GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

1

Does the tape play weak, slow or garbled?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 2

2

Inspect the tape player for an obstruction through the tape door.

Is there an obstruction?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

3

Perform the motor speed test. Refer to Tape Player Diagnostic Check .

Is the motor speed OK?

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Go to Radio/Audio System Check

Go to Step 5

4

    Important: Improper removal may damage the tape player.

  1. Remove the obstruction.
  2. Inspect and clean the following components:
  3. • The moving parts
    •  The tape head
    • Refer to Cassette Player Care and Cleaning for service procedure.
  4. Use the cleaning cassette.
  5. Use the diagnostic test tape from J 39916-A for service procedure.

Does the test tape operate correctly?

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Go to Radio/Audio System Check

Go to Step 5

5

Service the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement for service procedure.

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Radio/Audio System Check

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