My 6-disk changer (Alpine CHM-S600) recently quit working on my '95 Turbo Wagon. The stock radio (SC-811) now doesn't switch to play a cd when I push the CD button.

The CD button seems to have limited function because when the radio or cassette is "paused" by pushing the main volume switch, the CD button effectively returns it back to un-paused radio/cassette (i.e. playing).

The disk changer in back seems to have power because when I remove the 6-disk cartridge, then disconnect and reconnect the lead cable (about 1' from the disk changer), and then re-insert the 6-disk cartridge, I can hear the disk changer loading one of the cd's when I turn on the ignition switch with the key.

Does anyone have any ideas? Also, is there a relatively simple method to determine if the problem is with the radio unit or the CD-changer unit?

Thanks.

How cold is it where you are?
If is is below freezing, then perhaps your changer is frosted up and won't
play the cd's. If you have a long drive, wait till the car warms right up and
then try the cd. I've had problems in colder weather where only 1 or 2 of the
six in the magazine will play.
Good luck,
Armie

Check the player cable in the back of the radio to make sure it isn't loose. Pressing the CD button when the radio is on pause, should start the CD.
Klaus
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98 V70Rawd(101Kmi), 95 854T(85K mi), 75 164E(173K mi)

Wow -- that was simple!

Yup, the cable in back was a little loose. Works now.

Thanks so much, Claus!