Description
The majority of the audio concerns are the result of outside causes (bad CD, electromagnetic interference, etc.).
NOISE
The following noise results from variations in field strength, such as fading noise and multi-path noise, or external noise from trains and other sources. It is not a malfunction.
The vehicle itself can be a source of noise if noise prevention parts or electrical equipment is malfunctioning.
Check if noise is caused and/or changed by engine speed, ignition switch turned to each position, and operation of each piece of electrical equipment, and determine the cause.
NOTE: The source of the noise can be found easily by listening to the noise while removing the fuses of electrical components, one by one.
Type of Noise and Possible Cause

RELATED TO HANDS-FREE PHONE
| Symptom | Cause and Counter measure |
| Does not recognize cellular phone connection (No connection is displayed on the display at the guide). | Some Bluetooth enabled cellular phones may not be recognized by
the in-vehicle phone module.
Refer to "RELATED TO HANDS-FREE PHONE (Check Compatibility)" in AV-304, "Symptom Table". |
| Cannot use hands-free phone. |
Customer will not be able to use a hands-free phone under the following conditions:
NOTE: While a cellular phone is connected through the Bluetooth wireless connection, the battery power of the cellular phone may discharge quicker than usual. The Bluetooth Hands-Free Phone System cannot charge cellular phones. |
| The other party's voice cannot be heard by hands-free phone. | When the radio wave condition is not ideal or ambient sound is too loud, it may be difficult to hear the other person's voice during a call. |
| Poor sound quality. | Do not place the cellular phone in an area surrounded by metal or far away from the in-vehicle phone module to prevent tone quality degradation and wireless connection disruption. |
Audio system
PrecautionFront door speaker
Description
The AV control unit sends audio signals to the front door speakers using the
front door speaker circuits.
Diagnosis Procedure
1.CONNECTOR CHECK
Check the AV control unit and speaker connectors for the following:
Proper connection
Damage
Disconnected or loose terminals
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Exhaust gas (carbon monoxide)
WARNING
Do not breathe exhaust gases; they
contain colorless and odorless carbon
monoxide. Carbon monoxide is dangerous.
It can cause unconsciousness or
death.
If you suspect that exhaust fumes are
entering the vehicle, drive with all windows
fully open, and have the vehicle
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Measurement of weights
Secure loose items to prevent weight
shifts that could affect the balance of your
vehicle. When the vehicle is loaded, drive
to a scale and weigh the front and the rear
wheels separately to determine axle
loads. Individual axle loads should not exceed
either of the gross axle weight ratings
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