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System Links

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.
  1. Enter this screen by connecting the SCS connector or by selecting Self Diagnosis Mode from the navigation screen main menu. The message at the bottom of the screen flashes indicating the diagnostic is running. Make sure you enter the audio anti-theft code.
    NOTE:
    • The system cannot complete a full diagnosis unless the engine is running.
    • DTC 1501 and/or 2703 can be stored when the ignition switch is at ACCESSORY (I). With the ignition switch is in ACCESSORY (I), the climate control unit is turned off and the navigation unit loses communication and stores DTCs. Therefore, there is a possibility that the system is normal even though DTC 1501 and/or 2703 is stored. Check system links with the engine running, and if it appears normal, the system is OK at this time.
    Fig 1: Identifying Screen Display - System Links
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  2. Rotate the interface dial to select the icon you want to diagnose. Push in the selector to see the details of that diagnostic function.
  3. The System Links function runs automatically and displays a flashing message at the bottom of the screen reminding you to have the engine running for the test. The diagnostic tests the following:
    • Most of the wires connecting the navigation components shown in the block diagram.
    • The results from the various components shown in the block diagram.
    • The microphone is tested by listening to the bong sound produced by the navigation unit from the speakers when the diagnostic is started. This requires that the audio system be operating normally.

When the diagnostic finishes, the icons turn different colors based on their test status. The color definitions are shown below and can also be seen by selecting Help on the System Links screen.

The indication on the screen may not change until you exit and reenter the Self-Diagnosis mode. In some cases, you may have to restart the engine for the indication to change. After you repair the affected component or harness, repeat this diagnostic.

Each icon color is explained in the table as shown below.

ICON COLOR REFERENCE TABLE

Icon Colors Description
Green The system ran a diagnosis and the results are OK.
Red Errors that require replacement of hardware or harness. Examples are connection error or memory diagnosis errors. Troubleshoot for DTCs.
Yellow Errors that doesn't require hardware replacement, such as an open display cover, an incorrect navigation DVD, leaving the vehicle in ACCESSORY (1), or because of a missing accessory, like the rearview camera.
White The diagnosis is running. The screen functions are locked out while the diagnosis runs
Gray The system cannot automatically check this function. You have to select the diagnosis item and manually do additional testing, like checking the navigation buttons in the Hard Key test. When you complete the Hard Key test and return to the System Links menu, the gray icon turns green.
NOTE: By selecting the HELP icon, you can see a description for each color.