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Error Codes

The audio system displays error codes when a problem is detected with the disc changer, the disc, the tape player, the XM radio, or the anti-theft code.

CODE DISPLAY

Error Code Displayed Possible Cause Solution
DISC Cannot read disc. Eject the disc and try another.
DISC ERROR There is a problem with the disc player. A common problem is disc labels coming off the disc in the player. Try to eject the disc and try another one. If there is still a problem replace the audio unit.
DISC FORMAT A disc was inserted that has a format that is not recognized. Eject the disc and try another one.
DISC-H Disc player is hot. This can happen if the vehicle is parked out in the hot sun all day. Park the vehicle in a cooler place for awhile and try the disc player again. If still present try another disc. If still present, replace the audio unit.
LOADING XM radio is acquiring audio or program information. Wait until the radio has received the information.
TAPE ERROR There is a problem with the tape player. Try to eject the tape and try another one. If there is still a problem, replace the audio unit.
XM OFF AIR XM channel not in service. Try another XM channel.
XM NO SIGNAL Loss of signal. Both the terrestrial and satellite antennas have lost signal. Park the vehicle outside with a clear view of the southern horizon.
XM UPDATING XM radio is receiving information update from the network. This message will disappear once the update is done.
XM ANTENNA XM antenna error. Repair the open or short in the terrestrial or satellite antenna. Substitute the XM antenna and recheck. If the error is gone, replace the antenna. If error is still present, replace the antenna harness.
- No signal from XM. Check another known-good vehicle with XM radio. If the known-good vehicle has the same symptom, contact XM at (800) 852-9696.
ERR1 Anti-theft code mismatch (1st try). Enter the correct anti-theft code.
ERRE Anti-theft code mismatch (10th try). Remove fuse No. 5 (20 A) in the under-dash fuse/relay box, then reinsert it. You will have 10 more tries to enter the correct anti-theft code.