Removal Procedure

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Pontiac Vibe. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

IMPORTANT: Do not swap digital radio receivers between vehicles. Swapping digital receivers between vehicles will activate the digital radio Theftlock, "XM Theftlock" will be displayed.

Remove the rear quarter upper trim panel. Refer to Rear Quarter Upper Trim Panel Replacement .

Fig 1: Receiver And Nuts

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Remove the 3 nuts (1, 2, 3) securing the receiver.

Fig 2: Electrical Connectors

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Disconnect the 2 electrical connectors (1, 2).

Fig 3: Receiver Nuts

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Remove the XM receiver.
Remove the 2 nuts (1, 2) securing the bracket to the receiver, remove the bracket if necessary.