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Diagnostic Test: Navi System Link

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NOTE:
  • Check the vehicle battery condition first (see BATTERY TEST ).
  • Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
  • Verify that the correct navigation unit is installed for this model. Go into the System Diagnostic Mode (see SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE ), and use Version (see VERSION ).
  • Before troubleshooting, make sure you have anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system.
  • After troubleshooting, enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system.
  • Make sure that the correct navigation DVD color and version are installed.
  • Inspect the navigation DVD for dirt or damage.
  • Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
  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 (see SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE ), and use the Navi System Link diagnostic (see NAVI SYSTEM LINK ).

    Is the Radio icon red? 

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

    NO  -Go to step 4.

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

    Can the navigation system control system and CD? 

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

    NO  -Do the audio system troubleshooting. ■