1996 PONTIAC BONNEVILLE radio

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If you're driving on a very rough road or if it's very hot,
the disc may not play and E (error) and a number may
appear on the radio display. If the disc comes out, it
could be that:
The disc is upside down.
It is dm7 scratched or wet.
The air is very humid. (If so, wait about an hour and
If any error occurs repeatedly or if an error can't be
corrected, please contact your dealer.
If your radio
displays an error number, write it down
and provide it to
your dealer when reporting the problem.
WECALL: Press this button to see what track is playing.
Press it again within five seconds to
see how long it has
been playing (elapsed
time). The track number also
appears when the disc
is inserted, the volume is changed
or whefi a new
track starts playing.
PWV (1): Press this button or the S'EEK down mow to
go to the start of the current track if more than eight
seconds have played.
If you hold the-button or press it
more than once, the player will continue moving back
through the disc.
try again.)
NEXT (2): Press this button ar the SEEK up arrow to
go to the start of the next track if more than eight
seconds have played.
If you hold the button or press it
more
than once, the player will continue moving
furward through the disc.
RDM (3): Press this button to hear the tracks in a random
order. It will change discs and tracks in a random, rather
than sequential order. Press RDM again to turn o€f randm
play. The radio
will' play during this operation.
REV (5): Press and hold this button to return to a
passage quickly. Release it
to play the passage. You will .I 's "f '
hear sound at a reduced volume. The display will show
elapsed time.
FWD (6): Press and hold this button to advance to a
passage quickly. You will hear sound at a reduced
volume.
WE display will show elapsed time.
AM-PM: Press this button to play the radio when a disc
is
playing. The Bjsc will stop but remain in the player.
CRIPLAY: Press this button to change'to the disc:
function when the radio,is
on,
EJECT Press'this button to remove the disc or stop the
disc and switch
to the radio. EJECT will work with the
radio off.
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Theft-Deterrent Feature
THEFTLOC,K" is designed to discourage theft of your
radio. It works by using a secret code to disable all radio functions whenever battery power is removed.
The' THEFTLOCK feature for the radio may be used or
ignored.
If ignored, the system plays normally and the
radio is not protected by the feature.
If THEFTLOCK is
activated, your radio will not operate if stolen.
When THEFTLOCK is activated, the radio will display
LOC to indicate a locked condition anythe battery
power
is removed. If your battery loses power for any
reason, you must unlock the radio with the,. secret code
before it will operate.
Activating the Theft-Deterrent Feature .
The instructions which follow explain how to enter your secret code to activate the THEFTLOCK system. It is
recommended that you read through all nine steps before starting.the procedure.
NOTE: If you allow more than 15 seconds to elapse
between any steps, the radio automatically reverts to
time apd you must start the procedure over at Step
4.
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Write down any three or four-digit number from
000 to 1999 and keep it in a safe place separate from
the vehicle.
Turn the ignition to the ACC or RUN position.
Turn the radio
off.
Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down
until
--- shows on the display. Next you will use the
secret code number which you have written down.
Press
MIN and 000 will appear on the display..
Press
MIN again to make the last two digits agree
with your code.
Press
HR to make the first one or two digits agree
with your code.
Press
AM-FM after you have confirmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written down.
The display will show
REP to let you know that you
need to repeat Steps
5 through 7 to confirm your
secret code.
Press
AM-FM and this tinie the display will show
SEC to let you know that your radio is secure.
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Unlocking the Theft-Deterrent Feature After a
Power Loss
Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than
15 seconds between steps:
1. LOC appears when the ignition is on.
2. Press MIN and 000 will appear-on the display.
3. Press MIN again to make the last two digits agree
4. Press HR to make the first one or two digits agree
with your code.
with your ?ode.
5. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the
code matches the secret code you have written down.
The display
will show SEC, indicating the radio is
now operable and ,secure.
If you enter the wrong code eight times, INOP will
appear on the display. You will have to wait an hour
with the ignition
on before you can try again. When you
try again, you will only have three chances to enter the
correct code before
INOP appears.
11 you lose or forget your code, contact you dealer.
Disabling the Theft-Deterrent Feature
Enter your secret code as follows; pause no more than
15 seconds between steps:
1. Turn the ignition to the ACCESSORY or RUN
position.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press the 1 and 4 buttons together. Hold them down
4. 'Press MIN and 0010 will appear on the display.
5. Press MIN again to make 'the iast two digits agree
until
SEC shows on the display. I
with your code.
6. Press HR to make the
first one or two digits agree
7.. Press AM-FM after you have confirmed that the
with your code.
code matches
the secret code you have written down.
The display will show
---, indicating that the radio is
no longer secured.
If the code entered is incorrect, SEC will appear on the
display. The radio
will remain secured until the correct
code
is entered.
When battery power
is given to a secured radio, the
radio won't
turn on and LOC will appear on the display.
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Steering Wheel Controls (Option)
If your vehicle has this feature, you can control certain
radio functions using the buttons
on your steering wheel.
SEEK: Press the up arrow
to tune to the next radio
station and the down
arrow
to tune to the previous radio station.
If a cassette tape or
compact disc
is playing, the
player will advance with the
up arrow and rewind with
the down arrow.
PRESET Press this button to hear the radio stations
that are set on
your pushbuttons.
AM-FM: Press this button to select AM, FM1 or FM2.
The band selected will show on the digital screen. The
frequency will also be displayed and,
if the station is in
stereo, the stereo indicator will also be displayed.
If a
cassette tape
or compact disc is playing, the tape or disc
will stop playing and the radio will play.
VOLUME: Press the up
arrow to increase the
volume and the down arrow
to decrease volume.
