Audio Systems: CD player in my Camry, pair of tweezers, magic ideas


Question
I have a CD stuck in the player in my car. I went to Toyota
dealership and they messed with it a little. They suggested that I
ask around and see if anyone had any magic ideas as if they
have to do it they will have to take everything apart.


Answer
Most times a stuck CD is a sign of something being seriously wrong or bent inside the player.  For getting the CD out you or someone else could try to use a small pair of tweezers to grab the edge of the CD,and a small pick tool or flat head screwdriver to push the lock tabs out of the way and possibly pull it out.  Since there is something probably wrong with the unit anyway I would suggest finding a local car audio specialist and have it replaced.  Once they have the old unit out they can probably disassemble it and recover your CD for you.