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MR2 Radio Error

My 2000 Toyota MR2 (gasoline engine) with 60444 km has a radio issue. The infotainment screen shows a generic 'Error' message, and often the audio system is dead. The OBD2 reader shows an error code related to the radio. I suspect the antenna. Anyone else had FM signal, poor signal, signal amplifier, or antenna ground issues on their MR2?

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A 2000 Toyota MR2 owner experiences a radio issue, with the infotainment screen displaying a generic 'Error' message and the audio system often being non-functional. The problem is suspected to be related to the antenna, possibly due to poor signal, signal amplifier issues, or a faulty antenna ground connection. Suggestions include checking the antenna ground connection and the signal amplifier, with a recommendation to have the system checked by a workshop if these do not resolve the issue. Ultimately, the problem was confirmed to be a defective antenna.

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juliasilber45

I had similar issues in my MR2. Check the antenna ground connection first; it's a known weak spot. If that's good, check the signal amplifier, a common culprit. Any corrosion when you checked the ground?

finnnacht80 (community.author)

Good call on the ground connection! I'll check it thoroughly. Where is the signal amplifier located? Near the antenna base, I assume?

juliasilber45

I think the amplifier is close to the antenna. Given the error message and code, and that the antenna isn't visibly damaged, I'd get it checked by a workshop. I spent too much time troubleshooting mine.

finnnacht80 (community.author)

Confirmed my suspicions! Thanks for the insight; I'll book it in. Diagnosis and repair cost me around 255€; the antenna was defective!

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