1995 Pontiac Grand Am Owner's Manual - Page 141

Understanding Radio Reception FM Stereo NOTICE: Before youadd any sound equipment to your vehicle like a tape player, CB radio, mobile telephone or two-way radio be sure you can add what you want. If you can, it's very important to do it properly. Added sound equipment may interfere with the operation of your vehicle's engine, Delco@ radio or other systems, and even damage them. And, your vehicle's systems may interfere with the that has been operation of sound equipment added improperly. So, before adding sound equipment, check with your dealer and be sure to check Federal rules covering mobileradio and telephone units. FM stereo will give you the best sound, butFM signals will reach only about 10 to 40 miles ( 16 to 65 km). Tall buildings or hillscan interfere with FM signals, causing the sound to come and go. -- -- AM The rangefor most AM stations is greater than for FM, especially at night. The longer range, however, can cause stations to interfere with each other. AM can also pick up noise fromthings like storms and powerlines. To lower this noise,try reducing the treble level. Hearing damage from loud noise is almost undetectable until it is too late. Your hearing can adapt to higher volumes of sound. Sound that seems normal can be loud and harmful to your hearing. Take precautions by adjusting the volume control on yourradio to a safe sound level before yourhearing adapts to it. To help avoid hearingloss or damage: Adjust the volume control to the lowest setting. Increase volume slowly until you hear comfortably and clearly. 3-18