Play a known good cassette tape in the tape player.

Does the tape play weak, slow or garbled?

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Go to Step 3

Go to Step 2

Inspect the tape player for an obstruction through the tape door.

Is there an obstruction?

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Go to Step 4

Go to Step 3

1. Perform the motor speed test with the diagnostic test tape from the J 39916-A for service procedure.
2. Service the radio. Refer to Diagnostic System Check - Radio/Audio System .

Is the motor speed correct?

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System OK

Go to Step 5

1. Remove the obstruction.
2. Inspect the moving parts and the tape head.
3. Clean the moving parts and the tape head. Refer to Cassette Player Care and Cleaning .
4. Insert a cleaning cassette.
5. Use a diagnostic tape from the J 39916-A for service procedure.

Does the test tape operate correctly?

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System OK

Go to Step 5

Replace the radio. Refer to Radio Replacement .

Is the repair complete?

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Go to Diagnostic System Check - Radio/Audio System

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