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Icom radio shuts off when starting motor

Discussion in '2nd Gen. Tacomas (2005-2015)' started by Mulletman 68, Oct 16, 2023.

  1. Oct 16, 2023 at 5:48 PM
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    Mulletman 68

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    Icom radio shuts off when I start the engine. The radio is hooked straight to the battery
     
  2. Oct 16, 2023 at 5:52 PM
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    Clearwater Bill

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  3. Oct 16, 2023 at 5:58 PM
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  4. Oct 21, 2023 at 6:11 PM
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    Hugh Morron

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    Your ground shuts off radio when cranking. Ground to body and that will stop.
     

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