AM Radio - Poor Reception: Overview
12/31/9686/23/96/US
SUBJECT:
PRIDE - AM Radio Reception
MODEL:
Range Rover 4.0/4.6
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
LP up to VA346794
LH
LJ
LD
DETAIL
Some Range Rover models may have poor AM reception. Reversing the locations of the AM/FM and FM amplifiers and the addition of several ground straps will resolve the problem. Follow the procedure below for switching the amplifiers and adding new ground straps. This issue has been resolved from VIN VA346794 (start of 1997 Model Year).
The diagnostic steps and repair procedures detailed in this bulletin were developed as an element of the Land Rover Way OPERATION PRIDE. This TIB provides a library location for PRIDE information within the Land Rover North America technical literature system.
ACTION REQUIRED
Upon customer complaint for the symptoms outlined, perform the specified repairs.
PARTS INFORMATION
LRNAAMKIT-AM Reception Improvement Kit containing:
^ Radio Ground Strap (qty. 1)
^ Hood Ground Strap (qty. 1)
^ Amplifier Ground Strap (qty. 2)
^ Trilobular Screw, M6 (paint clearing) (qty. 3)
^ M6 Zinc Passivated Washer (qty. 3)
^ M5 Star Washer (qty. 1)
^ M5 Nut (qty. 1)
^ 3/8" x 3/4" UNC Bolt (qty. 1)
^ 3/8" Zinc Passivated Washer (qty. 1)
^ Cable Ties (qty. 3)
PROCEDURE
Perform the diagnostic procedures and repairs outlined for the repair of AM Radio Reception.
WARRANTY:
Normal warranty procedures and policies apply.
COMP.CODE:
SRO:
86.50.89/01 Time: 0.95 hr