Electrical equipment

86A RADIO

List and location of components 86A - 2

Operating diagram 86A - 3
Function 86A - 4
Role of components 86A - 5
Defect and safe modes 86A - 6
General Information 86A - 7
Security code recovery procedure 86A - 8
Anti-theft code 86A - 9
Configuration - Settings 86A - 12
Connections 86A - 13
Self-test procedure 86A - 14
Radio fault finding: Customer complaints 86A - 15
Fault finding chart 86A - 16
Radio control satellite: Check 86A - 36
Recovering a jammed CD 86A - 37

V1 Edition Anglaise
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List and location of components 86A
3

1 Radio and radio display integrated into the 3 Front tweeter speaker
instrument panel

4 Front speakers
2 Radio control satellite

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Operating diagram 86A

1 Radio
2 Aerial
3 CD changer
4 Speakers/tweeter speakers
5 Display
6 Steering wheel controls

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Function 86A
The radio has the following features:
● plays cassettes,
● plays CDs,
● volume adjustment according to vehicle speed,
● temporary sound cut-offs with the MUTE button,
● bass, treble and sound distribution settings (balance and fader),
● automatic tracking of stations with the RDS* function,
● band selection AM (LW and MW) and FM,
● traffic information (i-traffic).

Setting the time:

For displays not equipped with time setting buttons, proceed as follows:
● Press and hold the satellite time setting button (left-hand button): the hour flashes and can be set with the +/-
buttons.
● Briefly press the satellite time setting button (left-hand button): the minutes flash and can be set with the +/-
buttons.
● Briefly press the satellite time setting button (left-hand button): exit time setting.

For displays equipped with time setting buttons, proceed as follows:

● Briefly press the right-hand display button to select hours then use the left-hand button to select the desired hour.
Press the right-hand button to confirm. Use the same procedure to set the minutes.

*RDS: Radio Data System

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Role of components 86A
Role of main components:
● Radio: the radio transmits audio signals into the vehicle via speakers.

● Aerial: the aerial is used to receive radio waves from different stations.

● CD changer: used for loading CDs and playing music via the radio.

● Display: the display shows radio information such as the name/frequency of the radio station being listened to,
the sound level, as well as different audio settings. If a carphone is fitted to the vehicle, information from this will
appear on the display.

● Speakers: produce sound from the radio. There are 6 enclosures (2 at the front, 2 at the rear and 2 front
speakers).

● Steering wheel control: various radio functions can be controlled from the steering wheel.

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Defect and safe modes 86A
Defect modes:
● If the 4-digit anti-theft code entered is incorrect, the system locks and the message “CODE” appears on the
display. Before trying to enter the code again, wait for the system to come on and unlock itself.

Safe modes:
● The volume is automatically turned down or the display shows “HI TEMP” if the air temperature around the radio is
too high.

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General Information 86A
For repairs or fault finding, the receiver is fitted with a test menu (see radio self-test procedure).

The radio will operate for approximately 20 minutes without the ignition being switched to the accessories position.
The radio bleeps then switches off.

Notes:
● All radios are designed to control a CD changer.
● There is a special procedure for replacing the CD changer located in the dashboard front panel.

RADIO FUNCTION
The tuner has three selection modes displayed on the screen and accessible from the radio front panel:
– manual mode (MANU),
– preset mode (PRESET),
– alphabetical mode (LIST).

CD FUNCTION
The CD player can play conventional discs and any audio tracks on a CD-ROM.

CDs can be played in order or tracks can be chosen at random.

If a CD changer is being used, random play is possible on only one of the possible 6 compact discs.

THERMAL PROTECTION
If the radio temperature is too high for it to function properly, the volume is automatically reduced (without changing
the volume shown in the display).

Should one of the speaker tracks short circuit, the supply to the amplifier will be cut off.

VOLUME CONTROL
The volume can be increased according to the vehicle speed. To activate the function, select the desired volume
adjustment curve in expert mode (press and hold the source button until you hear a bleep): SPEED 5 for maximum
increase, 0 to switch off the increase function.

