Finally fixed the Infiniti G37 XM Radio Reception!!

Having this same issue? Comment below, let me know what year and model car you have?
Before purchasing my 2012 G37, I had never owned a car with satellite radio. After purchasing the car, I had notice the satellite reception would cut out, randomly and in wide open areas like open highways/streets. I gave this product a try in hopes that it would at least improve signal drop outs and I am happy to report that it has. It is not perfect as I still get some signal loss but it is nowhere near as frequent as it was before. Hope this helps. Please note that if you have navigation + bose than you will have to tap into either the back of the radio or take apart the interior rear driver panel. If you need more information, you could find good information here: www.myg37.com/...
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[@Miamig37]

Protip! and sorry I left this out of the video: Adding a metal plate under this new antenna will help further improve reception. Something like this will do: www.homedepot.com/p/Steel-City-4-in-Square-Metal-Electrical-Box-Flat-Cover-52C1-50R/205124442 If you have Nav + Bose you will have to tap into either the back of the radio or take apart the interior rear driver panel. If you need more information, you could find good information here: www.myg37.com/forums/audio-video-and-electronics/294610-xm-antenna.html

[@juscratchinmaballs]

Did you end up adding the metal plate? Did you even need it or was the antenna alone enough? Also, how would you suggest placing the metal plate w antenna on top of it so they dont slide around when taking turns? Thanks.

[@Miamig37]

Yes, I did add the plate. The antenna has a strong magnet on the bottom of it so it was easy to attach the metal plate to it. The plate did not fly around much but just in case you could zip tie it to the car seat anchors that I noticed on the rear deck. The reception has improved but I still get some signal loss, just not as frequent as before and not as long.

[@tonedobe4626]

Great video! Just picked up a 2017 Q50 in Miami and had the same problem all the way back to Fort Myers. Do you think this will work for me? Thanks.

[@tonedobe4626]

Can I remove the old antenna and replace it with the new one? It looks like the cover in the ceiling could be popped off, the antenna cover possibly removed and the new one installed there. The cable could then be fished under the headliner and then into the trunk.

[@tituskonso1426]

npol

[@jackiestewart7520]

Thanks for posting this. I have this exact problem and was planning on trying to track it down myself. I was sure it was a bad connection not a poor quality antenna. You just saved me hours!

[@JALNIN66]

Very helpful. I have a 2012 G37x sedan. Asked the local stereo shop to upgrade the antennae. After making an appt and dropping it off they said they couldn't do it. Ugh. I knew there had to be a way. Looking forward to trying this. Getting sick of paying for something I can barely listen to.

[@MoparFrog]

Thank you for this! I purchased my 2013 G37 last week as a daily driver and couldn't believe how useless the satellite reception was.

[@Miamig37]

Glad it helped

[@derekjustin09]

Same issue different car. Thanks for the help

[@elderfrankgordonjr.1537]

Thanks. This worked. Rode through areas where the signal would cut out or drop and it was clear as a midnight sky.

[@Miamig37]

Awesome! Glad it helped.

[@rickdavis8308]

You are brilliant! Thank you! I have had the same problem on my 4Runner and like you i thought it was because of obstructions but it has gotten worse! Thank you a million times over. I plan to do the same and post after I have fixed it!

[@Miamig37]

You're welcome!

[@michaelwilliams4428]

I have only owned Sirius external radios and they have strength meters. I know of 2 areas that lose all of the signals. I used to travel the LA freeway on top of the rest of the roads. Nothing over every day or night. I used to run the cable for the magnetic antenna on the roof of the 1994 Toyota Celica GT. Another case where in Tucson driving in the far right lane exit to the southbound I 19 freeway. Same Sirius-type radio with the meter. The Signal died for about 10 seconds at 60 mph. The antenna was on the roof bolted down (home use unit) and cable down through the roof and across the headliner and down the door jam. and to the Sirius receiver in the front of the console. A lot of black silicone kept the weather out. I used cooking oil to keep it sticking to my finger. A rag was handy.

[@mileswatkins2162]

Thank you !

[@flipmode00]

Wow I have never had this kinda problem with mine,but when it come I will know what to do tks for the heads up. Keep up the good work.

[@Miamig37]

You're lucky flip!

[@nathanevans2846]

WOW!!!!! THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO

[@juscratchinmaballs]

Awesome video. Very helpful tips and guide. You gained a new subscriber! :D I'm gonna try the Terk xmicro2 in my '10 sedan (w/o nav) and hopefully it solves the frustrating signal loss that shouldnt even be happening in the first place. Thanks for the informative video and links to products.

[@dickoconnell1000]

I am on a 2012 G 37S sedan. For the last two years my Sirius XM radio has been cutting in and out occasionally. In the last four months it has been cutting in and out 2 to 3 times a minute. I called the Infiniti dealer and we’re looking at somewhere in the neighborhood of $500 for the repair.

[@Miamig37]

Jeez! pricey!

