

Fourth, changing satellite radio stations requires working the “box” on the dash.īut again, it’s a very inexpensive way to add SiriusXM to your car. Third, this approach relies on the use of an FM modulator, which can be buggy (more on that below). Second, electronics mounted on the dash are often stuck on with double-sided tape, which can fall off on a hot day. First, wires running around the interior of your car inevitably get tangled and messy. However, a lot of people don’t like this type of setup long term.

If you don’t want to spend the money – or if you don’t want to permanently install a satellite radio in your car – this is a reasonable way to go. The main advantages to this type of setup are a) it’s cheap, and b) it’s not permanent. Toss in one or two more wires, and you’ve got a mess. This isn’t a picture of a satellite radio unit mounted to a dash, but it illustrates how cluttered things can get with just a unit and a power cord.
