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Navigation frequently asks for anti-theft code and/or needs GPS initialization

NOTE:
  • This is often caused by a loss of battery power, a low or poor battery condition, or a poor ground.
  • Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
  • Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
  1. Measure the voltage between navigation unit connector A (24P) terminal No. 24 and body ground.
    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Navigation Unit Connector A (24P) Terminal No. 24 And Body Ground
    G06467477Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Is there battery voltage? 

    YES  -Go to step 2.

    NO  -Repair open in the wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box and the navigation unit.

  2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  3. Measure the voltage between navigation unit connector A (24P) terminal No. 14 and body ground.
    Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between Navigation Unit Connector A (24P) Terminal No. 14 And Body Ground
    G06467478Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Is there battery voltage? 

    YES  -Go to step 4.

    NO  -Repair open in the wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box and the navigation unit.

  4. Measure the voltage between navigation unit connector A (24P) terminal No. 12 and body ground, and between navigation unit connector C (8P) terminal No. 4 and body ground.
    Fig 3: Measuring Voltage Between Navigation Unit Connector A (24P) Terminal No. 12 And Body Ground
    G06467479Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
    Fig 4: Measuring Voltage Between Navigation Unit Connector C (8P) Terminal No. 4 And Body Ground
    G06467480Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Is there less than 0.1 V? 

    YES  -Replace the navigation unit (see NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).

    NO  -Repair open in the wire between the navigation unit and body ground (G504, G505).