I have a UK Volvo V70 and you are right about the position of the amplifier it's still on the right hand side so my right side is the drivers side in my case but the amplifier is on the right hand side in left and right hand drive cars I hope you find this interesting and take care
Was thinking of getting a new amp. Can't I just hook a new amp to the battery, and just get an adapter for the new amp? Or cut cables for the speakers on oem connector and connect to speakers outputs on the new amp?
Hello, I have a Volvo s60 with a HU-603 radio. Recently, the speakers just stopped being loud except the small speaker by the driver door handle. You can hear sounds from the speakers buy they're not loud, what can I do? Thank you
John, could it be the volume knob is not working properly ? Try this th-cam.com/video/wUleVk4IyDg/w-d-xo.html Otherwise, if it's a more technical issue, maybe the connector is loose behind the radio, or perhaps something failed inside the unit - on the 603 this is rare (first time I hear) so may try replacing it with a used one from a car the same year - have the car battery disconnected during the replacement
@@Peppermint1 (2001 S60 2.4t )HU-613 I have a similar issue. my tweets in the front work fine and my rear speakers work fine. its my mids in the door that don't work. i tried all of the tricks with the settings and the buttons and nothing has worked. please give me a little advise. no amp
Same issue only front tweets were workinh.. I replaced the factory amp now the stereo and my Navi cut out after about 10 seconds when I start the car.. any help please
I did not have to add a fuse on my car with HU603 factory. If the head unit is correctly connected, I would suspect the amp is blown - see if it has any 'white' corrosion at the bottom, it gets water inside from the carpets snow or from water leaking under the carpets from blocked roof drains. May try to open it - tiny torx - see if it has a ceramic fuse inside
@@Peppermint1 Hey so I looked and fuse 17 says audio amplifier in my 2001. I connected it, and after a few seconds all speakers came on for about 2 seconds, then only center channel again. I have aftermarket amp powering the speakers, I think this is messing with it somewhere. Fuse not blown.
I've got a doggy amp in one V70, so was going to swap it out with one I'm planning to scrap. Spent ages looking for the amplifier "under the driver's seat". Thanks to your video I now know I haven't got one in the 2.4 petrol - I found the bracket holes you pointed out, and there's no bracket. BUT... Can anyone clarify where exactly the amp would have been? In the video it's visible normally, or is it hidden under a carpet? Second question - if I'm only getting the central speaker sometimes, what else could be wrong if there's no secondary amplifier?
Answering my own question! The D5 has one, and you can feel it if you wind the seat back and stick you hand under the gap in the carpet. The cooling fins on the top are obvious. And yes, the amplifier IS under the carpet if it's there. The video has the carpet removed, or the amp removed and placed on top of the carpet. So if you have one, it's easy to find (but not so easy to remove without the video). Thank's Peppermint! I juggled the connectors on mine and it's back to working, FWIW.
