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Radio/Stereo: Testing and Inspection

Audio System Diagnosis Table (Part 1 Of 2):




Audio System Diagnosis Table (Part 2 Of 2):





CAUTION: The CD player will only operate between approximate temperatures of -23 °C and +65 °C (-10 °F and + 145 °F).

Whenever a radio malfunction occurs;
1. First check FUSES in the Junction Block:
a. Radio power
b. Ignition feed
c. Power Amplifier
d. Illumination
e. Memory feed

Any diagnosis of the Audio system should begin with the use of the DRB diagnostic tool. For information on the use of the DRB, refer to the appropriate Diagnostic Service.

WARNING: DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ANY STEERING WHEEL, STEERING COLUMN, SEAT BELT TENSIONER, SIDE AIRBAG, OR INSTRUMENT PANEL COMPONENT DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. DISCONNECT AND ISOLATE THE BATTERY NEGATIVE (GROUND) CABLE, THEN WAIT TWO MINUTES FOR THE AIRBAG SYSTEM CAPACITOR TO DISCHARGE BEFORE PERFORMING FURTHER DIAGNOSIS OR SERVICE. THIS IS THE ONLY SURE WAY TO DISABLE THE AIRBAG SYSTEM. FAILURE TO TAKE THE PROPER PRECAUTIONS COULD RESULT IN ACCIDENTAL AIRBAG DEPLOYMENT AND POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.