Audio Systems: cd jammed, toyota highlander hybrid, toyota highlander

Question
Hi, I'm haven't problem with my cd changer.  Recently, I have made a homemade cd with sticker label on it, maybe the label came loose, my cd changer is jammed.  There are 5 cd stack together in the cd changer now its jammed.  When I press eject or load button it doesn't moved
or make any sound.  Is there a way I could removed the car stereo cd changer to take the cd out?  I have a 2006 toyota highlander hybrid.  Is there any way you could help me?  please!!!

Answer
Yes, it is likely jammed.  Some changers have a reset or unjamming function - which would be explained in the owners manual.  Check in the manual for the reset. It is usually a very small hole in the front panel of the changer where you push the end or a straightened out paper clip into the hole until it depresses the recessed reset button.

If the above doesn't work you will probably have to take it in to the Toyota shop where they can pull the unit out, take off the cover and manually remove the jammed parts so the disc can be ejected.  Take it to a Toyota service location where, by advance telephone inquiry, they can assure you they have a qualified entertainment system specialist. Otherwise, go to good system installer/repair shop that has experience with Highlanders.

There are some comments on forums and bulletin boards about this problem that you can find with your search engine. One that has some comments of interest are:

http://townhall-talk.edmunds.com/direct/view/.f0e0a0f/46

Hope this helps.
Cleggsan

PS: Yes, you can pull the unit and open it up, but you must have experience in doing so. For example, if you pull the main 12v line it will put your system into the anti-theft mode and it requires a code to activate the system after reinstall.  If you don't have the code it will be a nightmare getting it fired up again.  (The code comes with the new papers when vehicle is delivered to original owner.)