@@frankleonhardt3337 Thanks for the clarification Frank. On the North American market (US, CAN) with the steering on the left side, the amp is located under front pass seat - it is usually on top of the carpet but as you mention, the seat needs pushed back all the way then we can look with a flashlight or touch by hand see if there's one. On the UK market (right hand driving) along with I assume Australian, Japan and perhaps other RHD cars I've heard it would be located under drivers seat - basically same location as on the US market. As you mention, usually if the car is equipped with an amplifier and the HU-803 or HU-850 head units, this amp will drive the sound in all speakers except the center dash one which is driven directly from the audio unit. So if all speakers but the dash one stop working, it's usually an amplifier problem (or wiring to the amp problem). Anyhow, good to hear you made it work again Cheers
According to this image I found from a forum thread about the volvo sound system in s80 2000, as following says; "The external amplifier is an option for HU-4xx and HU-6XX But comes as standard for the HU-8XX. i5.photobucket.com/albums/y155/Deuce_Biggalow/amp1.jpg
I am running a small subwoofer from the rear speakers wires on the HU-803 amplifier, but I have to say the 300W amplifier is too weak to power even a small sub, I think it gets about 50W/channel, so it's not really doable, the sound is too weak. Really needs a separate aftermarket amplifier to properly power a subwoofer. Cheers
@@CCIK3 Yes, it's plug & play. But it won't make a clear difference. See this video th-cam.com/video/GPzk5p9Rrd4/w-d-xo.html This is a comparison between the HU-6xx unit and HU-8xx unit - however keep in mind the phone camera cannot properly record the sound as it sounds in real life th-cam.com/video/XUTn6N2QAdw/w-d-xo.html The real difference is installing the HU-8xx head unit, even with the base speakers it's a completely different sound Also search for my radio videos on this playlist (search 'radio') th-cam.com/play/PLl-l6yge4ast4eLeuPpECTts0FSVSOT_c.html
@@Peppermint1 Hi! Regarding to this topic; can the original amp cables be used to run an aftermarket amp? Meaning that I would extend the stock cables from under the seat for example to the trunk where I would put a new amp. Is this reasonable or how would you install a new amp with the original head unit? Cheers
Hi again, I have a question about volvo amplifier PA200 (with TDA7294). Do you know, how many volts have this TDA7294 in this amplifier? - I can't measure it. That amplifier have 40w RMS (1% THD), 50w RMS (10% THD) per channel. Please help, Sorry for my poor English :)
I have a 2005 v70 2.5T, hu-650 system no sound. I was told by the dealer when I bought the car it's the amp but I can't find it. Does the 650 come with one?
@@euanbett6759 The Hu-650 does not need a separate amplifier, it has a built-in 4x25w amplifier. And the separate amplifier was optional and is located under the front passenger seat ( if equipped in the car).
@@euanbett6759 There may be many reasons, 1. check if the plug from speakers is plugged into the radio, 2. wires from speakers may be cut somewhere, 3. The radio may be broken ( plug in another hu-650 or another hu-6xx radio if someone in the area has one for sale), 4. Check the speakers in the car, my car didn't have half the speakers (had 4 out of 8) . 5. If you have an amplifier under the seat, make sure it has a six pin plug and a plug from the speakers and check the same plugs at the radio. Sorry for my poor English :) Check your problem, i waiting for your answer.
@Jonh Nicki. Hello John i just bought the amplifier and the cable i would like to install in my V70 with HU-650 radio. Do you think the sound improves or remains practically the same? i spent money in vain or not? thanks
I have a UK Volvo V70 and you are right about the position of the amplifier it's still on the right hand side so my right side is the drivers side in my case but the amplifier is on the right hand side in left and right hand drive cars I hope you find this interesting and take care
Useful, thanks for sharing
Thanks for sharing this info, It was really informative.
Welcome
that wire in the dash is no joke...took about an hour ..used some string and blood but i got it through .
True, it's painful the first times
Thank you for your video it helps a lot
took out the carpet in my 2001. no change there is any power cable present..
Was thinking of getting a new amp. Can't I just hook a new amp to the battery, and just get an adapter for the new amp? Or cut cables for the speakers on oem connector and connect to speakers outputs on the new amp?
Is the power cable going into the back of the amp the same as the antenna cable behind the radio
Next day! It is far easier to remove the front bolts on the seat, then the rear bolts, access to the amplifier is much easier, and faster
I think I don’t have the cable under the carpet… is it also in every EU model?
