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For concerns of poor radio reception:

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This Technical Bulletin is divided into four sections:

Section 1: Includes antenna systems by vehicle.

Section 2: Includes radio antenna system diagnosis procedures for AM/FM concerns using internal radio diagnostics.

Section 3: Includes antenna lead diagnosis.

Section 4: Antenna cables

Perceived reception issues may be a result of environmental factors.

Reception may be diminished in certain areas due to power wires, buildings and/or overpasses.

Aftermarket window tint may interfere with reception.

In cases that are questionable, locate identical vehicle and verify concern (if the like vehicle is the same, condition may be normal).