LTTLWHT

How do I get rid of the constant static and "rpm whine" emitting from my radio? It only happens only in the AM mode. Radio in stock concert sound, not Bose, and no six-CD changer. Car is 2002 Quattro coupe. Any help appreciated.

dale55

Check that the radio is grounded properly, especially if it is aftermarket.

Get resistor spark plugs if you dont have them already.

Get a ground loop isolator.

Dale

AudiMick

Are your windows tinted, if you tint the rear window that's what happens to AM afterward as the antennae (embedded in the glass) sensitivity is diminished.

LTTLWHT

Thanks for the feedback. Radio is stock, not aftermarket, and nothing has been added to the rear window. I just had the spark plugs replaced. I'll ask my mechanic about the radio ground and a ground loop isolator. Find it a bit funny that I'm dealing with a problem that I would associate with cars from the 40's or 50's.

AudiMick

Alongside the coil packs, there should be a small noise suppressor it's bolted to the head. They are kind of fragile .

The other thing that could have happened is the antenna gain is set wrong (LO instead of DX) or the antenna amp has lost power.

LTTLWHT

AudiMick,

Thanks. Haven't checked the topic for awhile so missed your comment until now. When I take the car in for annual state inspection I'll have him look at/for this suppressor. Hope he knows what I'm talking about!

joe b

New 2021 q3 has developed am static frequently only started recently

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