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Diagnostic Test: Navi System Link

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NOTE:
  • Check the vehicle battery condition first (see BATTERY TEST ).
  • Make sure that the correct navigation DVD color and version are installed.
  • Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
  1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (see HOW TO CHECK FOR DTCS WITH THE HDS ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  3. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    Are there any DTCs present? 

    YES  -Troubleshoot the DTC, then recheck.

    NO  -Go to step 4.

  4. Make sure the anti-theft code is entered.
  5. Start the vehicle.
  6. Make sure the anti-theft code for the audio system is entered.
  7. Go into the System Diagnostic Mode (see SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE ), and use the Navi System Link (see NAVI SYSTEM LINK ).

    Is the XM icon red? 

    YES  -Do the Voice guidance cannot be heard, is broken up, or there is static troubleshooting.

    NO  -Go to step 8.

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

    Can the navigation control the XM radio? 

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

    NO  -Replace the XM receiver (see XM RECEIVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).