SiriusXM Satellite Radio: Your Guide to Channels and Activation

Welcome to the world of satellite radio with SiriusXM. This guide provides an overview of the channel lineup and instructions for activating your service, particularly for new Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners.

Welcome to the World of Satellite Radio

SiriusXM offers a comprehensive satellite radio experience with a vast array of channels covering music, sports, news, talk, comedy, and more. Enjoy commercial-free music, live play-by-play sports, and exclusive talk shows.

Sirius Channel Lineup Overview

Explore a diverse range of categories:

Pop: Top 40 Hits, 20:20 Pop Music Discovery, '40s Pop Hits, '50s Pop Hits, '60s Pop Hits, '70s Pop Hits, '80s Pop Hits, '90s Pop Hits, 2000s Pop Hits, Lite Pop Hits, Love Songs.
Rock: Classic Alternative, New Alternative Rock, '90s Alternative/Grunge, New Hard Rock, Classic Hard Rock, '80s Hair Bands, Heavy Metal, Music of Action Sports, Reggae, Classic Rock, Deep Classic Rock, Adult Album Rock, Jam Bands, Mellow Rock.
Hip-Hop/R&B: Hip-Hop Hits, Eminem's Uncut Hip-Hop Channel, Classic Hip-Hop, R&B Hits, Adult R&B Hits, Classic Soul/Motown, Old Skool R&B.
Jazz/Standards: Smooth/Contemporary Jazz, Classic Jazz, New Age, Beautiful Music, B.B. King's Blues, Sinatra/American Standards, Show Tunes.
Classical: Opera/Classical Vocals, Classical Pops, Traditional Classical.
Country: Classic Country, '90s Country & More, New Country, Rockin' Country Rebels, Bluegrass.
Sports: ESPN's Sports Talk, Live PGA TOUR® Golf & Talk, 24/7 MLB® Talk, Fantasy Sports Talk, 24/7 NASCAR® Talk, 24/7 NHL® News, Talk & Play-by-Play, NBA, Dan Patrick, Artie Lange, Horse Racing Talk & Play-by-Play, Your SiriusXM Home for Soccer, All College Sports - All the Time, Live Games & Races.
Latin: Contemporary Latin Pop, Hits in Spanish and English, Tropical Latin Music, Regional Mexican Music, Top Latin Hits, Hispanic Talk Radio, Inspired Hispanic Talk Radio, All-News Spanish Language, News and More from Mexico, Spanish Sports Talk & Play-by-Play.
Entertainment: Oprah Live Your Best Life, Indie Talk Radio, Pop Culture News and Reviews, Celebrity Hosts & Lifestyle Shows, Fun, Fearless, Female, Gay & Lesbian Radio, African-American Talk.
Comedy: Uncut Comedy, Opie & Anthony, Hottest Adult Entertainment Radio, Family Comedy, Comedy Uncensored.
News/Public Radio: Bloomberg in Business News, The World Leader in Business News, We Report. You Decide., The Worldwide Leader in News, News & Views, BBC World Service, NPR News & Conversation, Canada's #1 Rated Radio News Source, Bob Edwards and Car Talk.
Religion: EWTN Authentic Catholic Radio, Christian Talk.
Kids: All Fun for Kids, Music Destination for Kids & Family.
Politics: Unfiltered Political Talk, Conservative Talk, Liberal Talk.
Canadian: Canadian Indie Music First, SiriusXM's "Chansons" Music Channel, The New Rock Alternative, The Cultures of Canada, Francophone & Canadian Country-Folk, Canadian Current Affairs & Talk, Radio-Canada News & Information.
Family & Health: Real Doctors Helping Real People, Classic Radio Shows.
Traffic & Weather: Local traffic and weather updates for major cities including Boston, New York, Chicago, Los Angeles, and more.
More: Including channels dedicated to Bruce Springsteen, Pearl Jam, Grateful Dead, and specific genres like Dance/Electronic and Acoustic Singer-Songwriters.

Get the Most Out of Your SiriusXM® Experience

This section guides you through activating and enjoying your SiriusXM service, especially when it comes factory-equipped in your new Ford or Lincoln vehicle.

4 Easy Steps to Getting Started

Capture: Before calling, locate and write down the 12-digit electronic serial number (ESN) of your radio. Instructions for finding the ESN vary by radio model.
Call: Contact SiriusXM Listener Care at 1-866-612-7474 from your vehicle to register your ESN and create your online account.
Choose: Select a unique username and password to manage your account online.
Sign Up: Register for FREE SiriusXM e-newsletters to receive programming updates, event information, and exclusive customer discounts.

