Commander 2WD V8-4.7L (2008)
Blue Sirius Backseat Tv Tuning Box Displayed With Buffer Bar Empty - Different Displays
Blue Sirius Backseat Tv Tuning Box Displayed With Buffer Bar Empty. No Change In Display, This Logo Is Continuously Displayed And Does Not
Change. (No Flicker, No Green Flash, No Reset Occurs)
NOTE:
Empty buffer bar usually indicates no signal condition or faulty antenna. Watch screen for 5 minutes to look for any reset activity or display change.
1.
Using a Scan Tool (StarSCAN(R)) with the appropriate Diagnostic Procedures available in TechCONNECT, verify all Audio Systems are
functioning as designed. If DIG's are present record them on the repair order and repair as necessary before proceeding further with this bulletin.
2.
Select SAT video mode on radio and VES.
3.
Does the radio display "Acquiring Signal"?
a.
Yes >>> Proceed to Step # 4
b.
No >>> Proceed to Step # 9.
4.
Select SAT audio mode on radio and VES.
5.
Does the radio display "Acquiring Signal" and audio not functioning?
a.
Yes >>> Sirius antenna signal is obstructed. Drive vehicle to open view of sky or test another Sirius module for signal presence in area.
b.
No >>> Proceed to Step # 6.
6.
Does the radio display "No Signal" and audio not functioning?
a.
Yes >>> Proceed to Step # 7.
b.
No >>> Proceed to Step # 8.
7.
Troubleshoot yellow and green SAT audio antenna connection and wiring for source of SAT audio antenna signal loss. Trace green wire all the
way to radio. Trace yellow wire to SAT audio antenna, if OK replace rear antenna. After repair, start over at Step # 2 as this is a SAT audio
problem only and does not solve initial SATV issue.
8.
If SAT audio works normal but SATV is not, read DTC's for SATV within 10 seconds after ignition on. Is B1539 (SATV Antenna DTC) active?
a.
Yes >>> Troubleshoot brown SATV antenna connection and wiring for source of antenna signal loss. If wiring is OK, replace front antenna.
Repair is complete. Verify operation.
b.
No >>> Proceed to Step # 13.
9.
Call Sirius and have subscription updated/verified. Is the radio a REQ?
a.
Yes >>> Proceed to Step # 10.
