The radio in my 2002 vw passat shuts off (static) after about five minutes, but the cd player still works. I have checked the fuses but none are out. What else can I try.

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It can be dirty or faulty disk,but if that's not the case the problem relates to cd player lens.Its not reading the disk.The inside lens which reads and detects the cd is either got dirty or its faulty and unit has to be replaced.-------So whether is dirty lens or faulty that can be confirmed once the unit is inspected.Try running lens cleaning cd in your cd player unit and see if that is helping.========For more help i suggest refer the help links mentioned below:------

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Cigarette lighter, Remote central locking, and Radio stopped working http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/cigarette-lighter-remote-central.html

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VW passat radio off safe mode? VW radio CODE? http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/03/vw-passat-radio-off-safe-mode-vw-radio.html

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How to wire new Radio on 1990 Toyota Celica?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-wire-new-radio-on-1990-toyota.html

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Radio Stereo Wiring Diagram for 1991 Chevy 1500?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/radio-stereo-wiring-diagram-for-1991.html

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How to remove radio on Acura Car models?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-remove-radio-on-acura-car-models.html

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Where is Radio Fuse located on 2007 Dodge charger?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/where-is-radio-fuse-located-on-2007.html

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How to reset Radio code after car battery is died?

http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-reset-radio-code-after-car.html

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Can car radio code block Passkey anti theft system ?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/can-car-radio-code-block-passkey-anti.html

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After Market Stereo wiring for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/after-market-stereo-wiring-for-1999.html

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Chevy car radio doesn't allow to switch to the XM Band to get the radio ID?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/chevy-car-radio-doesnt-allow-to-switch.html

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No power to radio on 2005 Toyota Scion Xb?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/01/no-power-to-radio-on-2005-toyota-scion.html

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Lexus rx330 Radio has power but no sound?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/01/lexus-rx330-radio-has-power-but-no.html

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Radio goes ON and OFF while driving?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/radio-goes-on-and-off-while-driving.html

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Lincoln Town Car Radio stereo wiring?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/lincoln-town-car-radio-stereo-wiring.html

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Radio wiring diagram for 1997 Lincoln Town Car?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/radio-wiring-diagram-for-1997-lincoln.html

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How to remove cd player from dash on 2003 Lincoln Aviator

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/01/how-to-remove-cd-player-from-dash-on.html

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These details will help you thanks.

It can be the problem with cd player mechanism,on many cases just removing the cd player system out of dash and servicing the unit helps to take care of such problems.

For more help on car radio problems, I suggest you to go through these troubleshooting links, these will help you: -----

Click the link below: ---

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Cigarette lighter, Remote central locking, and Radio stopped working http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/cigarette-lighter-remote-central.html

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VW passat radio off safe mode? VW radio CODE? http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/03/vw-passat-radio-off-safe-mode-vw-radio.html

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How to wire new Radio on 1990 Toyota Celica?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-wire-new-radio-on-1990-toyota.html

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Radio Stereo Wiring Diagram for 1991 Chevy 1500?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/radio-stereo-wiring-diagram-for-1991.html

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How to remove radio on Acura Car models?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-remove-radio-on-acura-car-models.html

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Where is Radio Fuse located on 2007 Dodge charger?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/where-is-radio-fuse-located-on-2007.html

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How to reset Radio code after car battery is died?

http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-reset-radio-code-after-car.html

-------------
Can car radio code block Passkey anti theft system ?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/can-car-radio-code-block-passkey-anti.html

----------
After Market Stereo wiring for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/after-market-stereo-wiring-for-1999.html

---------
Chevy car radio doesn't allow to switch to the XM Band to get the radio ID?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/chevy-car-radio-doesnt-allow-to-switch.html

-------
No power to radio on 2005 Toyota Scion Xb?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/01/no-power-to-radio-on-2005-toyota-scion.html

---------
Lexus rx330 Radio has power but no sound?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/01/lexus-rx330-radio-has-power-but-no.html

-------
Radio goes ON and OFF while driving?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/radio-goes-on-and-off-while-driving.html

------
Lincoln Town Car Radio stereo wiring?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/lincoln-town-car-radio-stereo-wiring.html

------
Radio wiring diagram for 1997 Lincoln Town Car?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/radio-wiring-diagram-for-1997-lincoln.html

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How to remove cd player from dash on 2003 Lincoln Aviator

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/01/how-to-remove-cd-player-from-dash-on.html

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These details will help you thanks.

