98ExplorerGuy
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- 1998 Explorer XLT
Can anyone hazard a guess as to the correct model number for this radio/cassette/cd unit? It is from a 98 Explorer; I have no idea whether or not it has the MACH sound system and do not know how to tell. Based on some of my readings and the fact that the unit has an "RDS / CLK" button where others have only a "CLK" button, it seems to be a MACH unit. However...
Looking at the back, there are three connectors (in addition to the antenna) on the radio but only two - the two along the bottom edge - are actually in use. There is no harness present for the third socket. Also, as I recall, soon after the vehicle was purchased nearly 14 years ago, the radio was acting up. Brought it to the dealer and he *may* have simply swapped in a unit from another vehicle on the lot. So, is it possible that this is a MACH radio in a non-MACH vehicle?
I am trying to determine the model number of this unit and also the model number of the "standard" unit for this vehicle. This one has the infamous dead display and I have given up on trying to repair the power supply board myself. Thinking about just buying a refurbed radio on eBay where they can be had from reputable sources for around $140 - $150.
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Looking at the back, there are three connectors (in addition to the antenna) on the radio but only two - the two along the bottom edge - are actually in use. There is no harness present for the third socket. Also, as I recall, soon after the vehicle was purchased nearly 14 years ago, the radio was acting up. Brought it to the dealer and he *may* have simply swapped in a unit from another vehicle on the lot. So, is it possible that this is a MACH radio in a non-MACH vehicle?
I am trying to determine the model number of this unit and also the model number of the "standard" unit for this vehicle. This one has the infamous dead display and I have given up on trying to repair the power supply board myself. Thinking about just buying a refurbed radio on eBay where they can be had from reputable sources for around $140 - $150.
Click the thumbnails for a larger view.