Inspection Procedure 26

CD can not be inserted.

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Does the shutter open when a CD is inserted?

NOTE: If a CD is already loaded, does the shutter not open to allow insertion when another CD is inserted?

Q: Does the shutter open when a CD is inserted?

YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: Take out the CD. Check that a CD can be inserted.

STEP 2. Is the CD ejected from approximately 15 mm (0.6 inch) inside the insertion panel even though it can be Inserted?

NOTE: If the key switch is not at "ACC " or "ON, " the CD stops at depth of 15 mm (0.6 inch) below the panel surface even when it is inserted, and it will be rejected when pushed farther?

Q: Is the CD ejected from approximately 15 mm (0.6 inch) inside the insertion panel even though it can be inserted?

YES: Go to Step 3.
NO: Check that a CD can be inserted.

STEP 3. Though the CD is inserted completely, is "E" (error) displayed and the CD ejected?

NOTE: Even though the CD is loaded, "E" (error) is sometimes displayed with the CD rejected because of vibration/shock or dew on the CD face or optical lens.

Q: Though the CD is inserted completely, is "E" (error) displayed and the CD ejected?

YES: Go to Step 4.
NO: Check that a CD can be inserted.

STEP 4A. Check the CD.

Q: Is the labeled side faced downward?

YES: Insert the CD correctly.
NO: Replace the CD. Check that a CD can be inserted.

STEP 4B. Check the CD.

Q: Is the recorded face of the CD dirty?

YES: Replace the CD. Check that a CD can be inserted.

STEP 4C. Check the CD.

Q: Is there dew on the recorded face of the CD?

YES: Remove the dew.
NO: Replace the CD. Check that a CD can be inserted.