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For 1990-2009 cars only

Diagnostic Instructions

    • Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    • Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    •  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

Circuit/System Description

The radio generates the audible warning through the left front speaker. The radio receives audible warning requests via GMLAN serial data from the body control module (BCM).

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

    •  Instrument Cluster Schematics
    •  Radio/Navigation System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

    •  Displays and Gages Connector End Views
    •  Entertainment/Communication Connector End Views

Description and Operation

    •  Audible Warnings Description and Operation
    •  Radio/Audio System Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    •  Circuit Testing
    •  Connector Repairs
    •  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    •  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

    •  Scan Tool Output Controls
    •  Scan Tool Data List
    •  Scan Tool Data Definitions

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, key in the ignition, open the driver door. The courtesy lamps should illuminate.
  2. If the courtesy lamps do not illuminate, go to Courtesy Lamps Inoperative .
  3. Ignition ON, radio ON, adjust the radio balance and fade to the left front speaker.
  4. If the speaker does not operate properly, go to Speakers Inoperative - One or More .
  5. If the speaker operates properly, replace the radio.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

Control Module References for Radio replacement, setup, and programming