[@bradenwhite4356]

This is so helpful. Thanks brother

[@LennyG-TPFL]

Finally fixed is right! Can't believe how easy this was after driving my 2012 G37 for years with such crappy satellite reception. Hey Infiniti, how about a recall just to replace a component that is not customer friendly? The pink fakra plug is the one I had to use-to match the one in the car's trunk. The curry is not comaptible with the stock pink connector. Thanks to Miami?g37 for this helpful video. Years ago, if I remember correctly, the dealer quoted me somewhere around $400 to replace a crap component that the manufacturer used. Probably my first and last Infiniti......

[@barryhorton2503]

My 2012 does the exact same thing

[@nonameisthename138]

That's some nice info to have. I have the 2012 also. But mine is the coupe. The FEW times I have used mine, I didn't have an issue. But I mostly don't use it. I'm using my ipod classic or just listening to the radio.. Great work though..

[@Miamig37]

Consider your self lucky because apparently it's hit or miss and since i use it a lot, I hate the signal cutting out!

[@larrykrapf8182]

My 2007 expedition limited has everything in the radio radio works fine. XM was working shut the car off XM won’t come back on called XM they said will send you another signal. Nothing comes up satellite failure. Is there module or is it the antenna is driving me nuts.

[@jayjordan9301]

I own a 2010 G37 with no navigation or Sirius subsciption. My Bose radio goes static on all stations in certain areas. Do you think the Terk antenna will work for me? If so I will look for the pink connection in the trunk. Thanks. Great video.

[@kerjab9]

Why a person has to do that you pay all that money infinity should have addressed the problem

[@maverickcaldwell6085]

Yes it does

[@markkeller4277]

thank you, it worked for me - don't have navigation and got the xm antennae for around $17 - my local mechanic wanted to charge $400 (to be fair would be replacing the sharkfin) and the dealer $1800!! (not kidding). one question - I get a check antenna message on my dash, I assume because the new one is not OEM, any idea how to get rid of this message?

[@tubedeuce29]

How did you hide the wires

[@BangMusikBeats]

How about the XM connection error? It stops my Bluetooth Connection from connecting on Startup (after being turned off for a few hours) for about 30 minutes to an Hour and the Radio wont shut off while trying to connect.

[@edgrant3994]

Thanks. I have a 2009 M35X and this worked great... One question, I was told my Amp is shot... the sound it tinny sounding but was getting that way before the antenna went bad..

[@jamesofalltrades4359]

The antenna is trash in the m37 too. Nissan have crap antennas

[@wayne3340]

Thanks for the video, very good info. Does it have any effect on your FM reception?

[@Miamig37]

None.

[@wayne3340]

@@Miamig37 great, thanks

[@woolybooly6859]

Great video...I have a 2012 G37 Journey sedan with Bose and Nav... I was looking for that pink connector for the XM antenna in the trunk. I'm not seeing it. Any suggestions? Thanks again.

[@Miamig37]

If you have Nav + Bose you will have to tap into either the back of the radio or take apart the left rear passenger panel. If you need more information, you could find good information here: www.myg37.com/forums/audio-video-and-electronics/294610-xm-antenna.html

[@woolybooly6859]

@@Miamig37 Thanks for the quick response!!! ... and the link...I'll check it out.

[@woolybooly6859]

XM update...ordered the antenna on eBay (Satellite superstore in FL) then had my car audio guy install it. (less than 1 hour) Bottom line, everything works GREAT! Been driving around now for 3 days and no lost signal. Huge THANKS for the info.. Have a great New Year!!

[@Miamig37]

@@woolybooly6859 that's great man! I'm trying to make relevant content and share what I know and what I've been doing to my car in hopes that it helps.

[@ThEJaviViP]

Ironically never hand an issue with my g37 with xm..I've only had a new q50 for 6 months and in the last month my xm signal is always weak. Non stop skipping :(

[@paulvpepe1888]

I just got a 2011 M37X it has 106000 miles. The car is awesome . Runs and rides great. Its loaded with luxury options and they all work great EXCEPT the satellite radio SUCKS SO BAD it makes me nuts. No obstructions and no obvious reason for the horrible reception on XM. AM/FM work fine. In fact, I started listening to regular radio again because of the unreliable signal reception. Is it as simple as a new antenna or some kind of booster? I hope so.

[@Miamig37]

its a new antenna and while it improves the reception by a lot, there are still two spots where I lose signal. I will say it is much better than before.

[@scottw2]

This install is more complicated if you have nav & bose. The plug attaches to the unit behind the dash. I'm going to try to tap into the connector on the left side of car that the stock antenna connects to.

[@Miamig37]

Someone here asked if they have nav is it the same antenna and I said no based on a diagram I read that shows the nav antenna under the dash, but not the satellite antenna. So are you saying if you have both nav and Bose, both use an antenna behind the center stack?

[@scottw2]

@@Miamig37 From the service manual the pink plug inserts to the back of the head unit in the dash. It then runs along the header to the left rear pillar where it connects to the stock XM antenna. That is where I am going to try to tap in as I don't want to rerun it that far. Nav is a GPS & is not involved in this upgrade.

