Catera V6-3.0L VIN R (1997)
Antenna Cable: Customer Interest
Radio - Poor AM Band Reception
File In Section: 9 - Accessories
Bulletin No.: 81-96-14
Date: October, 1998
Subject:
Poor Radio Reception
(Replace Antenna Cable and Amplifier)
Models:
1997-98 Cadillac Catera
Condition
Some owners may comment that the AM radio reception is poor, there is static on strong stations or they are not able to receive many stations.
Cause
This condition may be caused by the antenna amplifier, antenna cable and/or cable routing.
Correction
To repair this condition, replace the antenna cable and antenna amplifier. The antenna cable has a gray coating (instead of black) and will be routed
along the right side of the car away from the electrical conduit. The antenna amplifier, which is located under the rear parcel shelf trim, was colored
either blue or green, while the new one is colored light gray for identification purposes.
Parts Information
Description
Part Number
Antenna Cable
9120443
Antenna Amplifier
9114991
Parts are currently available from GMSPO.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Labor Operation
Labor Time
R0630
1.8 hrs (1997 vehicles)
2.0 hrs (1998 vehicles)
(Labor time includes antenna cable and amplifier module)