Hello everibody. How can i find the OEM screws of the amplifier. I would need the codes to be able to order them. thank you
Hello, I have a Volvo s60 with a HU-603 radio. Recently, the speakers just stopped being loud except the small speaker by the driver door handle. You can hear sounds from the speakers buy they're not loud, what can I do? Thank you
John, could it be the volume knob is not working properly ? Try this th-cam.com/video/wUleVk4IyDg/w-d-xo.html
Otherwise, if it's a more technical issue, maybe the connector is loose behind the radio, or perhaps something failed inside the unit - on the 603 this is rare (first time I hear) so may try replacing it with a used one from a car the same year - have the car battery disconnected during the replacement
@@Peppermint1 (2001 S60 2.4t )HU-613 I have a similar issue. my tweets in the front work fine and my rear speakers work fine. its my mids in the door that don't work. i tried all of the tricks with the settings and the buttons and nothing has worked. please give me a little advise. no amp
Same issue only front tweets were workinh.. I replaced the factory amp now the stereo and my Navi cut out after about 10 seconds when I start the car.. any help please
Help, my car speakers stopped working. Will I have to buy new speakers?
My car is volvo s60 2002
no buy a new car
hi, just installed hu803, 300w amp, and center speaker. No sound from speakers but sound from center speaker. Do I need to add a fuse somewhere?
I did not have to add a fuse on my car with HU603 factory. If the head unit is correctly connected, I would suspect the amp is blown - see if it has any 'white' corrosion at the bottom, it gets water inside from the carpets snow or from water leaking under the carpets from blocked roof drains. May try to open it - tiny torx - see if it has a ceramic fuse inside
@@Peppermint1 Hey so I looked and fuse 17 says audio amplifier in my 2001. I connected it, and after a few seconds all speakers came on for about 2 seconds, then only center channel again. I have aftermarket amp powering the speakers, I think this is messing with it somewhere. Fuse not blown.
I've got a doggy amp in one V70, so was going to swap it out with one I'm planning to scrap. Spent ages looking for the amplifier "under the driver's seat". Thanks to your video I now know I haven't got one in the 2.4 petrol - I found the bracket holes you pointed out, and there's no bracket.
BUT... Can anyone clarify where exactly the amp would have been? In the video it's visible normally, or is it hidden under a carpet?
Second question - if I'm only getting the central speaker sometimes, what else could be wrong if there's no secondary amplifier?
Answering my own question!
The D5 has one, and you can feel it if you wind the seat back and stick you hand under the gap in the carpet. The cooling fins on the top are obvious. And yes, the amplifier IS under the carpet if it's there. The video has the carpet removed, or the amp removed and placed on top of the carpet.
So if you have one, it's easy to find (but not so easy to remove without the video). Thank's Peppermint!
I juggled the connectors on mine and it's back to working, FWIW.
@@frankleonhardt3337 Thanks for the clarification Frank. On the North American market (US, CAN) with the steering on the left side, the amp is located under front pass seat - it is usually on top of the carpet but as you mention, the seat needs pushed back all the way then we can look with a flashlight or touch by hand see if there's one. On the UK market (right hand driving) along with I assume Australian, Japan and perhaps other RHD cars I've heard it would be located under drivers seat - basically same location as on the US market. As you mention, usually if the car is equipped with an amplifier and the HU-803 or HU-850 head units, this amp will drive the sound in all speakers except the center dash one which is driven directly from the audio unit. So if all speakers but the dash one stop working, it's usually an amplifier problem (or wiring to the amp problem). Anyhow, good to hear you made it work again Cheers
According to this image I found from a forum thread about the volvo sound system in s80 2000, as following says; "The external amplifier is an option for HU-4xx and HU-6XX But comes as standard for the HU-8XX. i5.photobucket.com/albums/y155/Deuce_Biggalow/amp1.jpg
Thanks
Helo! Can you fit an amplifier and a HU803 with sub to a basic sound setup? Thankyou!
I am running a small subwoofer from the rear speakers wires on the HU-803 amplifier, but I have to say the 300W amplifier is too weak to power even a small sub, I think it gets about 50W/channel, so it's not really doable, the sound is too weak. Really needs a separate aftermarket amplifier to properly power a subwoofer. Cheers
Can i fit a HU803 amplifier 300W to my HU603 system? Is it plug&play? Will it make a difference?
