ItemDefinition
23-110Navigation System
System Description (cont’d)
LCD
Liquid Crystal Display (the navigation screen)
Map matching The received GPS information allows the navigation system to position the vehicle on the map. Map matching
has occurred if the map screen displays the current street name in the bottom-shaded area.
Mic Abbreviation for the microphone used for receiving voice commands. It is located near the map light in the
ceiling. The ANC circuit may also use it to check its tuning.
MID Multi-Information Display
MW Maneuver Window. While on-route to a destination, this window displays information about the next maneuver.
Navi Abbreviation for the Navigation System.
Off-road tracking See bread-crumbs.
Off route Off route This occurs when the user leaves mapped roads. Off road tracking dots (bread-crumbs) are displayed if
the option is enabled in the setup menu. The user can use them to return to a mapped road. The bottom of the
navigation screen displays Not on a digitized road.
Outlying areas These are rural areas that typically have only their main roads mapped. All other roads are shown in light brown
for reference only, since they have not been verified.
Paired Linking your cell phone to the HFL.
PC Card slot PC Card Slot The PC Card (PCMCIA, type II) slot is for factory use only. Make sure that the sliding door is closed at
all times, if opened, an error message is displayed on the screen.
PCM Powertrain Control Module. This unit supplies the navigation system speed signal, also refered to as PCM.
PCMCIA A computer industry defined term referring to the PC Card slot standard.
PIN Personal Identification Number, a random 4 digit number created by the customer to protect personal
information.
POI Point Of Interest. These are the businesses, schools, etc. found under the places option on the main menu.
Polygon Colored areas on the map screen denoting parks, schools, etc. See the Navigation System Manual Driving to
Your Destination for a list of the assigned colors.
QWERTY Keyboard layout resembling the typewriter keys. The keyboard layout can be changed to an alphabetical layout
in the Setup mode.
SCS connector The service check signal 2-pin connector used to put the navigation system into the diagnostic mode.
Security code Code needed to activate the navigation system. You can get the security code from the iN by entering the
navigation unit serial number. You can find the serial number on the diagnostic screens (unit check, Navi ECU),
or on the underside of the navigation unit.
Tuning A continual update of internal navigation system scaling factors. See the individual sensor tuning discussions
under either System Description, or System Diagnosis Mode (see page 23-135).
Unverified Streets These streets have not been verified for turn restrictions, one-way, etc. They appear light brown on the map. You can enter address destinations in these areas, but depending on your Unverified Routing choice in setup, voice
guidance may end at the last verified street closest to your destination.
USB Universal Serial Bus. the USB is used for playing the compressed audio files (MP3, WMA, and AAC) on the
external device through the audio unit.
Verified streets These streets consist of the detailed metropolitan coverage areas, and all other inter-town connection roads.
These roads are shown in black or red on the map. (interstates are red)
VP Vehicle Position. When in map mode, this circular icon shows the vehicle position on the map.
VR Voice Recognition. This allows voice control of many of the navigation functions. The hardware consists of the
microphone, voice control switch (navigation TALK/BACK buttons), and the center speaker. See the overview for
more information.
VSP Vehicle Speed Pulse. This pulse signal coming from the PCM (via the CSS) is used to update the Vehicle position
on the map. These pulses do not indicate direction (forward or backward). When in reverse, the navigation
receives a signal and directs the VP to move backwards on the map.
XM This device receives information from the XM satellites and passes XM audio information to the audio unit. In
addition, traffic information is sent to the navigation unit.
Yaw Sensor This device is located in the navigation system control unit and senses the side-to-side twisting force generated
when the vehicle turns. See a detailed description of how this sensor works in system description.
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DVD read error messages System always comes up in in-line
diagnostic mode
YES
NO
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Start Diag Exit Diag
Navi.ECU
In Line Diag
GPS Antenna Display
Radio
DeleteDone
0
12
3
6
5
4
7 8
9
BACK
XXXX Correct PIN
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NOTE:
Check the vehicle battery condition first.
Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
Check the Navigation System Manual for a list of common DVD screen error messages and the
probable cause.
Go into the Diagnostic Menu, and use the Car Status test (see page 23-141) to check the status of the
display.
