Audio System - Poor Reception/Station Drifts

TSB SB06-13-S004

Poor Radio Reception Or Radio Will Not Stay On Station (This
Bulletin Supersedes SB05-13-S005)

ISSUE DATE: APRIL 2006

Affected Vehicles

2003-2006 Isuzu Ascender (US/UT)

Service Information

This bulletin is being revised to add the 2006 model year and provide additional information.

Condition:
Some customers may comment on poor radio reception or that the radio will not hold the station. This occurs on either AM or FM bands.

Possible Cause :
The antenna coax cable connection behind the glove box door may not be fully seated or incorrect radio coax impedance.

Correction:
Check antenna coax cable connection and/or install antenna cable extension.

Service Procedure

Inspect the antenna coax cable connection and/or install an antenna extension cable, P/N 8-15267-997-0, using the following procedure.

1. Remove the right closeout/insulator panel from the IP.

2. Verify that the antenna coax cable connection leads are fully seated.

3. If the leads are fully seated, separate the connection and install an antenna extension cable, P/N 8-15267-997-0 between the two leads.

4. Install the right closeout/insulator panel to the IP.





Parts Information




Warranty Claim Information Use the following labor operation:

NOTE:

1. Labor Time includes administrative time allowance.

2. Information released on paper and electronic format prior to bulletin release cannot be updated. For the most current and up to date information refer to the website.

3. Always refer to the Isuzu Service Policy Procedure Manual for specific details on warranty coverage and policies.





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