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For 1990-2009 cars only

Important: Review the system operation in order to familiarize yourself with the system functions. Refer to Radio/Audio System Description and Operation .

Visual/Physical Inspection

    • Inspect for aftermarket devices which could affect the operation of the Radio/Audio system. Refer to Checking Aftermarket Accessories in Wiring Systems.
    • Inspect the easily accessible or visible system components for obvious damage or conditions which could cause the symptom.

Intermittent

Faulty electrical connections or wiring may be the cause of intermittent conditions. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems.

Symptom List

Refer to a symptom diagnostic procedure from the following list in order to diagnose the symptom:

    •  Radio Poor Reception
    •  Audio Too Loud at Low Settings
    •  Remote Playback Device Inoperative
    •  Remote Playback Device - Audio Noise
    •  Remote Playback Device Left or Right Channel Inoperative
    •  Radio Displays LOC, LOCKED, or CODE
    •  Radio Displays CLN or CLEAN
    •  Radio Display Inoperative, Speakers Operative
    •  Radio Display Inoperative, No Sound from Speakers
    •  Speed Compensated Volume
    •  Tape Player Weak, Slow, or Garbled Output
    •  Steering Wheel Controls Inoperative
    •  Reduced Volume - One or More Speakers
    •  Speakers Inoperative - One or More
    •  Radio Audio Inoperative at Rear Seat Audio (RSA) Control