For 1990-2009 cars

# Weak FM Radio Reception/No AM Reception (Plug In Antenna Intermediate Connector)

Subject: | Weak FM Radio Reception, No AM Reception (Plug In Antenna Intermediate Connector)

Models: | 1997-99 Chevrolet Malibu

| 1997-99 Oldsmobile Cutlass

### Condition

Some customers may comment about weak FM radio reception and/or no AM radio reception.

### Cause

The antenna lead may have been misrouted during the assembly process. This could allow a customer, on the passenger side of the vehicle, to accidentally disconnect the antenna lead with their foot.

### Correction

Pull back the carpet on the passenger front foot well and plug in the antenna intermediate connector. The connector and the antenna should then be secured behind the right hand kick pad.

### Warranty Information

For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:

Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time
--- | --- | ---
R0260 | Antenna Lead-In Repair | 0.3 hr