Inserting Discs

2001 Chevrolet Cavalier LS, 2.4 TSECTION Inserting Discs
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Up to 12 discs can be loaded in the magazine. The discs are numbered from 1 to 12 starting with the bottom disc tray.

Fig 1: Pulling Tray Out By Holding Magazine Lock Button
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  1. Hold down the magazine lock button (1) and pull the tray out by holding if from underneath. The tray will detach from the magazine. Do not drop the tray. Do not drop the disc.
    Fig 2: Placing One Label-Side Down Disc On Disc Tray
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  2. Place one LABEL-SIDE DOWN disc (1) on the disc tray (2). Do not touch the surface of the disc. The disc will not play if loaded upside down.
    Fig 3: Inserting Tray Horizontally Along Right & Left Grooves Of Magazine
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    Important:Β 

    • Align the tray with the right and left grooves to allow it to be inserted to the end. Do not bend the tray. Do not force the tray.
    • Always load 12 trays in the magazine to prevent loss or warping of trays.
    • The player cannot recognize whether the disc is set or not if the disc is loaded label-side up. NO error message will display. Be sure all discs are loaded LABEL-SIDE DOWN.
  3. Insert the tray (1) horizontally along the right and left grooves of the magazine (2) until it clicks. The disc must not lift from the tray.
    Fig 4: Inserting Magazine (1 Of 3)
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