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HOMESERVICE MANUALSACURA2012TL BASEREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTINFOTAINMENTNAVIGATION SYSTEMDTC TROUBLESHOOTINGDTC 1409: AUDIO ERROR 9 (XM ERROR)
2012 Acura TL Base
DTC 1409: Audio Error 9 (XM Error)
2012 Acura TL BaseSECTION DTC 1409: Audio Error 9 (XM Error)
NOTE:
- Check the vehicle battery condition first (see BATTERY TEST ).
- This navigation DTC sets when a problem is detected in the XM antenna connection.
- Before you troubleshoot, make sure to follow the General Troubleshooting Information .
- Clear the hard error code .
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode, then back to ON (II), or the ON mode.
- Check for the hard error code .
Is DTC 1409 indicated?
YES - Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the XM antenna, if they are OK, do the diagnosis for the XM antenna in the audio system. ■
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. ■
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.