[@Miamig37]

@@scottw2 where would you place the new antenna though? On your front dash?

[@scottw2]

@@Miamig37 It is already pre wired to the stock one on roof. Just like the one you disconnected. I'm going to put it exactly like you did, rear shelf. Just have to find connector located left of trunk near pillar. If you have access to service manual I can give you page #

[@Miamig37]

@@scottw2 yes, let me check this out. Learn something new everyday

[@idkwhtname2choose]

How do you get the screen to be pink like that

[@RRBX]

My 2008 Infiniti G35X now just says “NO SIGNAL” on my Satellite SXM Radio. My local radio AM/FM stations come in fine. Any ideas?

[@RRBX]

H E L P ?

[@PecanPie1102]

I have a 15 rogue sv with a 3 inch pencil antenna and the reception is very sketchy. How do I change the antenna?

[@ThirdCoastBadBoy]

In my M45 it has a connector with a splitter on it. Not sure if it’s for gps or what. Any advice

[@nikkiabranch4728]

How did you clean it up? How did you run the wire?

[@sanwashington9807]

How did you get the check antenna 📡 message to go off the screen?

[@streaming5350]

Happens all the time to the point I wanna cancel my subscription

[@Miamig37]

Yup! It's not perfect as I still get some dropouts but it's not as frequent and for as long as it was before.

[@lindseyfalvo8365]

Can I use the Delphi XMicro2 antenna instead of TerK?

[@r34_lira90]

I have a 07 g35 sedan and my radio has static in every channel any suggestions?

[@thedude3283]

Hey Bro. Thanks for the info. Question... does this help with the crappy XM sound quality ?

[@Miamig37]

helps with the crappy reception.

[@eloisestevenson992]

Keep getting error no xm signal

[@tonedobe4626]

21 hours ago I assume this applies to my 2017 Q50. Can I remove the old antenna and replace it with the new one? It looks like the cover in the ceiling could be popped off, the antenna cover possibly removed and the new one installed there. The cable could then be fished under the headliner and then into the trunk.

[@ToneKing-rn7ui]

Antenna module(?) is apparently behind and above the radio on the q50. I don’t feel comfortable taking that all apart. Can I just replace the antenna on the roof?

[@hersonvalle]

This happens In my lancer

[@Miamig37]

It is so annoying!

[@dannycortes3972]

I have g37 sedan and I’ve tried connecting my FM transmitter but it’s very static. Do you think this will help or do you have any other ideas maybe ? I’m just wanna listen to my own music but I can’t even do that because all you hear is static when I put music through my phone can anyone help? I’m new to Infiniti cars😭😂

[@Mr.LA562]

You should install paddle shifters 👍

[@Miamig37]

That's the plan!

[@nathanevans2846]

Does this work for the M35X as well

[@ofakile]

I have a 2009 Infiniti G37xS with navigation and Bluetooth and the pink connector for the satellite radio is not in the trunk by box next to the speaker. Can you please assist with letting me where I can locate this connector. Thanks

[@Miamig37]

If you have Nav + Bose you will have to tap into either the back of the radio or take apart the interior rear driver panel. If you need more information, you could find good information here: www.myg37.com/forums/audio-video-and-electronics/294610-xm-antenna.html

[@scottw2]

@@Miamig37 That myG37 post was me. I can help if anyone needs it. Best upgrade ever.

[@genebohen9022]

Anyone have a solution for this problem with a different vehicle? How about a 2017 RAM 1500? It drives me nuts, and i'll probably cancel if i cant get this figured out.

[@mikewoodard2812]

I have the same truck same year and same problem. How did you fix the problem

[@rosefitzgerald6277]

the one that you used..can it fit qx30 2018 too..I want to get it for my son but cant find any when i put the car make in

[@jamessimon9654]

@miami_g37 i have an m37, how different would this be for me? My car has a shark fin antenna with the same issue

[@Miamig37]

It should work for your car but instead of connecting it into the trunk, you would need to check in the rear passenger side pillar. Remove the plastic trim and it should be there. Good luck.

[@dominiquedickerson4382]

I have a g37 convertible my shark fin is on top of my trunk & I don’t think I have a hole where it goes from the trunk to the back seats any suggestions ?

[@deiangonzales8406]

@@dominiquedickerson4382 get the upgraded factory infiniti g37 conv. spoiler, has built in standard am/fm antennae in the spoiler and a replacement gps/sat antennae that gets rid of the stupid one. comes factory color matched for about 200-275 on the e bays... actual Nissan part

[@streaming5350]

Does unhooking this affect gps ?

[@Miamig37]

No, this will not affect your GPS antenna as that is located in your dash, near the top speaker.

[@streaming5350]

Miami_g37 gotcha!!....thanks bro

[@quentinwooten30]

09g³⁷xs same issues. Thanks

[@Miamig37]

So annoying!

[@jamielee4911]

G25 is horrible.....