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#* '''Note:''' This method, like several others in this article, carries the risk of damage to the stuck CD or the player itself. Use caution when inserting any foreign objects into your CD player. If you're ever worried about damaging your CD player, stop and take your problem to a professional. | #* '''Note:''' This method, like several others in this article, carries the risk of damage to the stuck CD or the player itself. Use caution when inserting any foreign objects into your CD player. If you're ever worried about damaging your CD player, stop and take your problem to a professional. | ||
# Place the second CD about {{convert|1|in|cm|adj=on|1}} deep into the slot. Your CD should be ''above'' the stuck CD. With luck, you'll be able to feel the stuck CD slide beneath the one in your hand. | # Place the second CD about {{convert|1|in|cm|adj=on|1}} deep into the slot. Your CD should be ''above'' the stuck CD. With luck, you'll be able to feel the stuck CD slide beneath the one in your hand. | ||
| − | # Press the 'Eject' button and ''gently'' wiggle the CD around. By doing this, you are attempting to give the stuck CD traction against the mechanism that the player uses to eject it.<ref>http://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/13679/general/x/how-to-remove-a-stuck-cd</ref> If you feel the stuck CD start to eject, to care to ensure that it doesn't become sandwiched between the second CD and the edge of the CD slot. | + | # Press the 'Eject' button and ''gently'' wiggle the CD around. By doing this, you are attempting to give the stuck CD traction against the mechanism that the player uses to eject it.<ref name="rf10750">http://forums.edmunds.com/discussion/13679/general/x/how-to-remove-a-stuck-cd</ref> If you feel the stuck CD start to eject, to care to ensure that it doesn't become sandwiched between the second CD and the edge of the CD slot. |
#*If this doesn't work, repeat, but try to get the blank CD ''below'' the the jammed CD, then gently pry it upwards. CD players can differ in their precise ejection mechanism, so sometimes upward pressure can be more successful in giving the ejection mechanism traction on a stuck CD than downward pressure. | #*If this doesn't work, repeat, but try to get the blank CD ''below'' the the jammed CD, then gently pry it upwards. CD players can differ in their precise ejection mechanism, so sometimes upward pressure can be more successful in giving the ejection mechanism traction on a stuck CD than downward pressure. | ||
# Apply pressure to the unit. Sometimes, applying pressure to the unit itself can help the stuck CD gain traction. If the player is mounted in such a way that it's near the upper surface of the dashboard, you ''may'' have success repeating the steps in this method while pressing or ''gently but firmly'' smacking the area of the dashboard above the player. | # Apply pressure to the unit. Sometimes, applying pressure to the unit itself can help the stuck CD gain traction. If the player is mounted in such a way that it's near the upper surface of the dashboard, you ''may'' have success repeating the steps in this method while pressing or ''gently but firmly'' smacking the area of the dashboard above the player. | ||
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# Grab a stiff plastic card, like a drivers license or credit card. For this method, you want a card that's thin but sturdy. Use an expired credit card or a similar object - preferably, one that's not important, in case you lose it or it breaks. Stick double-sided scotch tape on one side of the card, near the edge of one of the two narrow ends. | # Grab a stiff plastic card, like a drivers license or credit card. For this method, you want a card that's thin but sturdy. Use an expired credit card or a similar object - preferably, one that's not important, in case you lose it or it breaks. Stick double-sided scotch tape on one side of the card, near the edge of one of the two narrow ends. | ||
#* Alternatively, you can use single-sided tape, sticking the tape to the card, putting a twist in it, then wrapping it around the card several times. | #* Alternatively, you can use single-sided tape, sticking the tape to the card, putting a twist in it, then wrapping it around the card several times. | ||
| − | # Grab a thin-stemmed flat head screwdriver. This method, though similar to the putty knife method above, differs in that it uses a screwdriver to assist with sticking the card to the CD. You'll want a fairly short, thin flat head screwdriver. Use a screwdriver that's as thin as possible, as you'll need to partially insert it into the CD slot. | + | # Grab a thin-stemmed flat head screwdriver. This method, though similar to the putty knife method above, differs in that it uses a screwdriver to assist with sticking the card to the CD. You'll want a fairly short, thin flat head screwdriver. Use a screwdriver that's as thin as possible, as you'll need to partially insert it into the CD slot. |
# Insert the card into the slot ABOVE the stuck CD (sticky side down). You may need to use the screwdriver to guide the card, ensuring it goes in above the CD and does not stick to the CD until after you get {{convert|1/2|to|3/4|in|cm|adj=on|1|1}} of the card in. | # Insert the card into the slot ABOVE the stuck CD (sticky side down). You may need to use the screwdriver to guide the card, ensuring it goes in above the CD and does not stick to the CD until after you get {{convert|1/2|to|3/4|in|cm|adj=on|1|1}} of the card in. | ||
# With the card inserted, slide the screwdriver above the card. Use the screwdriver to gently press down on the card. This should cause the tape on the bottom side of the card to stick to the top side of the stuck CD. | # With the card inserted, slide the screwdriver above the card. Use the screwdriver to gently press down on the card. This should cause the tape on the bottom side of the card to stick to the top side of the stuck CD. | ||
# Remove the screwdriver, then slowly pull the card out. With luck, the CD should come with the card. If not, try repeating the previous steps. | # Remove the screwdriver, then slowly pull the card out. With luck, the CD should come with the card. If not, try repeating the previous steps. | ||
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== Tips == | == Tips == | ||
