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For 1990-2009 cars only

Schematic Reference: Radio/Audio System Schematics

Connector End View Reference: Entertainment/Communication Connector End Views

Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle

Always perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle before proceeding with these diagnostic procedures. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle.

Voice Guidance Inoperative or Degraded

Important: The following information lists the most probable cause of the concern to the least probable cause. If the test determines that replacing the parts is needed, always inspect for the poor connections before performing the replacement. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs.

  1. The voice prompt output circuit open or shorted, test the audio prompt circuit for an open, short to ground or voltage. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs.
  2. Radio Malfunction - Replace the radio. Refer to Control Module References.
  3. Amplifier Malfunction - Replace the amplifier. Refer to Control Module References.