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Old 11-19-2020, 11:29 AM
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Hello, On my 2002 2500 when i turn on my headlights my radio reception gets horrible. I have LEDS in the headlights and an aftermarket antenna, and the head unit is aftermarket. Could the LEDS or antenna be causing it or something else? Any input or ideas would be much appreciated. Thank you!
 
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Old 11-19-2020, 01:54 PM
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Hello, On my 2002 2500 when i turn on my headlights my radio reception gets horrible. I have LEDS in the headlights and an aftermarket antenna, and the head unit is aftermarket. Could the LEDS or antenna be causing it or something else? Any input or ideas would be much appreciated. Thank you!
Could be the antenna. Usually with aftermarket ones (especially if they are shorter) you will get crappier reception
 
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Interference from LED lights isn't uncommon, does it sound like interference ?
 
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Old 11-20-2020, 08:17 AM
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Interference from LED lights isn't uncommon, does it sound like interference ?
Yes it does. I will see if taking them out helps
 
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Copper foil shielding tape should fix you right up.
 
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