*RDS: Radio Data System

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Security code recovery procedure 86A
2 methods for recovering the pre-code (1 letter and 3 digits):

1 For PN type radios:

The pre-code is obtained by removing the RECEIVER and noting the four characters on the barcode that
follow the letter T (see photo no. 114936).
On older versions, note the series number at (B) and the pre-code after the letter T at (C).

2 For NR type radios:

The pre-code is recovered without removal, by applying the following procedure:
● Switch on the radio.
● Press and hold buttons 1 and 6 simultaneously for 2 seconds.
● The pre-code appears on the display.

Note: on NR type radios, the pre-code remains visible at (A) on the radio (see photo no. 114937).

114937 114936

THE VIN MUST BE ENTERED IN ALL 4 SOLUTIONS

4 methods for recovering the radio code (4 digits):

1. Only the VIN is available: connect to code management on Renault.Net and enter the VIN. The code server
gives the original radio code entered in the World Vehicle Database (BVM).

If the code has not been entered in the World Vehicle Database or is incorrect when the code is entered in the radio,
follow the procedure below:
2. The pre-code is available: go back to code management on Renault.Net, enter the pre-code and obtain the radio
code.
3. For older vehicles which do not have a radio pre-code, enter the series number of the radio again. For example, for
Philips radio, this code starts with RN. On the photo of the radio, the code is RN277F30194601
(see photo 114936 (B)).

If this code is correct, the radio will operate again; if not, follow the procedure below:
4. On Renault.Net, write a help message to be sent to the assistance unit.

WHEN REPLACING PARTS, OR FOR AN UNKNOWN VIN, WRITE A HELP MESSAGE IN CODE
MANAGEMENT ON RENAULT.NET TO UPDATE THE DATABASE.

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Anti-theft code 86A
The radio is protected by a four digit code. This code must be entered via the control satellite or the radio keypad
each time the battery is disconnected.

Entering the code with the control on the steering wheel:

Press the lower button on the control to confirm an entry.

Entering the code using the radio:

Enter the digits using buttons 1, 2, 3 and 4, and then confirm with button 6.

If the code is entered incorrectly, the radio will be locked (1 minute for the first error, 2 minutes for the second error,
4 minutes for the third error, etc. 32 minutes maximum).

Some configurations must be programmed after the code has been entered for the first time (see configuration -
settings). These settings are stored when the battery is disconnected.

Reminder:
The radio will operate for approximately 2 minutes in scrambled mode without the code having been entered (with
regular warning bleeps).

If the vehicle is equipped with a CD changer in the front panel, a code is exchanged between the CD changer and
the radio.
– If a new CD changer is fitted, the radio code is programmed when the battery or CD changer is connected.
– If the radio is replaced, enter the security code of the old radio connected to the CD changer. The CD changer is
programmed with the code for the new radio.
– If the old radio code is lost, the changer code can be cleared using the clearing code. The clearing code is sent by
the Techline.

Note:
If there is a configuration error, you can return to scrambled mode by pressing the 2 and 5 buttons at the same
time as switching the power on. Then wait 2 minutes.

Note:
The CD changer is supplied uncoded. When it is installed in the vehicle, the CD changer is programmed with the
radio supply code.

Reminder:
The radio will operate for approximately 2 minutes in scrambled mode without the code having been entered
(with regular warning bleeps).

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Anti-theft code 86A
THE DISPLAY SHOWS “CODE” OR “0000”

(See anti-theft code recovery procedure)

Entering the security code. The radio bleeps

every 2 seconds for 2 minutes then displays
CODE.
Has the 4-digit code been obtained?
NO

Is the radio code known? YES NO

YES
Go back to scrambled mode. With the radio off,
The radio displays “CODE” then “0000”. press the 2, 5 and ON buttons. Wait
NO
approximately 2 minutes until “CODE” then
“0000”.appears
YES

Enter the first digit using the wheel control on the steering wheel or the front panel.