1. Check the DVD-ROM reading surface for scratches.
Replace the DVD-ROM.
If the problem occurs occasionally when the
system is cold, this is normal. If the problem occurs
frequently when driving, replace the navigation
unit (see page 23-155). 1. When a navigation unit is powered up for the first
time at the factory, the factory diagnosis screen (In
Line Diag) appears. Normally the factory performs
the steps necessary to verify proper operation and
terminate the factory diagnostic. Until the proper
confirmation sequence is performed, the screen
will appear every time the vehicle is started.
2. Follow the steps to prevent the screen from showingupinthefuture:
Hold down the buttons (Menu, Map/Guide, and Cancel) for about 5 seconds (the Select Diagnosis
Items screen appears).
Hold down the Map/Guide button for 5 10 seconds (A screen with a Complete button
appears).
Touch Complete, and then the Return button (the system may re-boot).
Restart the vehicle, and confirm normal operation by completing the PDI of the
navigation system Service Bulletin.
Are there scratches?
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Navigation cannot control HVAC by voice
command Navigation cannot control XM radio
YES
NO YES
NO
23-13023-130Navigation System
Symptom Troubleshooting (cont’d)
NOTE:
Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
Before troubleshooting, get the navigation system anti-theft code.
After troubleshooting, enter the navigation system anti-theft code.
Verify that the correct navigation unit is installed for this model. Go into the Diagnostic Menu and use
Version (see page 23-149).
1. Go into the Diagnostic Menu and use the Navi System Link test (see page 23-136).
Dotheclimatecontrolsystem
troubleshooting.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155). NOTE:
Check the vehicle battery condition first.
Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
1. Substitute a known-good navigation unit (see page 23-155), and recheck.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155).
Do the audio system troubleshooting.
Is the Air-con icon red? Can t he nav i gat i on cont r ol t he X M r ad i o?
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Navigation system will not accept security
code
YES
NO
YES
NO YES
NO
YES
NO
YES
NO
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Navigation System
Symptom Troubleshooting (cont’d)
NOTE:
Check the vehicle battery condition first.
The system will not operate without the 4-digit security (anti-theft) code. Follow the this procedure.
(After 10 consecutive tries, you must cycle the key to
continue trying)
The Navigation System Diagnosis and Core Return Form is available online, under Job aids, and can be
printed out for recording this information. This
information will help the reman facility determine
what caused the failure.
Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
Before troubleshooting, make sure you have the anti- theft codes for the navigation system.
Verity that the correct navigation unit is installed for this model. Go into the Diagnostic mode, and use
Version (see page 23-149).
Make sure that the correct navigation DVD color and version are installed.
Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
1. Go into the System diagnosis menu (see page 23-135), select Unit check, and then Navi ECU. A
brief diagnostic runs for 20 seconds, and the serial
number is displayed.
Go to step 4.
Go to step 2.
2. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-155).
3. Check the serial number on the label on the underside of the navigation unit.
Go to step 4.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155). 4. Using the serial number, look up the navigation
security code in the Interactive Network. (click:
Service, Vehicle Information, Anti-Theft code
Inquiry, and then select Navigation from the
Product drop down box). Enter the serial number.
Go to step 5.
Call the Warranty Department to obtain the
code (the telephone number is in the PDI service
bulletin).Thengotostep5.
5. Check that the obtained code works to bypass the code screen in the navigation system.
The system is OK at this time. Return the
vehicle to the client, and give them the anti-theft
code.
Go to step 6.
6. Try entering four zeros (0000) in place for the code.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155),
and enter Security code is 0000 in the problem
description field of the core return form.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155),
and enter in Won’t take security code (as proof,
enclose the sticker that contains the Serial number
and the Code) in the problem description field of
the core return form.
Is t he ser i al number d i spl ay ed ?
Is the serial number conf irmed on the underside oft he nav i gat i on uni t ? Is a 4-digit code displayed on the screen?
Doesthecodework?Do t he f our zer os w or k t o by pass t he cod e scr een?
