Radio won't shut off - bad ignition switch or? (1 Viewer)

[bobmundo]

I have a new (to me) 2013 that has developed a "fun" new problem within the last week - the radio has decided it never wants to shut off and I think the car believes it's still on - it beeps when I walk away with the key. Been hunting high and low on google/this forum to see if this is common, and apparently not? Regardless a hint in the right direction on what to look for would be great - getting tired of popping the hood and disconnecting the battery after every ride.

 

[32cls6speedmt]

I am sorry. Have you checked for water intrusion? The usual areas are sunroof drains, and. windshield cowl. There a few threads on strange electronic behavior and it usually is all related to water intrusion.

 

[bobmundo]

Ah - a hard rain does make the headliner around the sunglasses holder really wet, and I didn't think that would be related to sunroof drains. Thanks for the tip.

 

[RET2]

Ah - a hard rain does make the headliner around the sunglasses holder really wet, and I didn't think that would be related to sunroof drains. Thanks for the tip.

HUH?

 

[Sinister]

Ah - a hard rain does make the headliner around the sunglasses holder really wet, and I didn't think that would be related to sunroof drains. Thanks for the tip.

Geez, I don’t wanna sound like an ass but……that water may be a clue, no question. That’s crazy. How long have you noticed this????

 

[bobmundo]

Haha. It's not a daily driver and this past week is the first time it's been rainy in my area since I picked up the LX, so just now noticing over the last few days. I'm pretty sure if I can get the leak fixed, the electronics will dry out and I'll be good to go. Kind of crazy that water drainage issues are common, though.

 

[RET2]

Haha. It's not a daily driver and this past week is the first time it's been rainy in my area since I picked up the LX, so just now noticing over the last few days. I'm pretty sure if I can get the leak fixed, the electronics will dry out and I'll be good to go. Kind of crazy that water drainage issues are common, though.

Not sure I would classify as common though. More like if electrical gremlins invade, look for water intrusion.

 

[bobmundo]

Update for those interested. I figured out my leak only occurs when parked at a certain angle. I've cleared the front sunroof drains which helped a little and need to do the rear now.

For the radio/accessory power not shutting off, I've found that if I activate the cigarette lighter, the car will properly shut off for like 5 minutes, and then turn itself back on. Any smart electrical types have clues why this would be? I'm about to rip the dash apart to investigate.

 

[PDoyle]

Check behind the interior pass. side kick panel. You may find some water stained electronics there.

 

[Fisher23]

Sounds like a relay stuck on to me.