Radio Volume Fluctuation, Excessive Static, Weak Reception On Medium Strength FM Stations (Reprogram Radio) (08-08-44-005A)
Publication date: 2008-03-12Reference number: 08-08-44-005A
Supersedes refnos: 08-08-44-005
Radio Volume Fluctuation, Excessive Static, Weak Reception On Medium Strength FM Stations (Reprogram Radio)
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
Reference Number(s): 08-08-44-005A, Date of Issue:
March 12, 2008
| Affected Model(s): | 2008 Buick Enclave; 2007-2008 Chevrolet Avalanche, Equinox, Silverado (Crew Cab Models Only), Suburban, Tahoe; 2007 GMC Sierra (Crew Cab Models Only), Yukon Models; 2007-2008 GMC Acadia; 2007-2008 Pontiac Torrent; 2007-2008 Saturn OUTLOOK; 2007-2008 Suzuki XL-7; with Panasonic Black Tie Radio Only (RPOs UUC, UVA) |
| Supercedes: | This bulletin is being revised to update the models affected list. Please discard Corporate Bulletin Number 08-08-44-005 (Section 08 -- Body and Accessories). |
Condition
Some customers may comment on volume fluctuation or excessive static on the radio. Others may comment on weak reception on medium strength FM stations.
Correction
Correction
| Do This | Don't Do This |
|---|---|
| Reprogram the radio. | Do not replace the radio or antenna. |
A revised calibration has been developed to address this condition. Technicians are to reprogram the radio with the latest software available on TIS2WEB. Refer to the Service Programming Procedures in SI. As always, make sure your Tech 2® is updated with the latest software version.
Warranty Information
For vehicles repaired under warranty, use:
Warranty Information
| Labor Operation | Description | Labor Time |
|---|---|---|
| R0759 | Radio-Reprogram with SPS | Use Published Labor Operation Time |