Register Your Account Today

Benefits of registering include:

FREE SiriusXM E-Newsletters: Stay informed about programming updates, live performances, artist takeovers, special events, and exclusive customer discounts.
Pricing Offers for Ford or Lincoln Customers: Receive discounted pricing when you extend your subscription for 12 months or longer before your 6-month trial ends.
Access and Manage Your Account Online: Easily update your contact and subscription details through your online portal.

Find Your Radio* to Get Started

Instructions for retrieving your 12-digit ESN and operating your radio:

Using AUX Button:

Retrieve ESN: In satellite radio mode, press AUX and preset "1" simultaneously.
Changing Channels: Press the SEEK or SEEK ➡️ button on the radio console.
Changing Categories: Press MENU until the current category appears, scroll through categories (e.g., Pop, Rock, News) using the navigation buttons, and press SEEK or SEEK ➡️ to select.

Using SAT or SIRIUS Button:

Retrieve ESN: In satellite radio mode, press SIRIUS and preset "1" simultaneously.
Changing Channels: Turn the TUNE knob, press SEEK or SEEK ➡️, or press the navigation buttons (e.g., 5/6).
Changing Categories: Access the Satellite Radio menu via MENU, then OK. Enter Category mode using navigation buttons (e.g., 5/6), select a category, and confirm.

Satellite Radio on Voice-Activated Navigation Radio:

Retrieve ESN: Press the "i" button, then "System Info".
Start Satellite Radio: Press the RADIO button on the console, then touch the SAT123 button on the screen.
Changing Channels: Use the TUNE knob, SEEK button, or touch DIRECT TUNE and enter the channel number.

Satellite Radio on MyFord/Lincoln Touch Radio or MyFord® System:

Retrieve ESN: Press the bottom left corner of the touch screen, then SIRIUS > OPTIONS > ESN, or in SIRIUS mode press MENU > SIRIUS > SHOW ESN.
Start Satellite Radio: Press the bottom left corner of the touch screen and select the SIRIUS tab, or press the SIRIUS button on the console.
Changing Channels: Use the DIRECT TUNE button and enter the channel number via the on-screen keypad, use the TUNE button/knob, or use voice commands (if equipped).
Instant Replay: Select the REPLAY soft key to replay approximately 44 minutes of audio on the current channel.

Operating SiriusXM Traffic & SiriusXM Travel Link:

To use these features, press the "i" button on the touch screen or console, then touch the SIRIUS TRAVEL LINK button. Access features like FUEL PRICES, WEATHER, MOVIE LISTINGS, and SPORTS INFO from the Main Screen. Note: Requires navigation and the navigation SD card to be in the SD slot.

*Not all Ford or Lincoln vehicles are equipped with SiriusXM Travel Link/SiriusXM Traffic/SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Check with your dealership. Active subscription to SiriusXM required. Refer to your owner's guide for complete operating instructions.

**ESN retrieval may not be available during a Bluetooth call. Ensure you capture and write down the ESN before calling SiriusXM.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Q: When does my satellite radio subscription begin?: A: For new vehicles with factory-installed satellite radio, your trial subscription begins on your delivery day. Ford and Lincoln vehicles typically include a 6-month trial subscription.
Q: Can I get additional channels on my satellite radio?: A: Yes, for a monthly fee, you can upgrade to the Sirius Premier package for additional channels like Oprah Radio®, NHL® and NBA games, SiriusXM NHL® Network Radio™, MLB Network Radio™, SiriusXM PGA TOUR® Radio, and more.
Q: How can I extend my 6-month subscription?: A: As a new Ford or Lincoln owner/lessee, you can extend your subscription anytime. To take advantage of discounted pricing for Ford or Lincoln customers, call SiriusXM at 1-866-612-7474 BEFORE your 6-month trial ends.
Q: How do I know what's coming up on SiriusXM?: A: Visit siriusxm.com/whatilike for programming alerts, audio/video content, and subscriber events.
Q: Can I listen to satellite radio outside of my vehicle?: A: Yes, for an upgrade fee, subscribers can listen online or on their smartphone to over 160 channels. Visit siriusxm.com/internetradio for details. Availability may vary by package and certain channels may not be accessible via internet radio.

SiriusXM Radio Customer Service Guarantee

If your vehicle is factory-equipped with SiriusXM satellite radio, you will receive a 6-month trial subscription to the Sirius Select package. Some vehicles may also include a trial for SiriusXM Traffic and SiriusXM Travel Link. SiriusXM guarantees comprehensive customer service during your subscription term. You will receive a Welcome Kit by mail. Your trial subscription is governed by the Customer Agreement available at www.siriusxm.com and in your Welcome Kit.

SiriusXM Listener Care is available by phone at 1-866-612-7474 or online at siriusxm.com. SiriusXM will contact you to offer extended subscription options.

If you choose to continue your service after the trial, your plan will automatically renew and bill at current rates until you cancel by calling 1-866-635-2349. See the Customer Agreement for complete terms at www.siriusxm.com.

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