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HOMESERVICE MANUALSCHEVROLET2006COBALT SS, 4D SEDAN, STANDARDREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 818 (CELLULAR SYSTEMS, ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEMS & NAVIGATION SYSTEMS)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESDIGITAL RADIO MALFUNCTIONCIRCUIT/SYSTEM TESTINGDIGITAL RADIO OUTPUT CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard
Digital Radio Output Circuit Malfunction
2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Digital Radio Output Circuit Malfunction
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2010 Pontiac G5 and 2010 Chevrolet Cobalt. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Ignition OFF, disconnect the X2 harness connector at the radio.
- Ignition ON, radio ON and tuned to XM, test for a varying mV AC voltage reading between the following signal circuit terminals listed below and ground.
- Left audio signal (+) - terminal 1
- Right audio signal (+) - terminal 2
- Audio common signal (-) - terminal 9
- If the varying mV A/C voltage reading is not present, test the signal circuit for a short to voltage, short to ground, or an open/high resistance. If the circuit tests normal, replace the DRR.
- If all circuits test normal, test or replace the radio.
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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.