Navigation display does not close

2008 Chevrolet HHR LT, 2.4 P, AutomaticSECTION Navigation display does not close
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NOTE: Check the vehicle battery condition first (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TEST ).
  1. Check the CD slot. Look for foreign objects, a stuck CD, a broken or sticking slot, or if a memory card has fallen out of the PC card adapter.

    Is the CD slot OK? 

    YES  -Go to step 2.

    NO  -Replace the audio-navigation unit (see AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).

  2. Check the PC card.

    Is the PC card fully seated and memory card in place (if applicable)? 

    YES  -Go to step 3.

    NO  -Reseat the card or remove it. If it still won't close, replace the audio-navigation unit (see AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).

  3. Press the OPEN/CLOSE button.

    Does the display open and/or close normally? 

    YES  -The system is OK at this time.

    NO  -Replace the audio-navigation unit (see AUDIO-NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION  ).

RENDER: 1.0x

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