GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

XMâ„¢ Activation

Important: After replacement of an XMâ„¢ receiver, call XMâ„¢ 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. Radio ON, tune to the XMâ„¢ channel 0 and record the radio ID. The radio ID will be required for activation of the new receiver.
  2. Call XMâ„¢ radio to deactivate the faulty receiver and activate the new receiver.
  3. • US: 1-800-556-3600
    • Canada: 1-877-438-9677
  4. Park the vehicle outside in an area with an unobstructed view of the southern sky.
  5. Leave the vehicle outside with the ignition switch in the ACC position and the radio ON for 30 minutes to activate XMâ„¢ service.
  6. Once activated, the radio will receive the remaining XMâ„¢ channels.