Confirm that the digit is correct by briefly pressing the lower steering wheel button or front panel button.

Use the same procedure to enter the remaining three digits.

Confirm the security code by pressing and holding the same button or button (6) on the front panel.

Does the radio display “ERROR” then “CODE”.

YES NO

Does the radio display “CD ERROR” then “CD

NO
CODE”.?

YES
The radio switches to CONFIGURATION mode
(if being used for the first time) and operates
normally. See display shows CD CODE.

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Anti-theft code 86A
THE DISPLAY SHOWS "CD CODE"

The radio displays ERROR CD, CD CODE, then CD-0000.

Enter the code of the old radio connected to the CD changer.

Enter the first digit using the steering wheel controls.

Confirm the digit by briefly pressing the lower button of the steering wheel controls.

Enter the three other digits using the same procedure.

Confirm the security code by pressing and holding the same button.

Does the CD changer code match the radio code?

NO YES

Enter the CD changer clearing code provided by The CD changer has registered the new radio
the Techline. Follow the procedure: the display code and operates correctly.
shows “CODE” or “0000”.

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Configuration - Settings 86A
CONFIGURATIONS

NOTE:
To select the zone in which the Tuner is to be used, press buttons 2 and 5 simultaneously while turning the power on.
Then wait approximately 2 minutes. Enter the four digit code and then:

● select the relevant zone:

– America
– Japan
– Asia
– Arabia
– Others (Europe, Africa, other)

Note:
These configurations are not required when the secret code is entered after the power supply has been cut.

SETTINGS
To switch to setting mode (Expert mode), press and hold (4 seconds) the source (SRC) button until you hear a
bleep. This allows you to adjust the following functions:

NR range:
● AF mode activation (automatic retuning),
● vehicle speed-dependent volume control (5 for maximum regulation, 0 to disable regulation),
● Loudness mode activation.

PN range:
● AF mode activation (automatic retuning),
● vehicle speed-dependent volume control (5 for maximum regulation, 0 to disable regulation),
● Loudness mode activation,
● Assisted tuner mode activation,
● configuration of the number of speakers (2 or 4),
● manual or dynamic list selection.

PN6 radio:
● AF mode activation (automatic retuning),
● vehicle speed-dependent volume control (5 for maximum regulation, 0 to disable regulation),
● Loudness mode activation,
● Assisted tuner mode activation,
● configuration of the number of speakers (2 or 4),
● manual or dynamic list selection.
● activation of data storage in accordance with the RENAULT Card: CARD ON/OFF. To operate, the radio must be
accompanied by the navigation system.

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Connections 86A
To allocate the tracks for the different functions connected to the radio (CD changer, steering wheel control, display,
aerial), refer to the wiring diagram Technical Note for the New Twingo.

Radio: see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note, New Twingo, code 261.

CD changer: see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note, New Twingo, code 1272.

Display: see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note, New Twingo, code 653.

Steering wheel control: see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note, New Twingo, code 325.

Aerial: see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note, New Twingo, code 886.

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Self-test procedure 86A
The self-test procedure mode of the previous generation radios (PN0-6) allows certain main functions to be tested:
● by pressing buttons 2 and 4 at the same time, the speakers can be tested. They are supplied one by one; the
display enables the connections and signals from each speaker to be checked,
● by pressing buttons 1 and 6 at the same time, the reception level can be tested (after frequency is displayed),
– 9 or letter: good reception,
–
– less than 3: poor reception,
– if 2: total loss of stereo.

