Radio - Poor AM Band Reception: Overview

File In Section: 9 - Accessories

Bulletin No.: 81-96-14

Date: October, 1998

Subject:
Poor Radio Reception
(Replace Antenna Cable and Amplifier)

Models:
1997-98 Cadillac Catera

Condition

Some owners may comment that the AM radio reception is poor, there is static on strong stations or they are not able to receive many stations.

Cause

This condition may be caused by the antenna amplifier, antenna cable and/or cable routing.

Correction

To repair this condition, replace the antenna cable and antenna amplifier. The antenna cable has a gray coating (instead of black) and will be routed along the right side of the car away from the electrical conduit. The antenna amplifier, which is located under the rear parcel shelf trim, was colored either blue or green, while the new one is colored light gray for identification purposes.

Parts Information

Description Part Number

Antenna Cable 9120443
Antenna Amplifier 9114991

Parts are currently available from GMSPO.

Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation Labor Time

R0630 1.8 hrs (1997 vehicles)
2.0 hrs (1998 vehicles)

(Labor time includes antenna cable and amplifier module)