Remote Playback Device Left or Right Channel Inoperative

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Chevrolet Corvette. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Step	Action	Yes	No
Schematic Reference: Radio/Audio System Schematics
1	Did you perform the Radio/Audio System Diagnostic System Check?	Go to Step 2	Go to Diagnostic System Check - Radio/Audio System
2	Turn ON the ignition, with the engine OFF. Turn ON the radio. Insert a tape, CD, or CD magazine with at least 1 audio CD inside into the remote playback device. Operate the remote playback device. Does the remote playback device play on the right and left audio channels?	Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections in Wiring Systems	Go to Step 3
3	Turn OFF the ignition. Disconnect the remote playback device. Test the appropriate (left or right) audio output for an open, short or high resistance. Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 7	Go to Step 4
4	Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the remote playback device. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 7	Go to Step 5
5	Disconnect the radio. Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the Radio. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs in Wiring Systems. Did you find and correct the condition?	Go to Step 7	Go to Step 6
6	Replace the remote playback device. Refer to Remote CD Changer Replacement . Did you complete the replacement?	Go to Step 7	-
7	Operate the system in order to verify the repair. Did you correct the condition?	System OK	Go to Step 2