Radio/Audio System Description and Operation: Notes

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The Entertainment System on this vehicle is configured with either a base or an uplevel system. Both the base and uplevel systems contain a radio, antenna, and speakers.

The uplevel system differs from the base level system by providing the customer with enhanced audio system features. Some of those features may include the radio data system (RDS), extended range speakers, and a remote playback device.

The following list shows the base and uplevel radios available for this vehicle:

Base Radio (UM7 RPO Code) - AM/FM
Base Radio (U1C RPO Code) - AM/FM with CD
Uplevel Radio (UB1 RPO Code) - AM/FM, Cassette and CD
Uplevel Radio (UC6 RPO Code) - AM/FM, Integral Multi Disc CD Changer

Fig 1: Radio Features
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Fig 2: Cassette Features
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Fig 3: Compact Disc Features
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Each item in the list below represents topics covered in detail below:

AM/FM Reception
Antenna
Audio Amplifier
Theft Deterrent
Integral Multi Disc CD Changer (IMDX)
Remote Playback Device
Radio Data System (RDS)
Radio Error Messages