Troubleshooting
k Solutions for Common Problems
If your unit is not operating properly, please refer to the outline below.
Problem | Possible Cause | Corrective Procedure |
Unit not | Plug not | Reinsert plug and rotate |
receiving | properly inserted |
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power |
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| Fuse in power cord is | Replace with 1 amp |
| defective | 250 Volt 3ag fuse |
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| (see page16) |
| Lighter socket not clean | Consult your dealer or |
| and negatively grounded | a professional mechanic |
| Fuse or electrical | Consult your dealer or |
| wiring for lighter | a professional mechanic |
| socket defective |
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“Poor | Antenna/lens opening | Reposition unit with |
detection | partially blocked | unobstructed view of |
range” |
| road ahead and behind. |
| Radar signals unable to | Determine whether |
| pass through windshield | your vehicle has a |
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| “heated windshield” |
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| known as Instaclear® |
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| or ElectriClear®, or |
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| is covered with a |
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| metallic sun screen. |
Erratic or | High concentration of | Use CTY mode |
frequent | or CTY all | |
alerts |
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sources |
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| Review section in this |
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| manual on Performance |
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| Verification |
Partial or | Dim or dark mode | Disengage dim or |
no display | engaged | dark mode |
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