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XM Activation

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IMPORTANT: After replacement of an XM receiver, call XM radio to deactivate the receiver that has been removed from the vehicle. The vehicle must be parked in view of a satellite within 24 hours after an activation call.
  1. Turn the radio ON, tune to the XM channel 0, and record the radio ID. The radio ID will be needed for activation of the new receiver.
  2. Call XM radio at 1-800-556-3600 to deactivate the faulty receiver and activate the new receiver.
  3. Park the vehicle outside in an area with an unobstructed view of the southern sky.
  4. Leave the vehicle outside with the ignition switch in the ACC position and the radio on for 30 minutes to activate XM service.
  5. Once activated, the radio will receive the remaining XM channels.