1996 VOLVO 850 radio antenna

1996 Volvo 850
pg. 1:69 Audio systems, general information
FM stereo reception

Stereo reception places very high demands on the signal quality which me\
ans the type of distortions
previously mentioned become even more obvious. The signal strength needs\
to be stronger for good
stereo reception and this limits the effective range of the slender.

We hope that this information proves to be useful and provides you with \
a better understanding of the
problems related to car radio reception.

Reception conditions are not always optimum and this is, of course, beyo\
nd our control. However, we
have endeavored to make the Volvo Audio System of a quality that will en\
able you to enjoy the best
possible reception no matter what the reception conditions may be.

Radio antenna (sedans)

NOTE: Always lower the antenna when using an automatic car wash or enter\
ing a garage.

The antenna should be cleaned at least every 10,000 miles (16,000 km) \
or more frequently if needed.
Use WD40 for cleaning.
Spray the antenna with WD40 and wipe it clean and dry with a rag. Spray \
it again. Lower and raise the
antenna. Wipe it clean and dry again. Lower and raise the antenna 4-6 ti\
mes. Make sure it is dry and free
from dirt or lubricating oil.

Radio antenna (wagons)

The radio antenna is built into the driver side window of the cargo area\
. This antenna also has a factory
installed antenna booster.

NOTE: The antenna will not work without this booster.

Place objects in the cargo area so that the antenna wires on the inside \
of the window will not be
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1996 Volvo 850

3 If there is a longer scratch, you may want to protect surrounding pain\
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Washing the car

l The car should be washed at regular intervals since dirt, dust, insects \
and tar spots adhere to the paint
and may cause damage.

NOTE: It is particularly important to wash the car frequently in the win\
tertime to prevent corrosion,
when salt has been used on the roads.

l When washing the car, do not expose it to direct sunlight. Use lukewarm \
water to soften the dirt
before you wash with a sponge, and plenty of water, to avoid scratching.\

l A detergent can be used to facilitate the softening of dirt and oil.
l A water-soluble grease solvent may be used in cases of sticky dirt. Howe\
ver, use a washplace
equipped with a drainage separator.
l Dry the car with a clean chamois and remember to clean the drain holes i\
n the doors and rocker
panels.
l The power radio antenna (sedans) must be dried after washing.
l Tar spots can be removed with kerosene or tar remover after the car has \
been washed.
l A stiff-bristle brush and lukewarm soapy water can be used to clean the \
wiper blades. Frequent
cleaning improves visibility considerably.
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