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DTC B224D: XM/Satellite Digital Audio Radio Service Antenna Faults (Shorted Or Open)

DTC detecting condition  :

An XM antenna fault (open/short circuit) occurs.

Trouble symptom  :

SXM is not received.

CAUTION: Before performing diagnosis, refer to "CAUTION" in "General Description"  . Ref. to COCKPIT CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>GENERAL DESCRIPTION>CAUTION .
  1. CHECK DTC  .
    1. Using the Subaru Select Monitor, perform the clear memory of [Cockpit Control]. Ref. to COMMON (DIAGNOSTICS)>CLEAR MEMORY .
    2. Turn the ignition switch OFF → ON.
    3. Read the DTC of [Cockpit Control] using the Subaru Select Monitor. Ref. to COCKPIT CONTROL (DIAGNOSTICS)>DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) .

    Is DTC B224D displayed? (Current code)

    Yes:  Go to  2.

    No:  Even if DTC is displayed, the circuit has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis again.

    NOTE: In this case, temporary poor contact of connector, temporary open or short circuit of harness may be the cause.
  2. CHECK XM CONDITION  .

    Select station in the condition where XM is received.

    Is XM broadcasting received?

    Yes:  Even if DTC is displayed, the circuit has returned to a normal condition at this time. Reproduce the failure, and then perform the diagnosis again.

    NOTE: In this case, temporary poor contact of connector, temporary open or short circuit of harness may be the cause.

    No:  Go to  3.

  3. CHECK ANTENNA  .

    Visually check the antenna and check the connectors.

    Is the check result OK?

    Yes:  Replace the cockpit control module. Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>COCKPIT DISPLAY .

    No:  Replace the antenna. Ref. to ENTERTAINMENT & MONITORING>ANTENNA .