Yes it can be Amp problem,but there are many other possibilities like loose connection,radio wires getting short.

I suggest you to go through the troubleshooting help links related to car radio problems.
Click the link below:-----
Radio goes ON and OFF while driving?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.com/2012/01/radio-goes-on-and-off-while-driving.html

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Cigarette lighter, Remote central locking, and Radio stopped working http://whoisbyme.blogspot.in/2012/07/cigarette-lighter-remote-central.html

-------
VW passat radio off safe mode? VW radio CODE? http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.in/2012/03/vw-passat-radio-off-safe-mode-vw-radio.html

-------------
How to wire new Radio on 1990 Toyota Celica?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-wire-new-radio-on-1990-toyota.html

--------------
Radio Stereo Wiring Diagram for 1991 Chevy 1500?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/radio-stereo-wiring-diagram-for-1991.html

------------------
How to remove radio on Acura Car models?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2011/11/how-to-remove-radio-on-acura-car-models.html

---------------
Where is Radio Fuse located on 2007 Dodge charger?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/where-is-radio-fuse-located-on-2007.html

-------------
How to reset Radio code after car battery is died?

http://howtobyme.blogspot.com/2011/12/how-to-reset-radio-code-after-car.html

-------------
Can car radio code block Passkey anti theft system ?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/can-car-radio-code-block-passkey-anti.html

----------
After Market Stereo wiring for 1999 Chevrolet Silverado 1500?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2011/12/after-market-stereo-wiring-for-1999.html

---------
Chevy car radio doesn't allow to switch to the XM Band to get the radio ID?

http://schematicsdiagram.blogspot.com/2012/01/chevy-car-radio-doesnt-allow-to-switch.html

-------
No power to radio on 2005 Toyota Scion Xb?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/01/no-power-to-radio-on-2005-toyota-scion.html

---------
Lexus rx330 Radio has power but no sound?

http://repairhelpcenter.blogspot.com/2012/01/lexus-rx330-radio-has-power-but-no.html

-------
Lincoln Town Car Radio stereo wiring?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/lincoln-town-car-radio-stereo-wiring.html

------
Radio wiring diagram for 1997 Lincoln Town Car?

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/02/radio-wiring-diagram-for-1997-lincoln.html

----
How to remove cd player from dash on 2003 Lincoln Aviator

http://technoanswers.blogspot.in/2012/01/how-to-remove-cd-player-from-dash-on.html

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These details will help you thanks.

There are none. Go to eBay and buy radio tool set...real cheap. ...or look for specifically VW radio tools.

I solved my problem by a more meticulous examination of the fuses. I found a blown 10A fuse, and replacing it solved the problem.

HI,
Passats can be reset if the radio is pulled out and the fuse on the back is removed. Wait for 2 mins, reinsert the fuse and turn the radio on. If this doesn't work, please take it to the dealer for the unlocking of the code, for which he may charge you some fee.

Do let me know if it was helpful.

Regards
Kanu

We had the same problem. It was an expensive fix--there apparently was a problem with the onboard computer that would periodically lock out the ignition circuit. Felt just like a bad starter solenoid--but the part cost $800, plus labor, to replace. Ouch.

Passat 97 need to re-enter code ( 4 ) digit, however it shows the number 2 on the on screen when the radio is turned on.
Help. I need to know the steps to reset. thanks