Turn the CD player on before proceeding. If this requires you to start the car, then start the car and turn the CD player on. 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.
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.
Note that, while some have had success by banging on the dash, this can damage delicate components of the center console, so it is not recommended if your car has a GPS, etc. between the CD player and the top surface of the dashboard.
Note: As with other methods described in this article, this method carries the risk of damage to the stuck CD or the CD player itself. If you don’t want to put your property at risk, take your car to a trained automotive professional.
Note: If done improperly, this method may scratch or otherwise damage your CD and/or CD player. As always, use caution, and, if you’re ever in doubt, contact an auto repair expert.
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.
