2005 Mazda Miata MX-5 Owner's Manual - Page 138
2005 Mazda Miata MX-5 Manual
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MX-5 Miata_8T72-EA-04G_Edition1 Page138 Wednesday, June 9 2004 3:5 PM Black plate (138,1) Interior Comfort Audio System qOperating Tips for Cassette Tape Player Cleaning the cassette tape player The tape head, capstans, and pinch rollers will gather oxide residue from cassette tapes. This can cause weak or wavering sounds and damage to the cassette tapes and player. Use a good quality headcleaning tape or a liquid cleaner cassette tape to remove it. Should the unit not operate normally, consult an Authorized Mazda Dealer. Never attempt to repair it or insert a screwdriver or anything else. Handling the cassette tape player The following precautions should be observed. l l l If the cassette tape is loose, it may produce poor sound or performance during playback. Use a pencil or something similar to remove any slack. l Only cassette tapes that play no longer than 90 minutes should be used. Cassette tape exceeding 90 minutes are thin and may easily break. Do not leave a cassette tape in the tape player slot when not in use. Remove it completely to permit the slot door to close and to protect the mechanism from dust. Store cassette tapes away from extreme heat, magnetic fields, and direct sunlight. Protect the exposed cassette tape from dirt and damage. Store cassette tapes in their original cases or other protective cases. Do not spill any liquid on the audio system. l l Do not insert any objects, other than cassette tape, into the slot. 6-12 Form No.8T72-EA-04G