Symptom Troubleshooting

2010 Acura TL FWD V6-3.5LSECTION Symptom Troubleshooting



Navigation System Symptom Troubleshooting - Navigation cannot control audio system

Navigation cannot control audio system

Diagnostic Test: System Links

NOTE:

- Check the vehicle battery condition first Testing and Inspection.
- Check for and resolve all CAN DTCs before troubleshooting the navigation system.
- Verify that the correct navigation unit is installed for this model. Go into the System Diagnostic Mode, and use Version Navigation System Diagnostic Mode 1.
- Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
- Before troubleshooting, make sure you have the anti-theft code.
- After troubleshooting, enter the anti-theft code.
- Check any official Honda service web site for more service information about the navigation system.

1. Connect the HDS to the DLC.

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode.

3. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Are there any DTCs present?

YES -

Troubleshoot the DTC, then recheck.οΏ½

NO -

Go to step 4.

4. Make sure the anti-theft code is entered.

5. Go into the System Diagnostic Mode, and use the System Links diagnosis Navigation System Diagnostic Mode 1.

Is the Radio icon red?

YES -

Replace the audio-navigation unit Audio-Navigation Unit Removal/Installation.οΏ½

NO -

Go to step 6.

6. Substitute a known-good HDD HDD Removal/Installation (With Navigation), and recheck.

Can the navigation system control audio/disc functions?

YES -

Replace the HDD HDD Removal/Installation (With Navigation).οΏ½

NO -

Do the audio system troubleshooting.οΏ½

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