Radio - Poor AM Band Reception

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Group 65
Radio and Accessories


Bulletin Number
65 15 92 (3559)


Woodcliff Lake, NJ
May 1992
Product Engineering


SUBJECT:
Poor AM Radio Reception - Antenna Wire Cut

MODELS:
E36

Situation:
Several vehicles have been discovered spanning production from 5/91 to
2/92 that have the AM antenna wire cut or pinched. Any E36 vehicle with extremely poor AM reception is suspect.

Cause:
This wire connects the AM antenna grid on the rear glass to the antenna amplifier in the driver's side C-pillar. In some poor routing situations, the metal clips on the C-pillar cover trim cut or pinch this antenna lead. This assembly error may cause an open or short to ground, and significantly reduces AM reception quality.

Solution:
Repair or replace the wire as necessary. Make certain any repairs are well insulated. Before replacing C-pillar trim, route the antenna wire away from the clip hole and secure with tape.

Warranty
Status: Defect Code 65 22 02 79 00
Labor Operation 65 24 010 5 FRU