Navigation System - Voice Recognition Inoperative

2006 Pontiac G6 GTP, 2D Coupe, StandardSECTION Navigation System - Voice Recognition Inoperative
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Navigation System - Voice Recognition Inoperative

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Schematic Reference:Β Radio/Navigation System SchematicsΒ 
DEFINITION: The navigation voice recognition is inoperative.
1 Did you perform Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle? Go to Step 2Β  Go to Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle
2
  1. Turn ON the ignition. The Cadillac emblem screen appears on the navigation radio.
  2. Press the POWER/VOLUME button on the radio.
  3. When the navigation disclaimer screen appears, press the I AGREE button on the display.
  4. Press the NAV button on the radio. The display should show the current position of the vehicle. The navigation map should be clear and have clear color.
  5. Press the voice switch on the steering wheel. Speak a valid voice command. The system should repeat your command and then perform the function.
Does the system operate normally?
Go to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections Go to Step 3Β 
3 Test the following circuits for an open, short to ground, or a short to voltage:
  • The cellular microphone signal
  • The cellular microphone low reference

Refer to Circuit Testing and Wiring Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6Β  Go to Step 4Β 
4 Inspect for poor connections at the harness connector of the navigation radio. Refer to Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections and Connector Repairs .
Did you find and correct the condition?
Go to Step 6Β  Go to Step 5Β 
5 Replace the navigation radio. Refer to Control Module References for replacement, setup, and programming.
Did you complete the replacement?
Go to Step 6Β  -
6 Operate the system to verify the repair.
Does the system operate properly?
System OK Go to Step 3Β 
RENDER: 1.0x

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