Factory CD changer can't read disks
 

Hello all:

Yesterday my CD player (factory Alpine trunk mounted CD player in my '95 E-320) stopped working. Though the disks are loaded properly, the display keeps reading "Loading". I have noticed over the last month or so brief audio dropouts every few minutes.

Any ideas before I try to take it apart and check for loose wires and such?

Thanks!

Your cd changer might be kicking the bucket and calling it quits. Just be thankful that it lasted this long. Mine (98 e320) stopped reading cds 6 months ago.

One thing i suggest you do before getting a new replacement is to take out the changer, open up the casing and try to clean the lens with a q-tip and some rubbing alcohol. Of course, if the lens looked very clean already, then the problem is most likely age-related.

Changer Needs Help
 

Hi sfloriII,

Your changer just needs servicing. Parts are parts and they ware out. It is typical for Motors, Laser and sensors to go bad. We rebuild them all the time. Give me a call and let me see if I can help.

Cleeve Morrison
La Jolla Audio Repair

www.mercedesradiorepair.net