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For 1990-2009 cars only

Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Radio/Navigation System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Entertainment/Communication Connector End Views

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Scan Tool Data List

Circuit/System Verification

Radio ON, verify clear audio is heard from each audio speaker with the RSA system OFF.

If audio is inoperative from one or all speakers, refer to Speakers Inoperative - One or More.

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the C1 harness connector at the rear seat audio (RSA) controller.
  2. Ignition ON, test for less than 1 volt betweent the ground circuit terminal 6 and ground.
  3. If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for a short to voltage.
  4. Ignition OFF, test for less than 5 ohms between the ground circuit terminal 6 and ground.
  5. If greater than the specified range, test the ground circuit for an open/high resistance.
  6. Ignition ON, radio ON, test for battery voltage between the battery positive voltage circuit terminal 5 and ground.
  7. If less than the specified range, test the voltage reference circuit for a short to ground or an open/high resistance.
  8. If all circuits test normal, replace the rear seat audio controller.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Rear Seat Audio Control Replacement