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AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Removal/Installation




AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Removal/Installation

With AcuraLink

1. Remove the center console Center Console Removal / Installation.

2. Remove the HandsFreeLink control unit Service and Repair.

3. Remove the audio-navigation unit Audio-Navigation Unit Removal/Installation.

4. Remove the bolts (A), and loosen the bolt (B).





5. Pull the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) (C) out, then disconnect the connectors (D) from the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver), and detach the clips.

6. Install the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) in the reverse order of removal.

NOTE: If you replaced the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) make sure it has the latest software Programming and Relearning.

7. Call XM Radio to update the client's account with the new XM/HIP serial number. Also call Acura Client Services to reactivate the AcuraLink.