need help fixing radio

[Xevuhtess77]

the backlight on my lcd screen went out on my radio (stock), i doubt anybody would know but what is the specs for that led, because i tried using different powered ones and my bigger one smokes when i turn the car on. if you dont know, where could i find this information out?

[Nico]

Could be many things and I fear that only a professional would be able to check, it also might become more expensive to repair than buying a new one , unless if you a have a friend who is in the business...
I don't know if this helps but I hope you solve the problem.

[Eye8Pussies]

considering the age of your stereo, I'd say just go to a junker and pick up a "new" one and just swap the whole thing, or use it as an excuse to get an aftermarket headunit

[zoni]

aftermarket > stock

[Xevuhtess77]

meh, though it would be nice, i'd rather not spend the money on a new deck

would the toyota factory manual have this kind of information in it?

[Nick]

i'd bring the led into a good electronics shop, and see if one of the pros can't figure it out

if not, then with a multimeter you might be able to find the correct one