The self-test procedure mode of the new generation radios (NR4/5) enables certain main functions to be tested
using the combination of buttons 1, 6 and i. The messages will be displayed in the following way:
● Radio pre-code (one letter/three digits) displayed to avoid the need to remove the radio,
● speaker test with two beeps (bass - treble) from the speakers, with the tested speakers shown on the display
(front left-hand H01, front right-hand H02, rear right-hand H03, rear left-hand H04),
● displays the frequencies and levels of the tuner sensors,
● software version displayed, displays fault finding for the connected aerial if the aerial is supplied by a coaxial
cable; in this case, the display shows H15 with X = 0, 1 or 2 depending on the aerial status (0: open circuit,
1: short circuit to earth, 2: power consumption),
● audio test loudness OFF (H08), cuts any loudness for an audio test.

Note:
The source usage times in 1/6ths of an hour is also displayed (Tuner (H09)/CD (H10)/cassette (H11)/CD changer
(H12)/auxiliary (13)/MP (H14)/Total (H15)).

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Radio fault finding: Customer complaints 86A
THE RADIO BLEEPS APPROXIMATELY EVERY 2 SECONDS ALP 1

THE RADIO DOES NOT WORK (NO SOUND) WHEN THE “ON”
ALP 2
BUTTON IS PRESSED

THE RADIO DOES NOT COME ON AUTOMATICALLY WHEN “+

ACCESSORIES” IS ACTIVATED, OR GOES OFF AFTER ALP 3
20 MINUTES

THE RADIO IS SWITCHED ON, BUT THE DISPLAY AND

ALP 4
SATELLITE CONTROLS DO NOT WORK

THE PLANET WHEEL CONTROLS DO NOT WORK ALP 5

RADIO RECEPTION FAULTS ALP 6

THE VOLUME DOES NOT INCREASE WITH THE VEHICLE

ALP 7
SPEED

LIGHTING DOES NOT CHANGE WHEN THE VEHICLE LIGHTS

ALP 8
ARE SWITCHED ON

SEAT BELT REMINDER BUZZER DOES NOT SWITCH OFF ALP 9

THE RADIO DOES NOT RECEIVE ALL STATIONS ALP 10

THE RADIO READS CDS RANDOMLY ALP 11

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Fault finding chart 86A

ALP 1 The radio bleeps approximately every 2 seconds

The radio bleeps every 2 seconds

wait 2 minutes.

Enter the radio's unique security code.

The radio displays CODE, then 0000. Check

Is the code correct? NO the code and try again.

YES

The 'radio switches to Configuration mode

(if being used for the first time) and operates YES Has it been entered correctly?
normally.

See anti-theft code, the radio displays “CODE”

NO
then “0000”.

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The radio does not work (no sound) when the
ALP 2
“ON” button is pressed

Press the radio's “ON” button.

YES

Is the display working? (backlighting) YES A

NO

Check the radio's fuse F48 (15A) (see Wiring

Diagrams Technical Note for New Twingo,
code 1016).

Check the insulation to earth of connection

BCP4 between components 1016 and 261. If
the insulation is correct, replace the fuse, or if
Is the fuse sound? NO it is faulty and if there is a repair procedure
(see Technical Note 6015A, Repairing
electrical wiring, Wiring: Precautions for
YES repair), repair the wiring, otherwise replace it.

Check the continuity of connections BCP4 and

MAO (see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note
for New Twingo, code 261).

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Is the wiring harness sound? NO
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.
YES

Replace the radio.

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ALP 2
CONTINUED 1

Check insulation to earth of connection 107D

(for vehicles fitted with a hands-free kit).
If the insulation is not correct and if there is a
Is the volume set to “0” or muted? YES repair procedure (see Technical
Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
NO wiring, otherwise replace it.

Is the "Fader"* set fully to the

YES Set the fader to “0”.
rear speaker position?

NO

Speaker connector disconnected. Check that the

speaker tracks (34A to 34H) have no short circuit
or are not earthed using a multimeter (see
Wiring Diagrams Technical Note for New
Twingo, codes 189 to 190, 365 to 366 and
1597 to 1598).

*FADER: control used to distribute the sound between the front and rear of the vehicle.

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ALP 2
CONTINUED 2

Is there a short circuit on one of the lines? NO Replace the radio.

