Dodge Ram Truck 1500-2500-3500. Manual — part 267

RECEIVER-SATELLITE

DESCRIPTION

The satellite receiver for the regular cab is located
behind the center seat on the floor.

The satellite receiver for the quad cab is located in the
right rear corner of the cab, on the floor.

OPERATION

The satellite receiver module receives signals from the roof mounted antenna and processes this information before
it is sent to the radio. The module operates on both battery feed circuits and CAN bus messages. It will operate with
the ignition key in the run or accessory position only.

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REMOVAL

NOTE:
If the owner’s satellite service was active before the satellite receiver module was replaced the new satellite
receiver module will have to be activated. The existing satellite receiver module will have to be deactivated
before the replacement satellite receiver module can be activated.
To activate Sirius satellite radio service, call Sirius at their toll-free number. Please have the following infor-
mation available when activating a system:

•

Electronic Serial Number / Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) of the unit to be replaced

•

ESN/SID of the replacement receiver

•

Vehicle Owner’s name and address

•

VIN
The ESN/SID number can be obtained through the radio display by following the steps in the satellite
radio owners manual.
The vehicle must be outside with the audio system powered on, in the satellite radio mode, to receive the
activation signal.

REGULAR CAB

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.

2. Place front passenger seat in the forward position.

3. Remove the mounting fasteners.

4. Disconnect the antenna cable and electrical har-

ness connectors.

5.

Remove the satellite receiver.

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QUAD CAB

1. Disconnect and isolate the battery negative cable.

2. Remove the mounting fasteners.

3. Disconnect the antenna cable and electrical har-

ness connectors.

4. Remove the satellite receiver

.

INSTALLATION

REGULAR CAB

NOTE:
If the owner’s satellite service was active before the satellite receiver was replaced, the new satellite
receiver will have to be activated. The existing satellite receiver will have to be deactivated before the
replacement satellite receiver can be activated.
To activate Sirius satellite radio service, call Sirius at their toll-free number. Please have the following infor-
mation available when activating a system:

•

Electronic Serial Number / Sirius Identification Number (ESN/SID) of the unit to be replaced

•

ESN/SID of the replacement receiver

•

Vehicle Owner’s name and address

•

VIN
The ESN/SID number can be obtained through the radio display by following the steps in the satellite
radio owners manual.
The vehicle must be outside with the audio system powered on, in the satellite radio mode, to receive the
activation signal.

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1. Connect antenna cable and electrical harness con-

nector to receiver.

2. Position module and install mounting fasteners.

Tighten fasteners.

3. Connect battery negative cable.

QUAD CAB

1. Connect antenna cable and electrical harness con-

nector to receiver.

2. Position receiver and install mounting fasteners.

Tighten fasteners.

3. Connect battery negative cable.

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