Inspection Procedure 16

Distortion on FM only.

DIAGNOSIS

STEP 1. Does the distortion persist when the radio is turned to another station?

Q: Does the distortion persist when the radio is turned to another station?

YES: Go to Step 2.
NO: The signal from that station is too weak.

STEP 2. Does distortion increase or decrease when the vehicle is moved?

Q: Does distortion increase or decrease when the vehicle is moved?

YES: The cause may be multipath noise.
NO: Repair or replace the radio. Check that a distortion is resolved.