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System Reset Mode (without navigation)

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NOTE: The audio-navigation unit (with navigation) is not supported with this diagnosis.

Using the System Reset Mode erases all the music saved in the CD-L and resets the following settings:

  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Make sure the audio system is turned off.
  2. Press and hold the preset No. 1, No. 4, No. 6, and the SELECTOR knob for 5 seconds, and the system reset mode begins.
    Fig 1: Locating Audio System Buttons And Volume/Power Knob - (Without Navigation)
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    DISPLAY MESSAGE REFERENCE CHART

    Display Message State Remarks
    SYS RST system reset mode While this mode, the speaker beeps for 3 seconds
  3. When the system reset mode ends, the audio system automatically returns to its normal display setting.