so i was loading CD's into the changer, and slot1 decided it was hungry, when i try to eject the CD it just stays in there, and i can't load anything into it because obviously there's a CD there, my question to you Z guru's is if my only choice is to completely dissasemble the dash and H/U to get to it or if there's some kind of trick I can pull to manage to get this SOB out....thanks in advance, and yes, i searched, found how to take out the console and dash, but no topic related threads

 

Common problem with all in dash cd changers in general. Unfortuantely 9 times out of 10, there is a broken belt or spring within the deck that is preventing the cd from being ejected. Parts can be expensive but the labour is a real kick to the junk. Buying a used deck or replacing it with an aftermarket one is almost always your best option. Repairing the deck is rarely financially beneficial.

 

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Good answer... As you point out, repairing the device isn't a good option since it's expensive and the problem will return.

I prefer remote changers since they use a cartridge and are more reliable.

--Spike

 

well, for whatever reason the problem fixed itself, but yes we are looking into something more reliable as I have personally had all of the problems mentioned in orgasm_donor's post, but for now this unit is doing it's job until i can find something that'll better suit my needs