PLAY: Press this button to play a cassette tape or
compact disc when the radio
is playing.
MUTE: Press this button to silence the system. Press
it again, or any other radio button, to turn on the sound.
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Understanding Radio eception
FM Stereo
FM stereo will give you the best sound. But EM signals
will reach only about 10 to 40 miles (16 to 65 km). Tall
buildings 'or hills can interfere with FM signals, causing
the sound to come
and go.
AM
The range for most AM stations is greater than for FM,
especially at night. The longer range, however, can
cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can pick
up noise
fkom things like storms and power lines. Try
reducing the treble to reduce this nois'e if you ever get it.
Tips About Your Audio System
I Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable
until
it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher
volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud
and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by
adjusting the volume control
on your radio to a safe
sound level before your hearing adapts to it.
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To help avoid hearing loss or damage:
Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting.
0 Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably
and clearly.'
NOTICE:
Before you add any sound equipment to your
vehicle
-- like a tape player, CB'radio, mobile
telephone or two-way radio
-- be sure you can
add what
you want. If you can, it's very
important to
io it properly. Added sound
equipment may interfere with
the operation of
your vehicle's engine, Delco radio or other
systems,
and even damage them. Your vehicle's
systems
may interfere with the operation of
sound equipment that has been added
improperly.
So, before adding sound equipment, check with
your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules
covering mobile radio and telephone
units.
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Care of Your Cassette Tape Player The radio will default back to CUT TAPE DETECTION
A tape player that is not cleaned regularly can cause
reduced sound quality, ruined cassettes or a damaged You may
also choose a non-scrubbing action, wet-type
mechanism. Cassette tapes should be stored in their cleaner whi\
ch uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean
cases away from contaminants, direct sunlight and the tape head. It may not'clean as thoroughly as the
extreme heat.
If they aren't, they may not operate scrubbing type cleaner.
when the cleaner cassette is ejected.
properly
or may cause failure of the tape player.
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality may
tape player should be clean4 regularly after every, degrade over time. Always make sure that\
the cassette
50 hours of use. Youi. radio may display CLN to indicate tape is in good condition before you have your tape
that you have used your tape player for
50 hok without player serviced.
resetting the tape clean timer.
If you notice a reduction in
sound quality, try a known good cassette to see if the tape Care of Your Compact Discs
or the tape player is at fault. If this other cassette has no Handle discs carefully. Store them in th'eir original cases
improvement in sound quality, clean the tape player. or other protective cases and away from direct sunlight ,
Cleaning my be done with a scrubbing action, and dust. If the surface
of a disc is soiled, dampen a
non-abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub clean, soft cloth
in a mild, neutral detergent solution and
the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette
turn. clean it, wiping from the center to the edge.
Follow these steps to prevent the cassette from being Be sure never td touch the signal surface when handling
ejected due to the CUT TAPE DETECTION feature:
discs. Pick up discs by grasping the outer edges or the
1. Turn the radio off and the ignition on. ' edge of the hole and the outer edge..
2. Press and hold the TAPEPLAY button for three
3. ~nskrt the cleaner cassette.
seconds (tape indicator will flash
for two seconds).
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Fixed Mast Antenna
The fixed mast antenna can withstand most car washes
without being damaged.
If the mast should ever become
slightly bent, you can straighten it out by hand. If the
mast is badly bent,
as it might be by vandals, YOU should
replace it.
Check every once
in a while to be sure the mast is still
tightened
to the fender.
Power Antenna Mast Care
Your power antenna will look its best and work well if
it’s cleaned fiom time to time. To clean the antenna
mast:
1. Turn on the ignition and radio to raise the antenna.
2. Dampen a clean cloth with’mineral spirits or
3. Wipe the cloth over the.mast sections, removing any
4. Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
5. Make the antenna go up and down by turning the
radio
or ignition off and on.
6. Repeat if necessary.
equivalent solvent.
dirt.
I NOTICE:
Don’t lubricate the power antenna. Lubrication
could damage it.
NOTICE:
Before entering an automatic car wash, turn off
your radio to make the power antenna go down.
This will prevent the ,mast from possibly getting
damaged.
If the antenna does not go down when
you turn the radio
off, it may be damaged or
need to be cleaned. In either case, lower the
antenna by
hand by carefully pressing the
antenna down.
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If the mast portion of your antenna is damaged, you can
easily replace
it. See your dealer for a replacement kit
and follow the instructions in the kit.
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1. Check the other vehicle. It must have a 12-volt
battery with
a negative ground system.
NOTICE:
If the other system isn’t a 12-volt system with a
negative ground, both vehicles can be damaged.
2. Get the vehicles close enough so the jumper cables
can reach, but be sure the vehicles aren’t touching-
each other.
If they are, it could cause a ground
connection you don’t want. You wouldn’t be able
to
start your Pontiac, and the bad grounding could
damage the electrical systems.
You could be injured
if the vehicles roll. Set the
parking brake firmly on each vehicle. Put an
automatic transaxle in PARK (P) or a manual
transaxle
in NEUTRAL (N).
3. Turn off the ignition on both vehicles. Unplug
unnecessary accessories plugged into the cigarette
lighter. Turn
off all lamps that aren’t needed as well
I as radios. This will avoid sparks and help save both
batteries. In addition, it could save your radio!
NOTICE:
If you leave your radio on, it could be badly
damaged.
The repairs wouldn’t be covered by
your warranty.
4. Open the hoods and locate the batteries.
An electric fan can start ~ even wl 3 the engine
is not running and can injure you. Keep hands,
clothing and tools away
from any underhood
electric fan.
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