Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
On-Board Diagnostic Mode
Follow the instructions below to enter and utilize the on-board diagnostic. These multiple button presses are different depending on the faceplate option content level.
- Key On, engine Off, radio in AM/FM mode.
- The CD/CDX option, press and hold preset button 1 (far left push-button), preset 6 button (far right pushbutton), and band button (AM/FM button). The HDD option, press and hold preset button 1 (far left pushbutton), preset 6 button (far right pushbutton), and Setup button (Config button). The NAV option, press and hold Navigation button, Destination button, and Audio button.
The following labels appear on the display.
- SW PN
- SIGNAL
- SP TES (Speaker Test)
- EXIT
Press the pushbutton positioned under the label to select.
The SW PN label displays the hardware number and the seven software module part numbers.
The SIGNAL label displays the AM/FM antenna signal strength and XM satellite 1 and 2 signal strength and terrestrial repeater signal strength.
The SP TES label displays the speaker test. The first speaker under test is displayed with an audible tone. The verbiage stating Multiple Press Changes Speaker is displayed. Pressing the pushbutton under SP TES selects the next speaker tested.
Pressing the pushbutton under the EXIT label exits the on-board diagnostic.
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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.