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Understanding Radio Reception

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 from things like storms and power lines. Try
reducing the treble to reduce this noise if you ever get it.

FM Stereo

FM stereo will give you the best sound, but FM 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.

Cellular Phone Usage

Cellular phone usage may cause interference with 
your vehicle’s radio. This interference may occur 
when making or receiving phone calls, charging the 
phone’s battery or simply having the phone “on.” 
This interference is described as an increased level of
static while listening to the radio. If you notice static
while listening to the radio, unplug the cellular phone
and turn it off.

Tips About Your Audio System

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.

To help avoid hearing loss or damage:

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Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting.

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Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably
and clearly.