Introduction: Each manual gives you the help you need for your vehicle's sound system. It covers troubleshooting to locate problems and identify what needs to be repaired or replaced. It does not support non-factory system change outs but does give you guidelines on what you can do to upgrade. The information is useful to someone considering system change outs as it explains what's compatible with the factory equipment. It does not contain technical information such as schematics or internal component level repair. It does cover the stereo connector pin outs and what equipment can be easily added or changed to make the factory system better. Each manual is an extension of our website, to provide all the information we have concerning your vehicle.

Table of Contents

1. Definitions
   Sometimes we use terms that mean different things, depending on the system set up and the vehicle. This defines how the terms are used in this manual, for this vehicle.
   
2. System Layout
   What are all the pieces that make up this sound system.
   Location of the fuses, amps, and other components of this system.
   
3. Troubles Identified
   Problems that we have repaired before, and the unit that needs repaired for that problem.
   
4. The Stereo
   Problems and info about this stereo (head unit). 
   Covers AM/FM problems, static sounds, and cassette problems.
   Testing the Power to the stereo without a meter
   Testing the Power to the stereo with a meter
   Testing the Ground to the stereo
   Testing the Power to the stereo with a test light
   A good fuse can still be the problem
   
5. CD Player
   Error codes
   "The CD cleaner disc did not help"
   "Someone told me I should try this."
   What CD players will work with this system, additional information and options.
   
6. CD Changer
   "Should I try to buy a used one to replace it?"
   "Should I replace it, repair it, or try to fix it myself?"
   About Error Codes.
   How to reset it to see if it will work.
   
7. The Amps
   "Does this vehicle need the amps repaired?"
   Descriptions, problems, and options concerning the amplifier.
   Changing out an amp. 
   "Can I use any amp when my Bose amps go bad?"
   How to test that the speakers are getting power without a meter
   If you hear nothing at all but the stereo is on
   How to test that the speakers are getting power with a meter or test light
   Where the audio wires are located
   If you determine that there is no power
   If there is power and you know the amps are good just no sound
   
8. The Speakers
   "Can I just buy speakers anywhere to replace this vehicles speakers?"
   "When my amps are going bad, can I just bypass them and wire directly to my Bose speakers?"
   "How long before the speakers go bad?"
   Known problems with the speakers.
   What is NOT a bad speaker.
   The signs of a bad speaker.
   One rarely known way to tell that a speaker is bad.
   Testing a speaker with a meter.
   Testing a speaker without a meter.
   Where to buy regular speakers and where to buy special factory speakers.
   Best way to purchase these speakers.
   What to do when the connectors aren't the same on the replacement speakers.
   
9. The Antenna
   Symptoms and Indications that you have an antenna problem
   Symptoms and Indications that you do not have an antenna problem.
   Static in radio stations, antenna or stereo.
   Power antenna motor runs but antenna doesn't go up and down correctly.
   "What can I do to help it work?"
   Low cost fix it right - Where to purchase new one and instructions on how to install it.
   No cost fix - The free solution to quieting the motor and allows you to move it up and down. 
   
10. Upgrades
    Define Upgrade - an honest definition of an upgrade.
    "What is compatible with this system?"
    Factory Stereo Replacement w/CD
    What not to buy as a replacement stereo.
    Aftermarket Stereo Replacement
    Some upgrades for this vehicle - adding cd or changer.
    Where to get special items.
    
11. Troubleshooting
    One way to know where the problem is located
    The truth about loose wires 
    To verify if it is the speaker that is bad
    
12. Connectors
    This manual does contain a photo of the stereo connector, with each pin labeled. It also explains the power to the amps. It does not contain all the pin outs on this system. Wire colors and full vehicle schematics are in the vehicles service manual, which are available from the dealer at a much higher costs. That type of detailed information is outside the scope of these manuals. If we have the pin out information, we put it in this section to help. If you are only looking for pin out information, ask if the manual you're considering includes that information.
    
13. Discount
    The cost of this manual is fully discounted off your next repair or product purchase. If you think you will be needing a repair or needing to purchase product, consider purchasing the manual first so it is included in the next purchase. Also realize that the guidance from the manual may change how you approach the problem you're having. It is very common for people to change what they want to do, once they have more information.
    

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Matsushita Electric Corporation of America
Pioneer Corporation

Willman's Electronics makes every attempt to provide accurate information, but does not guaranty the products we recommend for compatibility. We regret any misinformation, however each consumer needs to do their own due diligence research to ensure proper installations. Each vendor has it's own application charts and product warranty. These charts need to be researched by the consumer for the exact vehicle.

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