How to Properly and Safely Reset a Car Head Unit

When driving a car, it feels more exciting if you turn on the head unit. This component can be referred to as the entertainment center or a companion to alleviate boredom in the car. This component not only entertains you through the radio, but the functions of the head unit can also play CDs or even stream music from your smartphone. 

However, this component sometimes experiences issues, preventing you from enjoying its features. One solution to this problem is to reset the component. So how do you properly and safely reset the head unit? Here are the complete steps.

How to Properly and Safely Reset a Car Head Unit

Here are some steps you can take when resetting the head unit.

1. Disconnect All Head Unit Cables

The first step is to disconnect all the head unit cables. It's easy; you can slowly open the panel with a screwdriver. Don't forget to use a flashlight to help with the removal of all the socket cables inside the panel.

This is to ensure you are careful when removing the cables. Then, unscrew the head unit. Next, lift the head unit.

The next step is to disconnect the socket cables attached to the inside of the head unit. After the cables are disconnected, let it sit for a moment. Then, reinstall the head unit and the panel as you did when you first disassembled it.

2. Remove All Head Unit Switches

The second method is to remove the head unit and lift the component. Disconnect the switches located at the back of the component with a screwdriver.

Once everything is disconnected, wait a moment for about 5 to 10 minutes. Check the parts you just removed. Reinstall the switches as they were. Check the condition of the head unit to see if it functions as before by turning it on. 

3. Use a Pin

If your head unit has a reset feature with a pin, you don't need to hassle with removing this component. Prepare a pin to remove the SIM card from your phone first.

Perform the reset process by turning on the car's tape first. Then check the output jack hole to see if there is a small hole. If there is, immediately insert the pin into the hole. Once done, press the small hole and hold it for a moment until the screen reset process occurs.

Causes for a Car Head Unit to Need Resetting

Usually, a car head unit needs to be reset due to the following conditions.

1. The screen often turns off suddenly.
2. The sound produced by the head unit is unclear even though the car uses the best speakers.
3. Difficulties connecting Bluetooth to the head unit device.
4. The function screen is unresponsive or fails to function.
5. The CD being played is not readable.
6. The head unit has trouble reading USB or flash drives.

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How to Maintain the Head Unit

Here are some steps to maintain your car's head unit for longevity.

1. Always turn off the head unit before turning off the car engine. If you are playing a CD, it is best to remove the CD first.
2. Always check the car battery to ensure the electrical current supplied to the head unit meets its needs.
3. Use the remote control to avoid touching the screen too often with your fingers.
4. Avoid using damaged or pirated CDs.
5. Avoid storing too many files on the SD card or USB to ensure files are easily readable by the head unit.
6. Avoid driving at high speeds as the head unit can be damaged due to impacts.
7. Always keep the head unit clean from dust and dirt.
8. Regularly perform maintenance and service your car at the nearest Daihatsu dealer or professional workshop.

Hopefully, the review on how to reset the car head unit above can help you handle problematic head units.