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The recommended cleaning method for your cassette
tape player is the use of a scrubbing action,
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non
abrasive cleaning cassette with pads which scrub
the tape head as the hubs of the cleaner cassette turn.
The recommended cleaning cassette is available through
your dealer (GM Part No. 12344789).
When using a scrubbing action, non
cassette, it is normal for the cassette to eject because
your unit is equipped with a broken tape detection
feature and a cleaning cassette may appear as a broken
tape. To prevent the cleaning cassette from being
ejected, use the following steps.
1. Turn the ignition to ON or ACC.
2. Turn the radio off.
3. Press and hold the TAPE button for five seconds.
CAS will flash on the display for five seconds.
4. Insert the scrubbing action cleaning cassette.
5. Eject the cleaning cassette after the manufacturer's
recommended cleaning time.
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When the cleaning cassette has been ejected, the broken
tape detection feature is active again.
You may also choose a non
cleaner which uses a cassette with a fabric belt to clean
the tape head. This type of cleaning cassette will not
eject on its own. A non
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abrasive cleaning
not clean as thoroughly as the scrubbing type cleaner.
The use of a non
cassette is not recommended.
After you clean the player, press and hold the cassette
eject symbol button for five seconds to reset the
CLEAN or CLN indicator. The radio will display
CLEANED or
Cassettes are subject to wear and the sound quality
may degrade over time. Always make sure the cassette
tape is in good condition before you have your tape
player serviced.
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scrubbing action, wet
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scrubbing action cleaner may
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scrubbing action, dry
type cleaning
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to show the indicator was reset.
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type
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