gcatal01

I need to activate the"XM" port on my 2005 with factory Bose, "XM" cable but no "XM" receiver. I have been able to locate a SIR-GM! receiver and an OEM "XM" receiver. Can I use either unit to activate the "XM" port, I know I will actually have to get someone with a TECH II to program the radio?? Thanks for any input.

markcz

Since you already have the SIR-GM1 you can see if just plugging it in will activate the radio's XM feature, maybe you'll get lucky.

There's a link in the C6 audio sticky thread for how to replace the oem XM box w/ new SIR-GM1, it has good pics for what to look for.

gcatal01

I appreciate the reply, but I guess my original question wasn't clear. I have located both units, but haven't purchased either of them and I am trying to find which unit would be best, for the first time activation?

markcz

Flip a coin. Look at program options to decide if you want Sirius or XM, not much difference these days except for the free sports that come with each service (unless that's all the same now too, I haven't checked for a while).

Does your car have the wires/plug at the rear wheel hump for the sat box? If not, may be expensive to add either.

Don't buy a used oem XM box, they get 'married' to the first HU they're plugged in to and can't be reprogrammed AFAIK.

gcatal01

Thanks for the reply, I did locate the Delphi 16 pin cable, where the "XM" receiver should be mounted. Also, I ordered the SIR-GM1 unit and made an appointment with my dealer to program the radio. I will update if successful. The reason I am going thru this hassle is to get an "Aux" port, into my radio, for adding a "Bluetooth" unit.

1bdvet

You might of found better way with aftermarket radio and xm receiver.
This what Installed in my 05 with all the bells and whistles. Love talking on the phone using bluetooth.

gcatal01

Just to follow up on my quest to activate the "XM" port, on my radio. I purchased and installed the SIR-GM1 XM module. Took my car along with the TECH II "Programming" instructions, I found on the web,to activate the port, to my local GM Dealer. After 1Hour they gave up and said they couldn't find the "XM" port option, but if I wanted to leave my car they would call GM and see if there was an "Updated" VCIM module, that might work. I said thanks but NO Thanks, took my car and left.

GuLuMoNeY

any update on this? I'm in the same situation. I have already installed an ISimple and purchased a sirius sir-gm1 but nothing happened when i plugged it into the xm satellite port. still no xm option. I have a non nav non xm bose 6 disc in dash. please help!

thank you VERY MUCH for your help.

GuLuMoNeY

so, i was able to get my xm port activated so i may use my Isimple i installed. I love it! i think the sound quality is great via bluetooth!

gcatal01

I would appreciate any information, you could provide, regarding how your XM port was activated ?? Thanks

GuLuMoNeY

Hey! click the link below. I replied in a post of what i did, it should be on the last page unless someone else posts after me. If you have any other questions let me know. Thanks and good luck!

https://www.corvetteforum.com/forums...5-13-c6-6.html