Hello All,
I just picked up a 2001 S Type V8, it's in great condition and the only problem is I can't pick-up an AM radio stations? Anyone know off a fix? Thank You.
Steve
Hello All,
I just picked up a 2001 S Type V8, it's in great condition and the only problem is I can't pick-up an AM radio stations? Anyone know off a fix? Thank You.
Steve
Hi Steve,
Are you in The States? I've got the same problem (in the UK, same car). If I do get AM, it's very fuzzy. If you discover a fix please let me know.
Richard L
For whatever it's worth, antenna problems seem to effect AM more than FM.
Don Young
Well i found this technical bulletin from Jaguar, I can't copy the illustrations but it does shed some light...
Audio - Poor Reception Diagnosis & Modification S415-02
S-TYPE
DATE
10/02 MODEL 2000-02 MY S-TYPE VIN L00001-M44997 Poor AM or FM Reception - Diagnostic Procedures - Modification ProcedureIssue:
Some owners of 2000-02 MY S-TYPE vehicles may complain of poor radio reception on both AM and FM.
This Technical Bulletin is designed to provide a quick check for specific AM/FM reception interference issues.
With all diagnostic checks carried out and with a 'No Fault Found' (NFF) situation, a roof-mount manual aerial service fix option may be offered to reduce multipath (interference caused by signals rebounding back of buildings) and improve reception.
Action:
On a customer complaint basis only, follow the workshop procedure outlined in this Technical Bulletin.
S-TYPE - AM/FM AUDIO INTERFERENCE DIAGNOSTIC CHECKS VIN L00267 TO L77674 Check the history of vehicle to ascertain whether actions described in Technical Bulletin S415-01 (AM reception interference) concerns have been carried out on vehicles between VIN L00267 to L77674. If not do this first.
If there is no AM, check that the red/yellow wire is present between FC40-4 and FC71-7. Check all coaxial cable connections, check the FUBA connections and make sure the mounting is good since it is also a ground. Check the harness between the FUBA and the rear glass for opens or short circuits. Check the rear glass terminal, check that the black/white wire is to the top and check the rear glass for shorting between the pins.
AM/FM RECEPTION ISSUES VIN L77675 TO M44997
AM-Specific issue
Concern - Standard Corporate Protocol (SCP) network interference, evident with the ignition in auxiliary position I, and engine run position II. Noise does not increase with engine RPM. The noise exhibits itself as a ticking and is primarily due to inadequate screening of the antenna circuitry. At VIN M20244 the antenna module to screen harness was screened. Between VIN L77675 to M20244, if this concern is identified, check the antenna lead to see if it has already been replaced with the latest screened condition. To check, carry out the following workshop procedure.
Assuming the radio unit is powering up and operating correctly, the fault could be caused by the loss of 12-volt supply to the antenna module.
Circuitry details as shown.
AM/FM Combined Issues
Concern-Overall poor radio reception, increased multipath issues on FM broadcasts.
Concern-Poor radio reception all frequencies.
Note: If the screen is damaged it is not covered under warranty. General Information
Concern-AM/FM poor radio reception.
If the customer has a non-Jaguar phone, and glass whip aerial installed on the rear screen. The location of the aerial, if in contact or close to the rear screen elements could compromise radio reception signals. Even if the glass whip aerial is disconnected, the actual presence of the aerial on the screen could be a factor.
Note: If any of the diagnostic checks require repair, carry out a separate warranty claim. This Technical Bulletin only covers the interference diagnostic checks and the installation of the roof mounted manual aerial.
Parts Information
Warranty Information:
Warranty claims should be submitted quoting the information in this table.
This will result in payment of the stated time and, where applicable parts/miscellaneous expense codes as listed.
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