GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Schematic Reference: Radio/Audio System Schematics

Connector End Views Reference: Entertainment Connector End Views

1

Did you perform A Diagnostic System Check - Radio/Audio System?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Diagnostic System Check - Radio/Audio System

2

  1. Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF.
  2. Turn ON the radio.
  3. Insert the tape or CD from the J 39916-A CD Cassette Diagnostic Audio Kit.
  4. Adjust the volume to the lowest setting that can be heard.

Is the lowest setting OK?

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Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems

Go to Step 3

3

Compare the volume to a similar vehicle with the same audio system.

Are both vehicles the same?

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System OK

Go to Step 4

4

Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the radio. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Did you find and correct the condition?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 5

5

  1. Replace the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .
  2. Perform the radio setup procedure. Refer to Radio Setup .

Did you complete the replacement?

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Go to Step 6

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6

Operate the system in order to verify the repair.

Did you correct the condition?

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System OK

Go to Step 3