Circuit/System Description
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When an OnStar® keypress is made, a serial data message is sent to the audio system to mute all radio functions and output OnStar® originated audio. After the audio system is muted, the communication interface module (CIM) transmits signals to the audio system on the audio signal and audio common circuits.