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    emsprius New Member

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    Hello everyone!

    I bought a new Prius v about 6 weeks ago, and was wondering if anyone else had this issue:

    I can hear my FM radio loud and clear, even when the volume is at about 8. When I switch to AM, I can barely hear anything. It isn't static or anything, but I have to turn the volume to about 30+ to be able to hear it.

    Not sure if I need to get this checked out or if this is normal??

    Thanks!!
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    rjparker Member

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    did your dealer screw on the antenna to the satellite stub? fm will work without it, am won't
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    CLUBGUY Member

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    Took delivery of our "v" on 3/10....AM volume is somewhat like yours...
    did anyone at your end figure it out...????
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    Randyneely New Member

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    same thing here....am vol sucks
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    zebelkhan Member in good standing

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    AM volume on mine is also very low compared to FM, iPOD, CD, and phone. I wonder if there is an internal adjustment that could be made.
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    Daren Janes New Member

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    Did anyone find a solution for this? I have the exact same issue. Fairly annoying when switching back and forth.
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    Mine was weak until I put on a longer antenna from an earlier 08 Prius. Secondly, my radio will remember the volume settings used last in that mode. I have a Aux In device that requires 55 while the XM is set around 30, both for Highway driving. I also have the automatic sound level adjust on high.
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    Mac Prius Mod Junkie

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    In general, AM volume and clarity will be lower and less than FM. I have the sharkfin antenna and while AM volume is lower than FM, I dont have the huge disparity you are reporting.

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