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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 403 (ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDIGITAL RADIO POOR OR NO RECEPTIONCIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTING
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Circuit/System Testing
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Circuit/System Testing
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Saturn Vue. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the antenna coax from the digital radio receiver (DRR). Connect the test antenna to the DRR.
- Turn the ignition ON, radio ON tuned to XM. Is the reception improved?NOTE: If the reception is not improved, replace the DRR.
- Ignition OFF. Disconnect the DRR antenna from the coaxial cable. Test the resistance of the antenna coaxial cable center conductor from end to end. Verify the resistance is less than 5 ohms.NOTE: If the resistance is greater than 5 ohms, replace the antenna coaxial cable.
- Test the resistance of the antenna coaxial cable outer shield from end to end. Verify the resistance is less than 5 ohms.NOTE: If the resistance is greater than 5 ohms , replace the antenna coaxial cable.
- Test the resistance of the antenna coaxial cable between the center conductor and the outer conductor. Verify there is infinite resistance between both conductors.NOTE: If there is less than infinite resistance between the inner conductor and the outer conductor of the coaxial cable, replace the antenna coaxial cable. If the coaxial cable tests normal, replace the digital radio antenna.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.