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The Honda Globe Screen (not the Acura
Globe Screen) appears every time the vehicle
is started Start-up procedure and Diagnosis Menu
YES
NO
YES
NO
YES
NO
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System Diagnostic Mode
Select Diagnosis Items
Navi System
Monitor Check Unit Check
Car Status GPS Information
Yaw Rate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
VersionReturn
DIAGNOSTIC MENU SCREEN
NOTE: The navigation DVD and the navigation unit are
correct for the vehicle, but earlier and possibly later
versions of the navigation software may have been
installed. When this happens, the software may not be
recognized by the navigation unit, and could cause the
navigation unit to revert to an Acura model profile.
1. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-155) and verify that the part number printed on the
navigation unit label is the correct one for the year/
model vehicle you are working on.
Go to step 2.
Replace the navigation unit with the correct
unit for the year/model vehicle you are working
on.
2. Reinstall the navigation unit.
3. Remove the navigation DVD (see page 23-155).
4. Note the software version marked on the navigation DVD label and verify if it is the correct
version for the vehicle year/model you are working
on by checking any official Honda service website
for more service information about the navigation
system and navigation software.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155).
Go to step 5.
5. Obtain the correct version DVD (see page 23-94), and install it.
The problem is resolved, troubleshooting is
complete. The system still shows an Honda Globe
Screen. Replace the navigation unit (see page
23-155). 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Press and hold the Menu, the Map/Guide, and the
Cancel buttons, for about 3 seconds. The display
screen then goes directly to the Diagnostic Menu.
2. After the display changes to the Diagnostic Menu, select the item you want to check, and the test
begins. To return to the previous screen, select
Return.
Navi System (Link)
Monitor Check
Unit Check
Car Status
GPS Information
YawRate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
Version
(cont’d)
I s t he cor r ect nav i gat i on uni t i nst al l ed based ont he par t number ?
I s t he sof t w ar e v er si on mar k ed on t he nav i gat i onDV D l abel t he cor r ect one f or t he v ehi cl e y ear /mod el y ou ar e w or k i ng on?
Does t he nav i gat i on sy st em boot -up w i t h t he Acur aGl obe Scr een?
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The Honda Globe Screen (not the Acura
Globe Screen) appears every time the vehicle
is started Start-up procedure and Diagnosis Menu
YES
NO
YES
NO
YES
NO
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System Diagnostic Mode
Select Diagnosis Items
Navi System
Monitor Check Unit Check
Car Status GPS Information
Yaw Rate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
VersionReturn
DIAGNOSTIC MENU SCREEN
NOTE: The navigation DVD and the navigation unit are
correct for the vehicle, but earlier and possibly later
versions of the navigation software may have been
installed. When this happens, the software may not be
recognized by the navigation unit, and could cause the
navigation unit to revert to an Acura model profile.
1. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-155) and verify that the part number printed on the
navigation unit label is the correct one for the year/
model vehicle you are working on.
Go to step 2.
Replace the navigation unit with the correct
unit for the year/model vehicle you are working
on.
2. Reinstall the navigation unit.
3. Remove the navigation DVD (see page 23-155).
4. Note the software version marked on the navigation DVD label and verify if it is the correct
version for the vehicle year/model you are working
on by checking any official Honda service website
for more service information about the navigation
system and navigation software.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-155).
Go to step 5.
5. Obtain the correct version DVD (see page 23-94), and install it.
The problem is resolved, troubleshooting is
complete. The system still shows an Honda Globe
Screen. Replace the navigation unit (see page
23-155). 1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Press and hold the Menu, the Map/Guide, and the
Cancel buttons, for about 3 seconds. The display
screen then goes directly to the Diagnostic Menu.
2. After the display changes to the Diagnostic Menu, select the item you want to check, and the test
begins. To return to the previous screen, select
Return.
Navi System (Link)
Monitor Check
Unit Check
Car Status
GPS Information
YawRate
Tire Calibrate
Functional Setup
Version
(cont’d)
I s t he cor r ect nav i gat i on uni t i nst al l ed based ont he par t number ?
I s t he sof t w ar e v er si on mar k ed on t he nav i gat i onDV D l abel t he cor r ect one f or t he v ehi cl e y ear /mod el y ou ar e w or k i ng on?
Does t he nav i gat i on sy st em boot -up w i t h t he Acur aGl obe Scr een?
