GPS Antenna
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The GPS (global positioning system) antenna is located in the rear liftgate spoiler. The GPS antenna is connected to the GPS computer by a single co-axial cable and passes signals from the GPS satellites to the navigation computers built in receiver for processing.
It is possible for the GPS antenna to lose the signal from the GPS satellites:
- In hilly or tree lined areas
- Built up areas with tall buildings
- In multi story car parks
- In garages
- In tunnels
- In bridges
- During heavy rain or thunderstorms.
When the signal is lost the navigation computer will continue to give guidance using memory mapped data from the DVD (digital versatile disc) map until the signal is restored.