Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Selecting a PTY
The LEVEL + or - buttons can be used to scroll through the list of available program types (PTY). Press the PTY button, followed by the LEVEL + or - buttons to scroll through the available program types. When the desired PTY is shown on the display, press the TUNE/SEEK or SCAN button twice. The radio will seek the next station of that type.
| Radio Display Message | Condition |
|---|---|
| XM Updating | Updating encryption code |
| No XM Signal | Loss of signal |
| Loading XM | Acquiring channel audio (after 4 second delay) |
| Channel Off Air | Channel not in service |
| Channel Unavail | Channel no longer available |
| No Artist Info | Artist Name/Feature not available |
| No Title Info | Song/Program Title not available |
| No CAT Info | Category name not available |
| Not Found | No channel available for the chosen category |
| No Information | No text/informational message available |
| XM Theftlocked | Theft Lock active |
| XM Radio ID | Electronic serial number (ESN) channel 0 |
| Unknown | Radio ID not known (should only be if hardware failure |
| Check XM Receiver | Hardware failure |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.