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Digital Radio Receiver Replacement



Digital Radio Receiver Replacement

Removal Procedure






Important: Do NOT exchange digital radio receivers between vehicles. Exchanging digital receivers between vehicles will activate the digital radio Theftlock. XM Theftlock will be displayed.

1. Adjust the left rear compartment trim panel for access. Refer to Rear Compartment Trim Panel Replacement.
2. Remove the receiver bracket nuts.
3. Remove the receiver bracket from the studs.




4. Remove the digital radio receiver nuts.
5. Remove the digital radio receiver from the receiver bracket.
6. Disengage the connection position assurance (CPA) from the electrical connector.
7. Disconnect the electrical connector from the digital radio receiver.
8. Disconnect the antenna connector.
9. Remove the digital radio receiver.

Installation Procedure




1. Connect the antenna connector.
2. Connect the electrical connector.
3. Install the electrical connector CPA.
4. Install the digital radio receiver to the receiver bracket.

Notice: Refer to Fastener Notice.

5. Install the digital radio receiver nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 5 N.m (44 lb in).




6. Align the receiver and bracket assembly to the studs.
7. Install the receiver bracket nuts.

Tighten the nuts to 4 N.m (35 lb in).

8. Install the left rear compartment trim panel.
9. Perform the setup procedure for the digital radio receiver. Refer to Programming and Relearning for programming and setup information. Programming and Relearning