xm radio say"no signal" one day ,the next day it works . What gives?

[Subject]
xm radio say"no signal" one day ,the next day it works . What gives?
[Question]

Jeff M @ 2009-08-05 09:15:05

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You probably didn't have a signal one day.

The Vineman @ 2009-08-05 09:18:18

Your antenna is probably failing. XM is garbage, I threw my unit out after a month because of the awful reception.

pfat @ 2009-08-05 09:18:39

Since it is a satellite service, the problem could be weather related. Did you have stormy weather one day and sunny skies the next?

Bandit-05 @ 2009-08-05 09:42:29

You are just out of the range of the satellites. You see, the satellites are in geostationary orbit above the world's equator, not right above your car. When you go through a bush or a forest, the connection between you and the satellite is lost. There has to be a constant connection with no interference for your XM radio to work.

If the problem persists, call the XM radio hot line at 1-800-XM-RADIO

Chaz @ 2009-08-05 09:50:59

[Subject]
what is the radio unlock code for a 03 grand am?
[Question]

the radio doesn't display loc it dosnt light up only the buttons light up

Brooks @ 2009-08-05 10:14:32

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The codes are different for every individual car. Look at your car's owner manual, it should be in there. If not then you have to take the radio out and copy down the serial number and call the dealership and provide them with that information including your VIN number. (if your radio is stock).

Burberry @ 2009-08-05 10:20:46

Here is how to unlock Delco Theftlock radio that displays "LOC"



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Now you don't have to wait for a tech to respond, here is the 800 number, a dealer code and everything!



Taken from:

http://autoforumz.com/Pontiac-Help-u...pict40505.html



GM DELCO THEFTLOCK RADIO UNLOCK CODE:

1. Press and hold presets 2 and 3 for about 5 to 10 seconds until you

get 3 digits on your display. This is the first 3 of 6 digits you will

need, so write 'em down.



2. After doing step one and writing down the code, immediately press

the AM/FM button to get the last 3 of the 6 numbers you'll need, and write 'em down. (if you wait too long between steps 1 and 2 and the LOC code displays again, just start over).



3. Call this number, it's a prerecorded message, so don't worry about

having to talk to anyone...1-800-537-5140. The voice will ask if

you're calling for Chevy, Pontiac, Cadillac, etc... When you hear him tell you to press "2" for Pontiac, press 206010 and hit the # key. He'll ask you for the 6 digit code that you've written down. Enter that and press the * key. He will then give you a code, and the option to get additional 4 digit codes, but one should be sufficient.



4. Follow the normal procedure in your owners manual for unlocking the radio with your new code...press the hour set button on your radio

until you get the first two numbers of the code, then press the minute set button until you've entered the last two numbers. Immediately press the AM/FM button once the correct code is entered and the code SEC or "secured" will be displayed on the display screen. Now, just turn the radio on, and your ready to roll.



There is an additional step you can take to remove all codes from the

radio and start from scratch by entering your own personalized 4 digit

code so that it won't get you in a pickle again! Just repeat step 4

and you should get a display screen that reads ---. This means the code is out, and you can now program your own code. Of course, once you receive the 4 digit code from the GM recorded message, just keep it in a safe place, because you can use that same code again and again should you have any more problems with it in the future. Good luck, and yes, it does work.



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overnightdeejay @ 2009-08-05 10:42:36

[Subject]
Great quality car audio system for a great price.?
[Question]
Im looking to get a nice audio system for my car, and Im looking around for some good help. I would like for the bass to be incredible, but also I want the music to be consistent in the quality, meaning that I dont want the words of the song or the song itself distorted due to too much bass.

I know that I will have to get new front and rear speakers to make the system sound good because they are just factory and just about blown lol



If someone could guide me to one of the best systems I could buy for a great price (preferably a low one. $500-1000 or so) then that would be great. I would like to have new front and rear speakers, 2 subs, an amp, and a new head unit.



My friend knows a bit about car audio systems, but I dont like to go through him since I know his background and its not a very honest one lol. Im just afraid that he will con me into paying more money than I have to for a shittier system.



Maybe an all in one package would be good, I dont know. Im new to this stuff and if anyone could help me out and educate me more on this subject then that would be wonderful!



If you find a system a little more than $1000, but an enormously better deal than what I could get under $1k, then post it because Im all up for ideas ;)



Thanks

p_man3063 @ 2009-08-05 10:22:22

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you can research all these products on crutchfield.com but don't buy them there to expensive but they will answer all your questions and you get to see them online car stereo.com is pretty descent to buy from the headunit i strongly recommend



pioneer 510ub has 5x more features than most head units cost 160-190

has 7band eq customizable for your interior speakers



interior speakers 3way doors and rear deck 180 watts 90rms should be cool cost for 4 should be about 79-109 a pair



amplifier you will need a 4ch with hi pass 600 - 800 watts cost 240-300

brands fosgate pioneer alpine clarion



amp2 mono class d amp @2ohms 600-1000 watts cost 275-345

brand mtxtc 8001 phoenix gold ryval series alpine mrp1000



woofers 10s or 12s 300w rms each kicker comp i recommend cost 90-120 each

J.r @ 2009-08-05 10:58:25

you can get a good system with 1000 bucks..



Get 2 Alpine Type R subs.. with a kicker alpine or MTX amp...it would need to be around 1000 RMS...

Mitchell C @ 2009-08-05 11:20:09

[Subject]
How come the factory radio of my 03 Grand am wont work now that i reinstalled it?
[Question]
I went to put the factory radio back into my car and now it wont work and i have checked everything and now im stumped
the radio dosnt say loc on it, the screen wont light up but all of the buttons do
i had my aftermarket radio in the car then now im selling the car so i put the stock radio back in the car now it wont do anything

Brooks @ 2009-08-05 10:00:54

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I think that radio needs a security code to work. Check the web to see how to enter the code and make the stereo work again.

Uncle Bo @ 2009-08-05 10:04:43

that is not your factory radio, if you install your old radio back it will turn on

conejote_99 @ 2009-08-05 10:51:49

[Subject]
GPS in Cadillac escalade?
[Question]
Does anybody know how to disable the safety feature on the Cadillac escalade gps? When you drive, you can't type or click on the gps. Please help, it's really annoying!

Chaz @ 2009-08-05 09:45:32

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UM what year? Cause I have a 2008 Escalade truck. I can switch from navigation to music if I wanted to. I can also type into navigation while driving.. That's weird.

checkers4295 @ 2009-08-05 09:49:34

you shouldnt be playing with the GPS when you're driving.





but it should have a feature you click on in settings or preferences whatever cadillac calls it. on mine it was preferences but i dont have a boat, i mean cadillac.

fb22279 @ 2009-08-05 09:50:06