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Hi, I bought a used 2007 Passat Wagon that has an satellite radio.   I have an XM account and called them to activate the radio.  There's no sound on the satellite setting, but all of the other radio/CD/iPod functions are ok.  When I crank the volume on the satellite settings, I can hear a hiss, but no audio signal.  The display shows different stations and the songs, but no sound.  Any suggestions?
Thanks!

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In that vehicle if you use the dice electronics or the usa spec ipod interface, in order for the audio to work we find the satellite radio and cut the audio cables and in its place we solder the audio cables from the ipod interface,
to add the ipod you lose the xm

most likely that is the problem and someone cut them for the ipod

pull the radio and remove the ipod interface, you will have to put 3 cables back on the satellite plug
good luck  

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Please year and model of the vehicle i need all the details I'am a car electronics installer with 23 years of experience. I'am very familiar with installations of in-dash head units,factory head units, factory car audio, hands-free phone kits, auxiliary audio inputs and iPod iPhone interface integration and security systems if you need any help with your factory stereo, or how to add auxiliary audio or listen to your ipod android in the vehicle I currently have a MECP Master Installation Technician certification. My answers are based on my experience in vehicles and my knowledge of automotive electronics I don't put much emphasis on brand names; you won't often find me putting down a brand or pushing one on dont send me a list of what brands i like better sorry i can not help you with aftermarket or vehicles that are not in the u.s.a also video and security

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