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GPS Send Time
Demo Mode
Mic Level
23-148Navigation System
System Diagnostic Mode (cont’d)
Send GPS TimeReturn
GPS Time
Second
Year
Day Hour
Minute
xxxx.xx.xx xx:xx:xx
Set
xxxx
xx
Month xx
xx
xx
xx
Demo Mode
OFF
Demo
Speed Rate 150 ms ON OFFReturn
Return
Steering Switch Mic Level
Mic Level
BACK
This screen is for factory use only. It allows adjustment
of the GPS time. This display updates in real time.
GPS Time is the time as received from the GPS satellites. It is in Greenwich Mean Time (GMT).
Date, Hour, Minute, and Set should not be used.
This screen allows the navigation system to drive a
route, when the vehicle is stationary. Typical
applications include auto shows, and other events.
This feature allows a visitor to enter a destination, and
see the system drive to the destination. No speed signal
is needed. To initiate the mode, select ON.
Changing the speed rate in ms (millisec onds) is
optional, and represents the time between updates of
the VP (vehicle position) movement.
– When you increase the rate, the VP slows down because it is updated (moved) at a slower rate.
– When you decrease the rate, VP is faster because it is updated (moved) more frequently.
– 1500 ms is VP at its slowest in demo mode.
– 150 ms is VP at its fastest in demo mode (Default).
At key off, the setting automatically returns to the default of Off. This diagnostic screen allows you to independently test
the microphone and the navigation TALK and BACK
buttons. They are used to activate the voice control
system. The microphone is located near the map light
in the ceiling. It is directional, and works best if the
voice is coming from the drivers seat.
Press the navigation TALK button on the steering wheel, wait unit you hear a beep, and in a normal
voice say ‘‘testing’’. The TALK indicator on the screen
should momentarily turn green, and the text ‘‘Now
Recording...’’ should appear in yellow. If the talk
indicator on the screen does not briefly turn green,
then check the wiring from the navigation TALK
button to the navigation unit.
If there is no Mic Level movement when you speak, then you should check the wire running from the
microphone to the navigation unit.
If the mic level bar is full or almost full wit hout you
speaking or other back ground noise, replace the
microphone and recheck.
PressthenavigationBACKbuttononthesteering wheel. The Cancel indicator on the screen should
momentarily turn green. If it does not briefly turn
green, then check the wiring from the steering wheel
navigation BACK button to the navigation unit.
NOTE: The mic level should reach the 6th bar.
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23-150Navigation System
System Diagnostic Mode (cont’d)
Return
EXPORT
IMPORT
Save Users Memory
Return
Yes No
Return
Yes NoSave Users Memory Export User Data
Save Users Memory Import User Data
When replacing the navigation unit, this function allows
the dealer to transfer the client’s personal data to the
new navigation unit. The transferred information
includes their Setup settings, and personal addresses.
The dealer inserts a PC card to the navigation unit, and
then selects the Save Users Memory function. The two
functions in this diagnostic screen are EXPORT and
IMPORT. EXPORT saves the client’s data to the PC card,
andIMPORTmovesthePCcardfilestothenew
navigation unit.
Before starting this function, see the PC Card FAQs for
information regarding PC cards, how to use this
function. 1. Select EXPORT button to move the client’s data
from the original navigation unit to the PC card.
Select YES on the Export User Data Confirmation
screen. The process takes only a couple of seconds.
The system stores two files on the card.
NOTE: If the EXPORT button is grayed out, check
the PC card’s edge connector, and the pins inside
the navigation unit (with a flashlight) for damage.
2. After installing the client’s original DVD in the new navigation unit, allow the system to boot up. Insert
the PC card in the new navigation unit and enter the
Save Users Memory in the navigation system
diagnostic mode.
3. Select IMPORT button to move the two files stored by the Export process from the PC card to the new
navigation unit. Select YES on the Import User Data
Confirmation screen. When the transfer is finished
(a few seconds) the system automatically reboots.
After the system reboots, remove the PC card from
the PC card slot.
NOTE: If the IMPORT button is grayed out, check if
the Model and the Program Flash shown on the
Version screen are the same for the two navigation
units.
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