Radio - Poor AM Reception/Static: Overview

NO: 08-11-97

GROUP: Electrical

DATE: Feb. 28, 1997

SUBJECT:
Poor AM Radio Reception/Static

MODELS:
1996 - 1997 (PL) Neon

NOTE:
THIS BULLETIN APPLIES TO VEHICLES BUILT PRIOR TO OCTOBER 1, 1996 (MDH 10-01-XX).

SYMPTOM/CONDITION:

Customer states poor AM radio reception or static on all channels.

PARTS REQUIRED:

AR(1) 04794048AA Ground Strap, Engine To Fender
AR(1) 04793411 Ground Strap, Strut To Body
AR(1) 04469334 Ground Strap, Engine Mount
AR(1) 05269216 Antenna Lead To Radio
AR(1) 04798290 Antenna Base and Bracket Assembly Package
AR(1) 04783990 Hinge Assembly, Hood (Right Side)

POLICY: Reimbursable within the provisions of the warranty.

TIME ALLOWANCE:
Labor Operation No: Check Ground Straps, Antenna Whip Test, Radio Connectors
08-60-02-97 0.2 Hrs.

Ground Strap Replace (One or All)
08-90-06-90 0.1 Hrs.

Antenna Mast-Secure With Lock-In Seal Adhesive
08-60-10-91 0.1 Hrs.

Antenna Extension Cable Replace
08-60-05-91 0.1 Hrs.

Antenna Base & Bracket Replace
08-60-05-92 0.2 Hrs.

Hood Hinge Replace (Right Side)
23-40-50-91 0.3 Hrs.

FAILURE CODE: P8 - New Part / XX - Service Adjustment