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Error Codes

The audio system displays error codes when a problem is detected with the CD changer, the audio disc, the XM radio, or the anti-theft code.

CD Error Codes

CD ERROR CODES

Error Code Displayed	Possible Cause	Solution
DISC	Cannot read disc.	Eject the disc and try another one.
DISC ERROR	There is a problem with the disc player. A common problem is disc labels coming off the disc while in the player.	Try to eject the disc and try another one. If there is still a problem, replace the audio unit.
DISC FORMAT	A disc was inserted that has a format that is not recognized.	Eject the disc, and try another one.
DISC-H	Disc player is hot. This can happen if the vehicle is parked out in the hot sun all day.	Park the vehicle in a cooler place for a while and try the disc player again. If the error code is still present, try another disc. If the error code is still present, replace the audio unit.

XM Error Codes

XM ERROR CODES

Error Code Displayed	Possible Cause	Solution
XM LOADING	XM radio is acquiring audio or program information.	Wait until the radio receives the information.
XM OFF AIR	XM channel not in service.	Try another XM channel.
XM NO SIGNAL	Loss of signal.	Both terrestrial and satellite antennas have lost signal. Park the vehicle outside with a clear view of the southern horizon.
XM UPDATING	XM radio is receiving information update from the network.	This message will disappear once the update finishes.
XM ANTENNA	XM antenna error.	Repair open or short in the terrestrial or satellite antenna. Substitute the XM antenna and recheck. If the error is gone, replace the original XM antenna. If the error is still present, replace the antenna lead.
--	No signal from XM.	Check a known-good vehicle with XM radio. If the known-good vehicle has the same symptoms, contact XM Satellite Radio at (800) 852-9696.

Audio Unit Error Codes

AUDIO UNIT ERROR CODES

Error Code Displayed	Possible Cause	Solution
ERR1	Anti-theft code mismatch (1^st try).	Enter the correct anti-theft code.
ERRE	Anti-theft code mismatch (10^th try).	Remove fuse No. 5 (10A) in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box, then reinsert it. You will have 10 more tries to enter the correct anti-theft code.