YES

Check the defective speaker using a multimeter.

Using a multimeter, check the continuity and

Is the speaker short-circuited? NO
insulation of the wiring.

YES

Replace the faulty speaker. Is the wiring harness sound?

YES NO

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
Replace the radio. wiring, otherwise replace it.

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The radio does not switch on automatically or switches off
ALP 3
after 20 minutes

Check that the system is operating correctly.

– Switch to + after ignition position.
– Switch on the radio.
– Switch off the + after ignition feed; the radio
should switch off.
– Switch on + after ignition feed again; the
radio should switch on.

Has the fault disappeared? YES End.

NO

Check the + accessories feed with a

multimeter.

Check supply fuse F29 (15A) (see Wiring

Is there + 12 V on connection SP2 of the radio
NO Diagrams Technical Note for New Twingo,
(component 261)?
code 1016).

YES

Replace the radio. A

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ALP 3
CONTINUED

NO Is the fuse sound?

YES

Check the insulation to earth of connection SP2 Check the continuity of connection SP2
between components 261 and 1016. between components 1016 and 261.

Is the insulation correct? Is the continuity good?

YES NO YES

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.

Replace the fuse. Replace the radio.

Does the radio operate after the fuse has been

NO
replaced?

YES

The fault has been rectified.

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The radio is switched on, but the display and control satellite do
ALP 4
not operate

NOTES For radio versions with remote display.

The radio operates but the display does not

light up.

Check the functions of the display that are not

connected to the radio by switching on the “+
side lights feed” (screen backlighting and
exterior temperature).

Does the backlighting or exterior temperature Disconnect the aerial amplifier

NO
display work? (component 886).

YES

Check the continuity and insulation of the wiring Does the screen light up?
between the radio and the display using a
multimeter (see Wiring Diagrams Technical
Note for New Twingo, code 261). YES NO

B A
C

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ALP 4
CONTINUED 1

NOTES For radio versions with remote display.

Check the continuity and insulation of

C connection 34AM.

Are the tests OK? Are the tests OK?

YES NO NO YES

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.

Disconnect then reconnect the display. If the fault Replace the aerial amplifier.
is still present, replace the display.

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ALP 4
CONTINUED 2

NOTES For radio versions with remote display.

Check for 12 V between connections BCP4 and

MAM of component 653.
Check for 12 V between connection BCP4
Is there a voltage of 12 V? NO
and the chassis earth.

Is there a voltage of 12 V?
YES

YES NO

Continuity fault on the earth MAM of

component 653 on the chassis. If there is a
repair procedure (see Technical Note 6015A,
Repairing electrical wiring, Wiring:
Precautions for repair), repair the wiring,
otherwise replace it.

Continuity fault on connection BCP4 between

Check for 12 V on connection SP2 of
components 653 and 1016. If there is a repair
component 653.
procedure (see Technical Note 6015A,
Is there a voltage of 12 V? Repairing electrical wiring, Wiring:
Precautions for repair), repair the wiring,
otherwise replace it.
NO YES

Continuity fault on connection SP2 between

components 653 and 1016. If there is a repair
procedure (see Technical Note 6015A,
Repairing electrical wiring, Wiring: Replace the display (see MR 411
Precautions for repair), repair the wiring, Mechanical, 86A, Radio, Display:
otherwise replace it. Removal - Refitting).

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ALP 5 The satellite controls do not work

NOTES For radio versions with remote display.

The radio operates but the radio control satellite

does not.

Does the remote display operate? NO See ALP 4.

YES

Check that the satellite is correctly connected to

the display (see Wiring Diagrams Technical
Note for New Twingo, code 325).

Reconnect the radio control satellite and

Are the satellite controls connected correctly? NO
check the system operates correctly.

YES

Check the satellite resistance with a multimeter

(see Radio control satellite: Test).

Are the resistance values correct? NO Replace the satellite.

