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Entertainment System - Power Antenna Malfunctions

Bulletin No: 09-013/02R

Last Issued: 12/11/2002

Subject:
POWER ANTENNA WILL NOT GO UP

APPLICABLE MODEL(S)/VINS

2002 Miata models with Bose audio system with the following:

^ Produced before July 2, 2002

^ VIN from JM1 NB353* 20 229640 to JM1 NB353* 20 234737

Revision Note:
The Warranty Information section has been revised.

DESCRIPTION

Customer complains that the power antenna will not go up if the audio unit is "on" while starting the engine, or if the ignition key is turned oft and turned back on with the radio ON. Due to a logic change within the antenna assembly, the signal from the audio unit may be interrupted causing the antenna to become inoperative.

To correct this condition, replace the power antenna assembly with a revised part using the information outlined below.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

1. Verify customer complaint.

2. Replace power antenna assembly according to Workshop Manual (Section 09).

3. Verify repair.





PART(S) INFORMATION





WARRANTY INFORMATION

Note:
This information applies to verified customer complaints on vehicles covered under normal warranty. Refer to the SRT microfiche for warranty term information.





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