2008 Acura RLFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Navigation Unit Removal/Installation

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NOTE:
  • Before replacing the navigation unit, back-up the client data using system diagnostic mode "save users memory" under the functional set up (see FUNCTIONAL SETUP  ).
  • If the navigation unit is replaced or disconnected, a Map Matching must be done (see MAP MATCHING  ).
  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  2. Eject the DVD from the original navigation unit (see FORCED STARTING OF DISPLAY  ). To avoid scratching or damaging the DVD, temporarily place the DVD in a jewel case.
    NOTE: If the DVD will not eject, refer to symptom troubleshooting "Navigation unit will not eject or accept the navigation DVD" (see NAVIGATION UNIT WILL NOT EJECT OR ACCEPT THE NAVIGATION DVD  ).
  3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
  4. Remove the right trunk side trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK AREA ).
  5. Remove the four screws (A) from the bracket (B) located in the trunk.
    Fig 1: Identifying Screws And Bracket
    G05463242Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Disconnect the navigation unit connectors (C).
  7. Remove the navigation unit (D).
  8. Install in the reverse order of removal.
  9. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), then reinstall the client's original DVD, verifying that the DVD is free of scratches or smudges.
  10. Check online for any service publications prescribing patches for the navigation system, and if any should be applied to the new navigation unit.
    NOTE: Simply transferring the DVD from the original navigation unit to the new navigation unit does not assure the correct software for the vehicle will be loaded into the new navigation unit. Doing the DVD transfer without doing software patches may cause the new navigation unit to appear to be malfunctioning.
  11. Enter the new navigation anti-theft code.
  12. Park the vehicle outside, and do the GPS initialization (see GPS INITIALIZATION  ).
  13. Give the new navigation anti-theft code to the client.
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