Radio or Tape Not Operating
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Start switch in "OFF" position
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Turn key to "ON" or "ACCESSORY".
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Open fuse
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Replace fuse.
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Poor connection to radio
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Check wiring harness.
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Poor connection to speakers
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Check wiring harness.
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Poor Reception
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Station improperly tuned in
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Tune station with tuning control.
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Push button improperly set
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Set push button to correct frequency.
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Antenna in improper position
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Place antenna in upright position.
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Poor antenna connection
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Check antenna cable connection.
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Uneven speaker balance
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Set balance control.
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Faulty suppression capacitor in alternator.
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Replace capacitor.
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Faulty antenna
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Replace antenna.
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Faulty speaker
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Replace speaker.
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Poor Sound Quality of Tape Player
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Oxide build up on tape head
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Clean tape head.
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Loss of High Frequency Response and Increased Background Noise
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Tape head magnetized
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Use demagnetizer. Keep magnetized tools away from tape head.
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Slow or Erratic Operation of Tape Player
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Faulty tape cartridge
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Try other cartridges before contacting serviceman.
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Interference from business band/CB radio.
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Business band/CB radio antenna improperly installed.
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Change antenna location. Left-hand side is ideal location.
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Ground antenna base and shield in antenna cable. Minimize cable length.
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