Radio/Stereo: Testing and Inspection

Audio System Diagnosis ( Part 1 Of 2 ):

Audio System Diagnosis ( Part 2 Of 2 ):

Any diagnosis of the Audio system should begin with the use of the DRB diagnostic tool.

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, first check the Power Distribution Center (PDC), Interior lamp fuse, M011 - IOD/Radio. Also, check Fuse 3 in the fuse block.

NOTE: The vehicles are shipped with the INTERIOR LAMP fuse disconnected.

Verify, the radio wire harness are properly connected before starting normal diagnosis and repair procedures.

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.