V40 GPS Antenna Failure

Yeah, a defective GPS antenna is a pretty common issue in car electronics, especially with older navigation systems. GPS, or Global Positioning System, relies on satellites to pinpoint your location. The antenna is the little component that receives those signals. Signal interference can also sometimes be a culprit, but the error code suggests the antenna itself. Does it happen everywhere, or just in certain areas?

Thanks for the quick response! It seems to be happening everywhere, regardless of location. Could there be anything else besides the antenna that I should check before replacing it?

Okay, if it's everywhere, then signal interference is pretty much ruled out. It's unlikely to be a software glitch if the error code specifically points to reception. While it could be a wiring issue between the antenna and the head unit, that's less common. Honestly, given the symptoms, the odds are very high that it's the antenna itself. I'd still recommend taking it to a trusted workshop just to be 100% sure before you start throwing parts at it. They can diagnose it properly.

Alright, I appreciate the advice. I took it to a workshop, and you were spot on – it was the GPS antenna. They replaced it for 200€, and the navigation is working perfectly again. Thanks for the help!