Accessories and Optional Equipment: Description and Operation

INFORMATION AND ENTERTAINMENT SYSTEM

NOTE: The smart junction box (SJB) is also known as the generic electronic module (GEM).

Audio Line-Up
The audio system is enabled when the key is in RUN or ACC. The accessory delay function allows the audio control module (ACM) to be operated for a preset period of time after the key has been turned to OFF and a front door has not been opened.

The speakers are powered either directly by the ACM (all except the THX(R) audio system) or by the audio digital signal processing (DSP) module. The subwoofers are powered by their own amplifier (Audiophile) or by the DSP module.

The following audio systems are available:
- Base
- AM/FM single CD with MP3
- 4 speakers

- Mid-Level
- AM/FM single CD with MP3
- 6 speakers

- Premium
- AM/FM 6-CD changer with MP3
- 6 speakers

- Audiophile
- AM/FM 6-CD changer with MP3
- 8 speakers (includes subwoofers)

- THX(R) Audio
- AM/FM 6-CD changer with MP3
- 12 speakers (includes subwoofers and center front/rear speakers)
- DSP module (located on the RH side of the luggage compartment)

- Navigation
- Navigation ACM
- Available with Audiophile or THX(R) audio system

The optional satellite audio system is available with all audio systems. The satellite audio system consists of:
- Satellite digital audio receiver system (SDARS) module (located behind the RH C-pillar trim panel)
- Combination AM/FM/satellite radio antenna (Fusion, Milan)
- Stand-alone satellite radio antenna (MKZ)
- Satellite radio antenna cable

The audio input jack is used to connect a portable MP3 device to the vehicle. When connected, the audio files from the MP3 player can be broadcast through the vehicle speakers.

Antenna

Antenna - Fusion, Milan
The antenna is located at the top-rear of the roof panel. The antenna can be either an AM/FM antenna, or a combination AM/FM/satellite antenna if the vehicle is equipped with satellite audio.

Antenna - MKZ
The AM/FM antenna is located in the rear glass. It cannot be replaced separate from the rear glass.

Satellite Antenna
The satellite antenna is located at the top-rear of the roof panel. The satellite antenna is a stand-alone antenna on the MKZ, and is a combination AM/FM/satellite antenna on the Fusion/Milan.

Antenna Cable
The antenna lead-in cable is connected to the ACM and has an in-line connector (located at the right end of the instrument panel below the glove compartment) to the antenna cable. The antenna cable runs along the passenger side rocker panel within the body main wiring harness, and runs up the passenger side C-pillar to the antenna module (MKZ) or to the antenna (Fusion, Milan).

The antenna and lead-in cables are not removable from the wiring harnesses. If either antenna cable needs to be replaced, cut the ends and leave the cable in the wiring harness. Route the new cable on top of the wiring harness and secure it with wire ties. Do not cut into the wiring harness to remove the existing antenna cable.

Satellite Antenna Cable
The satellite antenna cable is part of the harness. If it is necessary to install a new satellite antenna cable, the new cable should be overlaid on the harness and secured as necessary.

Navigation
The navigation system is integral to the ACM. The ACM controls the operation of the navigation system and the audio system. The system uses a global positioning system (GPS) antenna, a vehicle speed input, and other sensor information to accurately establish the vehicle position. The ACM provides the visual and audible instructions of the maneuvers required to arrive at the pre-entered destination. An audible switch feedback is provided to confirm if an ACM button or a screen button is pressed. The audible switch feedback can be set to ALL, TOUCH SCREEN, or NONE depending on user preference.