Accord LX Sedan L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC MFI (1997)
Antenna Cable: Customer Interest
Radio - Poor Reception/Static on AM Band
98-058
August 11, 1998
Applies To: 1994-97 Accord - 2-door
1996-97 Accord - 4-door
1998 Accord V6 - 4-door thru VIN 1HGCG1....WA016359
1998 Accord L4 - 4-door LX/EX thru VIN 1HGCG5.....WA072173
- 4-door DX thru VIN 1HGCF8...WA074267
Poor Radio Reception
SYMPTOM
Poor radio reception, with static, noticed mostly on the AM band. The customer may complain that the reception is worse than when the car was new.
PROBABLE CAUSE
Corrosion on the antenna's coaxial connector in the back of the audio unit.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Clean the coaxial connector.
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
Failed part:
1994-97
P/N 39159-SV4-010
H/C 4645164
1998
P/N 39160-S84-A01
H/C 5436670
Defect code:
066
Contention code:
F03
Skill level:
Repair Technician
Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Service Manager or your Zone Office. You
must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.
REPAIR PROCEDURE
1.
Check the following items (refer to the June '96 ServiceNews):
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A cellular telephone antenna attached to the rear window. A cellular antenna installed over the antenna grid will cause noise and reception
problems.
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Window tinting. Some window tints contain metal, which will cause reception problems.
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Broken lines in the antenna grid in the upper part of the rear window.
2.
Remove the audio unit from the dashboard.
3.
Disconnect the antenna lead.