XK (X150) V8-4.2L (2008)
Antenna Cable: All Technical Service Bulletins
Audio System - Poor Radio Reception
NUMBER: JTB00083
(Issue 1)
MODEL: XK
DATE: 28 FEB 2008
SECTION: 415
Poor Radio Reception - Repair Procedure
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
XK (X150)
VIN: B15632 - B25813
Model Year: 2008 ONLY
CONDITION SUMMARY:
POOR RADIO RECEPTION - AM / FM FREQUENCIES
Situation:
An issue has been identified where there may be poor radio reception on the AM and FM frequencies. There may also be a concern of being able to hear
some vehicle generated noises on some frequencies. This could be caused by the 120 ohm coaxial cable weakening the signal strength to the concealed
antenna.
Action:
Should a customer express the above concern, follow the Repair Procedure to install a 50 ohm coaxial cable and reconfigure the Audio Front Control
Module as outlined in this bulletin.
PARTS
TOOLS:
IDS DVD 111 Patch File / or later and Midtronics PSC-550 Vehicle Power Supply
WARRANTY:
NOTE:
Repair procedures are under constant review, and therefore times are subject to change; those quoted here must be taken as guidance only. Always
refer to DDW to obtain the latest repair time.
DDW requires the use of causal part numbers. Labor only claims must show the causal part number with quantity of zero
REPAIR PROCEDURE
INSTALLING THE 50 OHM COAXIAL CABLE OVERLAY HARNESS
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