Radio, Stereo, and Compact Disc: Testing and Inspection

Satellite Radio, Activating

When using for first time or when replacing Satellite Radio (R146) tuner, it must be enabled (activated) by the provider (XM or Sirius).

The subscription and application for activation can coincide with submission of all necessary data (US postal address, credit card number, radio ID (XM) or SID (Sirius)) to the provider's call center.

Only SIRIUS:

SIRIUS sends the activation sequence 6 times within the first hour after apply for the activation. If no successful activation results, another activation sequence must be requested at the SIRIUS call center.

Requirements:

• Customer has subscribed to XM or Sirius.

• Satellite Radio is installed and connected.

• Radio/Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module (J401) is adapted/coded accordingly.

• Ignition switched on.

Procedure:

- Switch on Radio/Navigation System with CD Drive Control Module and select Satellite Radio reception range.

- Try to receive free channels in the XM (e.g. channel 1) or Sirius band (channel 184 only).

- Change location.

If free channels can be received clearly, the activation information sent by the provider (XM or Sirius) can also be received clearly.

A poor reception situation can prevent a successful activation even though activation information is being broadcast. In this case, vehicle location must be changed (an activation is also possible while vehicle is moving). There are e.g. workshops, garages, parking buildings, underground garages, fuel filling stations with extensive roofs and all other parking areas with signal shadows must be avoided.