i20 Radio or Music System Not Working
i20 Radio or Music System not working
If you’re having trouble with the stereo in your Hyundai i20, the underlying cause of the problem will depend on the specific type of music system installed in your vehicle. For instance, if your i20 is equipped with a touchpad music system, there may be additional points to consider compared to a traditional music system. This could include issues related to the touchscreen functionality or the software that controls the unit.
i20 (Traditional) Stereo or Music System Not Working
If your music system not working there may be different issues depending upon the nature of the problem.
1. Music System not turning ON
Diagnosis:
If you’re experiencing an issue where your Hyundai i20’s music system is not turning ON after you turn ON the ignition, there may be several potential causes for the problem.
- Blown Fuse
- Loose wiring
- No Ground
- Dead Battery
- Music System Software Glitch
Troubleshooting
The troubleshooting of each problem is different and requires specific steps to identify and resolve.
- Blown Fuse : If your Hyundai i20’s music system or radio is not getting power, one potential cause is a blown fuse. To check for this, you’ll need to locate the two fuse boxes in your vehicle. One is typically located under the steering column, while the other can be found under the hood on the left side next to the battery.
Once you’ve located the fuse boxes, you’ll need to find the RADIO fuse(s). In some cases, there may be two separate fuses for the music system—one for when the engine is running, and another for when the ignition is on.
Check the health of each fuse to see if it’s blown or damaged. If you find a blown fuse, you’ll need to replace it with a similar amperage fuse.
If you’ve checked the radio fuse in your Hyundai i20 and it appears to be okay, but your music system still isn’t getting power, there may be an inbuilt radio fuse located on the backside of the radio setup itself.
To access this fuse, you’ll need to open up the radio from the dashboard. Once you’ve removed the radio from the dashboard, you should be able to see the inbuilt radio fuse located on the backside of the unit.
Check the inbuilt radio fuse to see if it’s blown or damaged. If it is, you’ll need to replace it with a new fuse of the same amperage rating. - Loose wiring : If the wiring connections between the music system and the power supply are loose or disconnected, it can prevent the music system from receiving power and functioning properly.
To check for loose wiring, you’ll need to examine the wiring connections at the music system end. Make sure all the wires are properly connected and there are no loose or disconnected wires. - No Ground : Another potential cause of a music system not getting power in your Hyundai i20 could be a lack of proper ground. The music system requires a ground connection in addition to a power connection in order to function properly.
To check for a lack of proper ground, look for the yellow wire connection in the wiring harness at the music system end. This wire is typically the ground wire for the music system.
If you find that the yellow wire is not properly grounded, you’ll need to locate and fix the ground connection.
Make sure the ground connection is securely fastened and there is no corrosion or damage to the connection. - Dead Battery : If the battery in your Hyundai i20 is dead, it can prevent the music system from turning on.
While a music system typically consumes very minimal current, a dead battery can still prevent it from receiving power.
To check if the battery is the culprit, simply try to start the engine. If the engine doesn’t start, it’s likely that the battery is dead and needs to be recharged or replaced. - Music System Software Glitch : Both the touchpad and traditional music or radio system in your Hyundai i20 may fail to turn on due to a software glitch.
Fortunately, this issue can often be resolved by resetting the music system.
In some cases, resetting the music system may require pressing combinations of keys on the system, or it may require a software reinstallation performed by a service center. It’s important to note that you should always try resetting the software before considering replacing the music system, as this can save you money and potentially resolve the issue.
Find detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to reset the i20 music system here.
2. AM/ FM Not working
Diagnosis:
If you find that the other functions of your radio/music system are working properly, but the AM/FM radio is not working, there may be an issue with the antenna or tuner.
Troubleshooting:
First, check the antenna connections to make sure they are properly secured and not corroded. If the connections are good, you may need to replace the antenna.
If the antenna is not the problem, there may be an issue with the tuner. A malfunctioning tuner can cause issues with the reception of AM/FM signals.
3. Speaker Problem
Diagnosis:
If there is a problem with a certain speaker in your sound system, it can cause issues with the entire system, potentially resulting in all the speakers not working at all.
In some cases, a short circuit in a speaker can cause the music system to not turn on at all.
This issue may be particularly common with aftermarket sound systems and speakers.
Troubleshooting:
To determine if this is the case, you can try disconnecting each speaker one at a time to see if the music system turns ON without it. If the system does turn on without a certain speaker connected, it’s likely that there is an issue with that speaker that needs to be resolved.
Alternatively, if you suspect that a certain speaker is causing issues with the sound system, you can try swapping it out with a known working speaker to see if that resolves the issue.
4. Bluetooth not getting connected
Diagnosis :
Bluetooth of car may not get connected with mobile phones, this may be due to several reasons.
- Compatible Issue.
- Music system exceed the limit of paired device.
Troubleshooting :
The troubleshooting is different for each problem.
- Compatible issue : To ensure compatibility, the best thing to do is to make sure both your music system and phone are updated. Sometimes a new version of one Bluetooth system may not be compatible with an older Bluetooth system.
Secondly, try to restart both your phone and music system. This can often help to resolve connection issues.
If the problem persists, you may try factory resetting your music system. However, keep in mind that this will erase all previous settings and data. - Music system exceed the limit of paired device: If the issue is due to exceeding the limit of paired devices, you may need to remove some devices from the list of paired devices on the car’s Bluetooth system.
5. i20 Stereo USB device not working
Diagnosis:
This issue is commonly caused by using the wrong file system on the USB drive. Car stereos often cannot read USB file systems with NTFS, and instead only recognize the file systems exFAT or FAT32.
Troubleshooting :
To check the file system of the USB, insert the USB device into a computer and right-click on the device to access its properties and check its file system.
If the file system is already in exFAT or FAT32, then there may be an issue with the USB port of the stereo.
If the file system is in NTFS, format it by right-clicking on the device and selecting either exFAT or FAT32 from the file system menu. Make sure to copy all files before proceeding with the format.
i20 (Touch Pad) Stereo or Music System Not Working
If your car’s music system is a touch screen, there are some additional points to consider when troubleshooting issues.
1. i20 touch pad not working
Diagnosis:
If the touch screen is unresponsive, there may be an issue with the touch panel or the software that controls it.
Troubleshooting :
If the touch pad of your music system is unresponsive, there may be several issues that could be causing this problem.
- Moisture Deposits : One common cause is moisture deposits in the music system units. To resolve this issue, you can run the AC at a very low setting for a few hours to let the moisture dry out from the music units. If the issue is due to moisture, this should resolve it.
- Software glitch : If the i20 touchpad is not working properly, it may be due to a recent software update or a software glitch. To resolve this, you can try reinstalling the update or performing a factory reset.
2. i20 stereo turning ON and OFF
Diagnosis:
The i20 stereo may turn on and off, especially if an aftermarket music system or touchpad is installed. This could be due to a wiring problem, as the stereo has two power supply options – one while the ignition is on and another when the engine is running. Aftermarket touch pads or music units may not be specific to that car, and the wiring options may not be available for them, which can cause the stereo to not work properly.
Troubleshooting :
If the touch pad has a wiring problem, it is recommended to visit a workshop or mechanic for diagnosis and repair.