YES

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ALP 5
CONTINUED

Check the continuity and insulation of the

following connections:
– 34AT, 34AR, 34AS, 34AQ, 34AU and 34AP
between the satellite and the display.

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Are the connections correct? NO
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.
YES

Check the continuity and insulation of the

connections between the radio and the display.

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Are the connections correct? NO
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.
YES

Replace the display.

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ALP 5 The satellite controls do not work

NOTES For radio versions without remote display.

The radio operates but the radio control satellite

does not.

Check that the satellite is connected to the radio

(see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note for New
Twingo, code 325).

Reconnect the radio control satellite and

Are the satellite controls connected correctly? NO
check the system operates correctly.

YES

Measure the satellite resistance with a

multimeter (see Radio control satellite: Test).

Are the resistance values correct? NO Replace the satellite.

YES

Check the continuity and insulation of the

following connections:
– 34AT, 34AR, 34AS, 34AQ, 34AU and 34AP
between the satellite and the radio.

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Are the connections correct? NO
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.
YES

Replace the radio.

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ALP 6 Radio reception faults

Poor radio reception.

Fault external to the radio (transmitter

Does the radio "scan"the stations in FM mode? YES
synchronisation).

NO

The vehicle is in an area of poor reception.

Does the sound cut out for < than 1 second from
YES The radio takes longer to find an adequate
time to time in FM mode?
transmitter.

Does the radio crackle? Disable AF in Expert mode.

NO YES

The vehicle is in an area of poor reception. With the vehicle outside and in an area with
good reception, test the reception level in the
radio's fault finding menu.

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ALP 6
CONTINUED 1

Without moving the vehicle, compare the

Is the reception level good? NO
level with that of a Long Wave station.

YES

Is the level higher?

Check whether the poor reception is localised or
permanent and on all stations.
NO

The vehicle is in an area of

Is the fault permanent? NO
poor FM reception.

YES
Check the vehicle
Check the continuity and insulation of the wiring aerial.
between the radio and the aerial amplifier. Carry
out the tests on the aerial.
B

YES
If there is a repair procedure (see Technical
Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Is the test OK? NO
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.
YES

Replace the radio.

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ALP 6
CONTINUED 2

Hold the aerial wire near to the radio.

Is the level higher? YES Replace the aerial amplifier.

NO

Check the continuity and insulation of the wiring

between the radio and the aerial.

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Is the test OK? NO
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.
YES

Replace the radio.

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ALP 7 The volume does not increase with the vehicle speed.

The SDVC* function does not work.

Check the radio configuration (Expert mode).

Set the “SPEED” curve to 5 and run a test when
driving at a speed greater than 48 mph (80 km/h).
Does the volume vary?
YES
Check the signal on connection 47F
(See Wiring Diagrams Technical Note New
Twingo, code 261) with a multimeter in the
NO
frequency meter position or with an
oscilloscope.
The frequency should change with the speed.

The fault has been rectified.

Reset the control to: CURVE 2. Does the signal frequency change with the
speed?

NO YES
The fault is linked to the speed signal
(see 38C, Anti-lock braking system,
conformity check). Replace the radio.

*SDVC: Speed-dependent volume control.

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ALP 8 Lighting does not change when the vehicle lights are switched on

Lighting does not change when the vehicle lights

are switched on.

Switch on the lights and check for + 12 V on the

following connections:
– LPD between components 1016 and 261,
– LPD between components 1016 and 653.

Is there + 12 V? NO

YES
The fault is not associated with the audio
equipment. Check the continuity and
Replace the radio.
insulation of the LPD connection with a
multimeter (see Wiring Diagrams Technical
Note for New Twingo, code 261).

YES Is the test OK?

NO

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.

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ALP 9 Seat belt reminder buzzer does not switch off

The radio does not cut out during a seat belt

reminder warning when driving.

Check for an earth on connection 107D

(see Wiring Diagrams Technical Note for New
Twingo, code 261), during a seat belt reminder
warning.

