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Error Code: XM Antenna Is Displayed

Error code: XM ANTENNA is displayed

NOTE:
- Check the vehicle battery condition first.
- Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.

1. Check the connector at the XM receiver (without AcuraLink) or the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) (with AcuraLink).

Is the connector connected?

YES - Go to step 2.

NO - Reconnect the connector. If the error message does not go away, go to step 2.

2. Check the connector at the XM antenna.

Is the connector connected?

YES - Go to step 3.

NO - Reconnect the connector. If the error message does not go away, go to step 3.

3. Substitute a known-good XM antenna.

Is the error message gone?

YES - Replace the XM antenna.

NO - Substitute a known-good XM antenna lead and recheck. If the XM receiver or AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) receives a signal, replace the original XM antenna lead. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the XM receiver or AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver).