For 1990-2009 cars

Step | Action | Value(s) | Yes | No
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1 | Was the entire Radio/Audio System Check performed? | -- | Go to Step 2 | Go to Radio/Audio System Check
2 | Insert the tape. Does the tape play? | -- | Go to Step 3 | Go to Step 4
3 | Inspect the tape player for the following conditions:

• | Weak

• | Slow

• | Garbled

Does the tape play in any of the above manners?

--

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 12

4 | Inspect the tape player for an obstruction through the tape door. Is an obstruction present? | -- | Go to Step 6 | Go to Step 7
5 |

1. Clean the moving parts and the tape head using a cleaning cassette from J 39916-A .
2. Inspect the system.

Is the symptom still present?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 12

6 |

1. Remove the obstruction.
2. Inspect the system.

Is the symptom still present?

--

Go to Step 10

Go to Step 12

7 | Service the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement . Is the repair complete? | -- | Go to Step 12 | --
8 | Perform the motor speed test with the diagnostic test tape from J 39916-A . Is the motor speed OK? | -- | Go to Step 9 | Go to Step 7
9 | Play a known good tape. Is the symptom still present? | -- | Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 12
10 |

1. Clean the moving parts and the tape head or use a cleaning cassette.
2. Inspect the system.

Is the symptom still present?

--

Go to Step 11

Go to Step 12

11 | Play the diagnostic test tape from J 39916. Refer to J 39916-A . Does the test tape operate? | -- | Go to Step 12 | Go to Step 7
12 |

1. Turn the ignition switch to the OFF position.
2. Reconnect all connectors/components removed.

Have all the repairs been made?

--

Go to Radio/Audio System Check

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