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Poor Reception - SDARS







*POOR RECEPTION - SDARS

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Diagnostic Test

1. *POOR SDARS RECEPTION

NOTE: At times SDARS reception will better than FM radio, and other times FM radio reception will be better than SDARS.

NOTE: The Satellite Radio system is still under development and there are areas where reception may be lost.

NOTE: To check SDARS reception, vehicle must be outside the shop.

NOTE: The SDARS antenna must be be free of damage and not be covered by any objects.

NOTE: Large buildings in downtown areas can block the satellite signal and cause poor reception.

NOTE: Check DTC's and record them. Repair any DTC's prior to continuing with test.

Inspect SDARS antenna for damage.
Drive vehicle outside of shop and attempt to verify poor reception complaint.
Verify good reception in your area with know good SDARS system.
Is there any physical damage to the SDARS antenna?

Yes

- Replace SDARS antenna.
- Perform the BODY VERIFICATION TEST - VER 1. Body Verification Test.

No

- Test Complete.