am radio ignition noise.......

'96 850 sedan glt [usa version]
i have a noticable ignition noise on am band of oem radio in the above
vehicle. what is the fix? i know this has to have been a problem for
bunches of owners! if you know, please be specific on where and how the
fix is placed......

regards

 

Hi,

I have the same problem with my '96 850 sedan (Australian version). I also
had the same problem with my previous car, a Volvo 740. Cleaning the paint
from the underneath of the area where the antenna mounts, so that the
mounting hardware can make a good electrical connection to the chassis
normally helps in this situation.

It made a really big difference to my 740. I tried the same with the 850,
with an improvement but not entirely eliminated.

I rubbed a smear of grease on the bare metal cleaned of paint to
prevent/reduce rusting.

I too would be interested if anyone has a complete cure for this.

Regards
Barry

 

Hello:

Have a look at this link:
http://www.ccrane.com/library/car-radio-reception.11.11.02.aspx

I do know how to solve your problem but he does as well and I'm saving
a few minutes in a busy day. Should you have any questions please
repost and I'll be happy to answer them.

Cheerio,

Doc