Civic HX Coupe L4-1590cc 1.6L SOHC (VTEC-E) MFI (1997)
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Technical Service Bulletin # 97-062
Date: 970929
Radio - Distortion From the Front Speakers
97-062
September 29, 1997
Applies To: 1997 Civic
- 2-door HX and EX models
- 4-door LX and EX models
1997 Accord - 2-and 4-door EX models
1997 Odyssey - EX models
Distortion From the Front Speakers
SYMPTOM
The front speakers sound distorted.
PROBABLE CAUSE
The speaker voice coil was damaged when it was being manufactured.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Confirm the distortion is coming from the front speaker(s), confirm the voice coil(s) is (are) damaged, and replace the damaged speaker(s).
PARTS INFORMATION
Front Speaker:
P/N 391 20-SV4-A01, H/C 4269338
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.
NOTE: If you are submiffing a claim for an additional front speaker using a template ID, the time for the first speaker is included.
Failed part:
P/N 39120-SV4-A01 H/C 4269338
Defect code:
042
Contention code: F99
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.
Referring to the appropriate S/M, remove the front door panel (Accord and Odyssey) or the front speaker cover (Civic). Front door panel removal
is in section; speaker cover is in 23.
2.
Adjust the bass and treble settings on the audio unit to their maximum settings, and listen to different types of music at various volume levels.
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If there is distortion coming from the front speaker(s) only, go to step 3.