1997 Mercury Grand Marquis Owner Guide 1st Printing - Page 64

u Protect cassettes from exposure to direct sunlight, high humidity and extreme heat or cold. If they are exposed to extreme conditions, allow them to reach a moderate temperature before playing. before playing by putting your finger or a pencil into one of the holes and turning the hub until the tape is tight. u If a tape is loose inside the cassette, tighten it u Loose labels on cassette tapes can become u Do not leave a tape in the cassette tape Common Radio Reception Conditions lodged in the mechanism. Remove any loose label material before inserting cassette. player. High heat in the vehicle can cause the cassette to warp. Several conditions prevent FM reception from being completely clear and noise-free, such as the following: 1. Distance/Strength The strength of the FM signal is directly related to the distance the signal must travel. The listenable range of an average FM signal is approximately 25 miles (40 kilometers). Beyond this distance, the radio is operating in a fringe area and the signal becomes weaker. NOTE: Always make sure your antenna is fully extended to the maximum length for proper reception. If your antenna is not fully extended, you may experience signal loss while traveling in fringe reception areas. 62