2007 Mazda MAZDA3 Owner's Manual - Page 204

Mazda3_8V66-EA-06F_Edition2 Page203 Friday, May 26 2006 10:54 AM Black plate (203,1) Interior Comfort Audio System Strong signal noise This occurs very close to a transmitter tower. The broadcast signals are extremely strong, so the result is noise and sound breakup at the radio receiver. 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 Station drift noise When a vehicle reaches the area of two strong stations broadcasting at similar frequencies, the original station may be temporarily lost and the second station picked up. At this time there will be some noise from this disturbance. Station 1 88.1 MHz Station 2 88.3 MHz Do not spill any liquid on the audio system. l Do not insert any objects, other than cassette tape, into the slot. 6-19 Form No.8V66-EA-06F