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For 1990-2009 cars only

If you have a radio with CD (MP3), or a radio with a Six-Disc CD, you will receive these radio messages.

Radio Display Message

Condition

Action Required

XL (Explicit Language Channels)

XL on the radio display, after the channel name, indicates content with explicit language.

These channels, or any others, can be blocked at a customer's request, by calling 1-800-852-XMXM (9696).

Updating

Updating encryption code

The encryption code in the receiver is being updated, and no action is required. This process should take no longer than 30 seconds.

No Signal

Loss of signal

The system is functioning correctly, but the vehicle is in a location that is blocking the XM™ signal. When the vehicle is moved into an open area, the signal should return.

Loading XM

Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay)

The radio system is acquiring and processing audio and text data. No action is needed. This message should disappear shortly.

CH Off Air

Channel not in service

This channel is not currently in service. Tune to another channel.

CH Unavail

Channel no longer available

This previously assigned channel is no longer assigned. Tune to another station. If this station was one of the presets, choose another station for that preset button.

No Info

Artist Name/Feature not available

No artist information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.

No Info

Song/Program Title not available

No song title information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.

No Info

Category Name not available

No category information is available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.

No Info

No Text/Informational message available

No text or informational messages are available at this time on this channel. The system is working properly.

Not Found

No channel available for the chosen category

There are no channels available for the selected category. The system is working properly.

XM Locked

Theft lock active

The XM™ receiver in your vehicle may have previously been in another vehicle. For security purposes, XM™ receivers cannot be swapped between vehicles. If this message is received after having your vehicle serviced, check with your GM dealer.

Radio ID

Radio ID label (channel 0)

If tuned to channel 0, this message will alternate with the XM™ Radio eight-digit radio ID label. This label is needed to activate the service.

Unknown

Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure)

If this message is received when tuned to channel 0, there may be a receiver fault. Consult with your GM dealer.

Chk XMRcvr

Hardware failure

If this message does not clear within a short period of time, the receiver may have a fault. Consult with your GM dealer.