Error Code: XM Antenna Is Displayed (Without AcuraLink)

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

Error code: XM ANTENNA is displayed (without AcuraLink)

NOTE:

- Check the vehicle battery condition first Battery Test.
- Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.

1. Check the connector at the 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 AM/FM/XM antenna.

Is the connector connected?

YES -

Go to step 4.

NO -

Reconnect the connector(s). If the error message does not go away, go to step 4.

3. Check for other XM error codes.

Are there other XM error codes displayed?

YES -

Go to error codes.

NO -

Go to step 4.

4. Substitute a known-good AM/FM/XM antenna AM/FM/XM Antenna Replacement.

Is the error message gone?

YES -

Replace the AM/FM/XM antenna AM/FM/XM Antenna Replacement.

NO -

Go to step 5.

5. Substitute a known-good XM receiver XM Receiver Removal / Installation.

Is the error message gone?

YES -

Substitute a known-good XM antenna lead, and recheck. If the XM receiver receives a signal, replace the original XM antenna lead. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the original XM receiver XM Receiver Removal / Installation.

NO -

Replace the XM antenna lead.