@@CCIK3 Yes, it's plug & play. But it won't make a clear difference. See this video th-cam.com/video/GPzk5p9Rrd4/w-d-xo.html
This is a comparison between the HU-6xx unit and HU-8xx unit - however keep in mind the phone camera cannot properly record the sound as it sounds in real life th-cam.com/video/XUTn6N2QAdw/w-d-xo.html
The real difference is installing the HU-8xx head unit, even with the base speakers it's a completely different sound
Also search for my radio videos on this playlist (search 'radio') th-cam.com/play/PLl-l6yge4ast4eLeuPpECTts0FSVSOT_c.html
@@Peppermint1 Hi! Regarding to this topic; can the original amp cables be used to run an aftermarket amp? Meaning that I would extend the stock cables from under the seat for example to the trunk where I would put a new amp. Is this reasonable or how would you install a new amp with the original head unit? Cheers
There is no cable under my car carpet. My radio unit hu-1205. I have speakers only in doors, but have wires on back panel - under window.
same thing but with MY03 V70 with HU603
Is my wire harness damaged if my amp suffered water damage - can I reuse the harness even if the amp is broken?
No your harness is fine. You just need to replace the damage amp.
Hi again, I have a question about volvo amplifier PA200 (with TDA7294). Do you know, how many volts have this TDA7294 in this amplifier? - I can't measure it. That amplifier have 40w RMS (1% THD), 50w RMS (10% THD) per channel. Please help, Sorry for my poor English :)
I have a 2005 v70 2.5T, hu-650 system no sound. I was told by the dealer when I bought the car it's the amp but I can't find it. Does the 650 come with one?
@@euanbett6759 The Hu-650 does not need a separate amplifier, it has a built-in 4x25w amplifier. And the separate amplifier was optional and is located under the front passenger seat ( if equipped in the car).
@@johnnicki1832 do you know why I have no sound coming from my stereo. What could it be?
@@euanbett6759 There may be many reasons, 1. check if the plug from speakers is plugged into the radio, 2. wires from speakers may be cut somewhere, 3. The radio may be broken ( plug in another hu-650 or another hu-6xx radio if someone in the area has one for sale), 4. Check the speakers in the car, my car didn't have half the speakers (had 4 out of 8) . 5. If you have an amplifier under the seat, make sure it has a six pin plug and a plug from the speakers and check the same plugs at the radio. Sorry for my poor English :)
Check your problem, i waiting for your answer.
@Jonh Nicki. Hello John i just bought the amplifier and the cable i would like to install in my V70 with HU-650 radio. Do you think the sound improves or remains practically the same? i spent money in vain or not? thanks
I need help I got 2002 v70 only dash speaker works
Can it be the amp or
Bad amp. Head unit is powering the dash speaker, door speakers are powered from the amp.
@@Peppermint1 thanks for info
What is the stock output on hu-603 is it 4x25 W?
Volvo only says 200W for hu603/613 and 300W for Hu803 on their website 🤔
Can I bridge the channels in the volvo pa200 / pa300 amplifier? for subwoofer
There might be sub wire pre installed under your spare wheel
@@martink4719 can I combine channels in this amplifier?
2 channels to 1 channel, bridge mode?
@@johnnicki1832 use left and right rear feck speaker connectors
@@martink4719 it won't break down? what to use, left + and right - , or left - and right +? Sorry about my English
hey, what problem can be if not working back doors speakers, left and right, how i can solve this problem ?
HU 601 and amp 8673135
Try this th-cam.com/video/O8pRx9FqElU/w-d-xo.html
Do you sell these parts? If so where?
Is your current amp has blue or yellow sticker? One is 300 watts and the other is 200 watts. But I don’t remember which is which.
Is that your car? If so will you sell me that side trim?
My car make horrible car each time I put on my speaker.
My amp burnout
I found the problem! My amp burn
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Very dirty car