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Old 03-31-2016, 09:09 PM
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No AM radio reception

All of a sudden after having the rear glass replaced I have zero AM radio reception. Any ideas? FM is fine.
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Old 04-01-2016, 09:13 AM
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BMW glass or Safelite (other non-OEM)? I don't know what difference it would make, but just a question of curiosity.
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Old 04-01-2016, 09:21 AM
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OEM. I actually considered trying to save money and go aftermarket but everyone I contacted me told me only OEM was available. It came right from the dealer.

I don't know where the antenna is locate on this car, but on a lot of the cars it's in the C pillar. I wonder if it's in the D pillar on the SUVs... There was also a little bit of body work done to the tailgate as part of this same repair so I guess it's possible they removed some trim and disturbed something. Anyone know where the antenna is located?
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Old 04-01-2016, 09:31 AM
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Well, the dealer should have a warranty on their work and the new part, I would start there. I am still learning the vehicle myself, so I'm not sure where the antenna is. I had my glass replaced not too long ago and all is well.
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Old 04-01-2016, 11:19 AM
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Dealer didn't install, body shop did, but I will be going back. I just want to check the basics and try to be armed with some facts (like perhaps that the antenna is right where they were working) before I go.
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Old 04-01-2016, 11:22 AM
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Lots of good info on the antenna here
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Old 04-01-2016, 11:59 AM
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Lots of good info on the antenna here
That's exactly what I needed, thanks! They had to remove the spoiler to put the window in and per that doc, that is where the AM antenna is located.
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Old 04-05-2016, 11:34 PM
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To the extent anybody needs this in future...the body shop/glass installer definitely forgot to reconnect one of the antenna connectors in the roof spoiler. I didn't even try to find it (which is unusual for me), just took it back over there and they fixed it in 20 minutes.
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My X5 hasn't had FM reception since I've bought it. AM is fine. I just listen to CDs but would like to fix the problem. Any ideas from what you've learned with your situation?


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Old 05-19-2016, 07:52 PM
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Yes there are connectors to both the rear windshield and another FM antenna in the top of the tailgate. I bet one is disconnected for some reason (like windshield replacement). Check out the diagrams smassy post above and inspect.
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