XM Activation
Important: After replacement of an XM receiver, call XM radio to deactivate the receiver that has been removed from the vehicle.
- 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 receiver.
- From the USA, Call XM radio at 1-800-556-3600 to activate the receiver. From Canada, call 1-877-438-9677.
- Park the vehicle outside in an area with an unobstructed view of the southern sky.
- Leave the vehicle outside with the ignition switch in the ACC position and the radio on for 30 minutes to activate XM service.
- Once activated, the radio will receive the remaining XM channels.