Radio won't turn on

[SLE]

Funny, I didn't actually remember what the fix ended up being. Although I was certain it wasn't a hardware failure. I did see this post buried in the thread with the likely resolution. Looks like a pretty simple software fix. See below:

There is this TSB...

Vehicle » Technical Service Bulletins » Customer Interest » Audio System - No Audio Output After Start Up

•Audio System - No Audio Output After Start Up

TSB 14-0169

09/12/14

NO AUDIO OUTPUT AFTER STARTING
FORD:
2013-2014 Edge, Explorer, F-150
LINCOLN:
2013-2014 MKX
ISSUE
Some 2013-2014 F-150, Explorer, Edge, and MKX vehicles may exhibit an intermittent concern of no audio output after starting the vehicle. This may occur during cold ambient temperatures or when abnormally low battery voltage levels are present.

ACTION
Reprogram the audio control module (ACM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 91.05 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to guarantee you are receiving the latest updates. Calibration files may also be obtained at the website.
0.3 hr

 

[2012 Ford Explorer]

I never knew that there were that many issues with the explorer i do not have one yet but i am addicted to them and i want a 2012 Old unmarked police interceptor utility mostly because i adore it and this helped me know onw issue to be on the lookout for so thank you for posting this