Reception Level Indication Mode

NOTE:  This diagnostic screen checks the AM/FM reception level in the electric field strength (dBμV). This level then can be used in the diagnosis of audio unit reception quality.

Preparation:

• Park the vehicle outside in a good location away from tall buildings, mountains, high-voltage power line or any other object that may interfere with reception.
• Tune to a powerful local FM radio station then write down the radio station number.
• Tune to a powerful local AM radio station then write down the radio station number.

1. Enter the Reception Level Indication Mode in the self-diagnostic function

2. Tune to the FM radio station you wrote down in preparation using the SEEK/SKIP ( ) or SEEK/SKIP ( ) button, and note the decibel level of that station

3. Press and hold the FM/AM button to enter the AM reception mode

4. Tune to the AM radio station you wrote down in preparation using the SEEK/SKIP ( ) or SEEK/SKIP ( ) button, and note the decibel level of that station

5. To end the self-diagnostic function, press the VOLUME/POWER (

6. Compare your results to a known-good, (make sure it is the same year and trim level) in the same location and direction, and under the same environmental conditions.

• If the reception level is within 10 % of the known-good vehicle, no repair is needed at this time.
• If the reception level is at least 10 % less than the known good vehicle, Go to SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING .