Error code: XM NO SIGNAL or XM LOADING is displayed (without navigation)
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NOTE:
- Check the vehicle battery condition first (see BATTERY TEST )
- Check the connectors for poor connection or loose terminals
- Check for other error codes (see ERROR CODES , and check the XM Antenna Signal Reception Level (see XM SIGNAL RECEPTION LEVEL INDICATION MODE ).
- Park the vehicle outside with a clear view of the southern horizon
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode
- Check for other XM error codes (see XM error codes under ERROR CODES ).
Are there other XM error codes displayed?
YES -Go to ERROR CODES .
NO -Go to 4
- Turn on the audio unit, and select XM radio.
Does the XM radio receive a signal?
YES -Reception interference operation is normal
NO -Go to 5
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode
- Check the XM antenna 2P connector and AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) connector B (2P)
Are the connectors connected?
YES -Go to step 7
NO -Reconnect the XM antenna 2P connector and XM receiver connector B (2P), and recheck the XM radio operation. If the signal is restored, the system is OK. If the signal is not restored, go to step 7.
- Substitute a known-good XM antenna (see XM Antenna Replacement ).
Does the XM radio receive a signal?
YES -Replace original XM antenna (see XM Antenna Replacement ).
NO -Substitute a known-good XM antenna lead. If the XM receiver receives signal, replace the original XM antenna lead. If the XM receiver does not receive a signal, (see XM Receiver Removal/Installation ).