Error Code: XM Antenna Is Displayed (With AcuraLink)

Audio System Symptom Troubleshooting - Error code: XM ANTENNA is displayed

Error code: XM ANTENNA is displayed (with AcuraLink)

NOTE:

- Check the vehicle battery condition first Battery Test.
- Check the connectors for poor connection or loose terminals.
- If you replace the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver), the AcuraLink must be reactivated by Acura Client Services.
- Check for other error codes, and check the XM Antenna Signal Reception Level.

1. Check the connector at the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver).

Is the connector connected?

YES -

Go to step 2.

NO -

Reconnect the connector(s). 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(s). If the error message does not go away, go to step 3.

3. Substitute a known-good XM antenna Service and Repair.

Is the error message gone?

YES -

Replace the original XM antenna Service and Repair.�

NO -

Go to step 4.

4. Substitute a known-good AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Removal/Installation.

Is the error message gone?

YES -

Update the AcuraLink control unit Programming and Relearning. If it does not have the latest software, then recheck. If the software is the latest, substitute a known-good XM antenna lead, and recheck. If the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) receivers a signal, replace the original XM antenna lead. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the original AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Removal/Installation.�

NO -

Replace the XM antenna lead.