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Removal Procedure

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    IMPORTANT: Do NOT swap digital radio receivers between vehicles. Swapping digital receivers between vehicles will activate the digital radio Theftlock®, and "XM Theftlock®" will display.
  1. Remove the right side junction block from the instrument panel (I/P). Refer to Instrument Panel Electrical Center or Junction Block Replacement - Right in Wiring Systems.

    Do not disconnect the electrical connectors.

  2. Lower the I/P compartment door to the full open position.
  3. From the junction block opening, remove the 2 retaining screws.
  4. Pull the receiver and bracket assembly from the I/P compartment opening.
  5. Fig 1: View Of Digital Radio Receiver & Wire Connector
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  6. Disconnect the wire connector (1).
  7. Disconnect the coaxial cables from the receiver.
  8. Remove the receiver and bracket assembly from the I/P.