Is there an earth? NO

YES
The fault is not associated with the audio
equipment. Check the continuity and
Replace the radio.
insulation of connection 107D with a
multimeter (see Wiring Diagrams Technical
Note for New Twingo, code 261).

YES Is the test OK?

NO

If there is a repair procedure (see Technical

Note 6015A, Repairing electrical wiring,
Wiring: Precautions for repair), repair the
wiring, otherwise replace it.

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ALP 10 The radio does not receive all stations

The radio works but does not receive all stations.

Check that the radio tuner is configured in the

others mode.

Is the tuner configured in the others mode? NO Reconfigure the radio tuner.

YES

Does the radio still not receive all stations? YES See ALP 6.

NO

The fault has been rectified.

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ALP 11 The radio reads CDs randomly

CDs are read, but randomly.

Do CDs jump while an audio track is playing? YES Check the condition of the CD.

NO

Is the CD player configured in Random mode? NO Replace the radio.

YES

Reset the CD player configuration to

continuous mode.

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Radio control satellite: Check 86A
Check* the radio control satellite resistance:

Connector Resistance
Radio control satellite in use
tracks (Ω)

between A3
Lower button (5) 28
and B1

between B3
Decrease volume (4) 0.5
and B1

between A1
Increase volume (3) 0.5
and B1

between A3
Upper right button (2) 28
and B2

between B3
Upper left button (1) 28
and B2

between A3
Wheel 1st position (6) 0.5
and A2

between B3
Wheel 2nd position (6) 0.5
and A2

between A1
Wheel 3rd position (6) 0.5
and A2

* the check is carried out using a multimeter in the ohmmeter position between the tracks of the radio control
satellite connector (see table above).

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Recovering a jammed CD 86A
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First solution Turn toothed wheel (D) by hand in a clockwise

If the electric ejector motor is operational, eject the CD direction until the CD is ejected.
using a 4.5 V battery to supply the electric motor (B)
(attach the + wire to contact (1) and the - wire to
contact (2) when ejecting the CD).

Before replacing the radio:

● refit the electric motor and attach it using the bolt
(second solution only),
Second solution ● refit the casing.
If the electric ejector motor is not operational, remove
the screw (C) and release the electric motor (B) from
the radio.

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Recovering a jammed CD 86A
CHANGER IN THE DASHBOARD

REMOVAL Turn the CD changer over and remove the cover.

Remove the two bolts (A).

Remove the mechanism from its housing.

Turn the CD changer over and remove the 6 screws (B).

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Remove the two bolts (C). Remove the eight bolts (E),

Take out the CD guide arm and disconnect the Remove both clips from the two connectors.
connector (D).

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CHANGER IN THE DASHBOARD

Remove both ribbon cables. Turn the guides and push the mechanism as shown in
the diagram in order to raise or lower the CDs.

Remove the upper section of mechanism.

The CDs can now be accessed.

IMPORTANT
Never refit the changer mechanism once it has been
removed.

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Recovering a jammed CD 86A
CHANGER IN THE BOOT

Remove: Remove the electronic module from the support and fit
– the three bolts (1) located underneath the unit, it to the side.

– the two springs (2) after moving them to the top

position.

First solution

If the electric motors are operating:

1. Reinsert the CD and its drawer into the changer (4)

using a 4.5 V battery to supply the electric motor (3),
(attach the + wire to contact (1) and the - wire to
contact (2)).
2. Eject the changer by moving lever (4).

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Second solution 2. Eject the CD changer by moving the lever (8).

If the electric motors are not operational:

1. To reinsert the CD and its drawer into changer (5),
remove the pinion mounting (6) using its bolt.

Before replacing the radio:

Turn the toothed wheel (7) anti-clockwise by hand until
the drawer is turned completely upside down in the
changer (5).
● refit the module in its unit, replace the four
dampers and the two springs,
● attach the module to the unit using the three bolts,
● close the changer, reattach its cover and refit the
rear section.

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