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Diagnostic Test: Navi System Link

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2010 Honda Pilot, and 2009 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
NOTE:
  • Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
  • Check for and resolve all CAN DTCs before troubleshooting the navigation system.
  • Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
  • Before troubleshooting, make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the navigation system.
  • After troubleshooting, enter the anti-theft codes for the navigation system.
  • Verify that the correct navigation unit is installed for this model. Go into the Diagnostic mode, and use VERSION  .
  • Make sure that the correct navigation DVD color and version are installed.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  2. Make sure the anti-theft code for the audio system is entered.
  3. Go into the Diagnostic mode, and use the Navi System Link diagnostic (see SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE  ).
  4. Check the System Links.

    Is the Radio icon red? 

    YES  - Do the troubleshooting for the voice guidance cannot be heard (see VOICE GUIDANCE CANNOT BE HEARD, IS BROKEN UP, OR THERE IS STATIC  ). ■

    NO  - Go to step  5.

  5. Substitute a known-good navigation unit (see NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ), and recheck.

    Can the navigation system control audio/disc? 

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

    NO  - Do the audio system troubleshooting. ■