Catera V6-3.0L VIN R (1997)
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Antenna Amplifier: Customer Interest
Audio - Noise in AM Band of Radio With Rear Defogger ON
File In Section: 9 - Accessories
Bulletin No.: 71-96-01
Date: May, 1997
Subject:
Noise in AM Band of Radio with Rear Window Defogger On
(Replace the Antenna Amplifier)
Models:
1997 Cadillac Catera Built Prior to VIN Breakpoint VR128977
Condition
Some owners may comment on a condition of whistle, whine, static or ignition noise on lower frequencies of the AM band of the radio after the rear
window defogger has been on for approximately 10 minutes. This noise is throttle sensitive and will go away when the rear window defogger is turned
off.
Cause
This condition may be caused by a faulty noise suppression coil in the antenna amplifier.
Correction
To repair this condition, replace the radio antenna amplifier, which is located under the rear parcel shelf trim. The old antenna amplifier was blue and the
new one is colored green for identification purposes.
Parts Information
Description
Part Number
Amplifier, Rdo Ant
09114991
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation
Labor Time
R0130
0.9 hr