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HOMESERVICE MANUALSPONTIAC2007WAVE LT, 4D HATCHBACK, STANDARD, Y4M/MLMREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISEXTERNAL PAGESDIFFERENT CARSECTION 16 (CELLULAR SYSTEM, ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM, AND NAVIGATION SYSTEM)DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION AND PROCEDURESTAPE PLAYER INOPERATIVE
2007 Pontiac Wave LT, 4D Hatchback, Standard, Y4M/MLM
Tape Player Inoperative
2007 Pontiac Wave LT, 4D Hatchback, Standard, Y4M/MLMSECTION Tape Player Inoperative
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| Step | Action | Yes | No |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Verify the customer complaint. Does the cassette player destroy tapes? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 2 |
| 2 | Using a good-quality tape, determine whether the cassette player performs poorly or is inoperative. Does the cassette player perform poorly? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 3 |
| 3 | Check the cassette player for obstructions behind the tape door. Is an obstruction found? |
Go to Step 4 | Go to Step 8 |
| 4 | Check to see if the obstruction can be removed using gentle force. Is the obstruction removed? |
Go to Step 5 | Go to Step 6 |
| 5 | Clean the cassette player head, the capstan, and the drive system. Does the tape play properly? |
Go to Step 7 | Go to Step 6 |
| 6 | Replace the cassette radio. Refer to Radio Replacement (Notchback) or Radio Replacement (Hatchback) . Is the repair complete? |
System OK | - |
| 7 | Check the cassette player for normal operation. Is the repair complete? |
System OK | - |
| 8 | Advise the owner of a defective or worn tape. Is the repair complete? |
System OK | - |
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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.