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Electrical Noise Test
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Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100
Do this test to check for electrical noise being induced
into the audio system.
NOTE: Electrical noise may be caused by outside
sources that cannot be handled by the audio system.
Make sure you remove any cell phones and/or turn off
any aftermarket device before beginning this test.
1. Insert the diagnostics CD (T/N: 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the navigation unit or audio unit.
2. Play track No. 4 (digital zero) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
3. Operate any electrical device that may create electrical noise in the audio system, including
starting the engine.
4. Play track No. 5 (near digital zero) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
5. Operate any electrical device that may create electrical noise in the audio system, including
starting the engine.
6. Play track No. 6 (SNR) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level. 7. Operate any electrical device that may create
electrical noise in the audio system, including
starting the engine.
If no abnormal noise is heard, go to individual speaker test.
If the noise is present only during the SNR track, replace the navigation unit or audio unit.
If the noise is heard during the digital zero or near digital zero track, check for;
– Poor ground for the audio unit, amplifier, engine or battery cable
– Pinched or shorted speaker or amplifier wire
– Faulty amplifier (Type S model)
– Faulty navigation unit
– Faulty audio unit
– Other faulty components causing excessive electrical noise (ignition coils, alternator, door
lock actuators, etc.). Disconnect any suspect
components, and then replay the tracks that
were originally noisy. If the noise is gone,
check the component’s circuit and the
component.
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Navigation System
Component Location Index
GPS ANTENNA
MICROPHONE
(Inside the map light)
NAVIGATION UNIT
ECM/PCM
(Vehicle Speed Pulse)
VOICE CONTROL SWITCH CD, DVD, and PC Card
Removal/Installation, page 23-158
Replacement, page 23-157
Removal/Installation,page 23-155
Test, page 23-156
Replacement, page 23-157 Removal/Installation,
page 23-154
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Global Positioning System (GPS) Limitations Muting LogicLCD Unit Limitations
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The GPS cannot detect the vehicle’s position during the
following conditions: Metallic window tinting above the GPS antenna.
When only three satellite signals are received (Four satellite signals are required for accurate positioning).
When driving near high tension power lines.
When the satellite signals are blocked by the operation of some electronic aftermarket accessories
including, but not limited to non-OEM in-dash
entertainment units (radio, CD players/changers,
radar detectors and theft recovery systems) and cell
phones placed near the navigation system.
When the satellite control centers are experiencing problems.
The accuracy of the GPS is reduced during these
instances: Metallic window tinting above the GPS antenna.
When only three satellite signals are received (Four satellite signals are required for accurate positioning).
When driving near high tension power lines.
When the satellite signals are blocked by the operation of some electronic aftermarket accessories
including, but not limited to non-OEM in-dash
entertainment units (radio, CD players/changers,
radar detectors and theft recovery systems) and cell
phones placed near the navigation system.
When the satellite control centers are experiencing problems. Whenever the navigation system is giving guidance,
the front speakers are muted. When the voice control
system is being used, all of the speakers are muted.
In cold temperatures, the display may stay dark for the first 2 or 3 minutes until it warms up.
When the display is too hot because of direct summer sunlight, it will remain dark until the temperature
drops.
When the humidity is high and the interior temperature is low, the display may appear cloudy.
The display will clear up after some use.
Fingerprints on the touch panel may sometimes be noticeable because of the panel’s low-reflection
coating. Clean the screen with a soft damp cloth. You
may use a mild cleaner intended for eye glasses or
computer screens. To avoid scratching the panel, do
not rub too hard, or use abrasive cleaners, or shop
towels.
The touch panel consists of a touch sensitive resistive membrane covering the display. Unlike previous
systems, you must actually touch the display to
activate it. Never use hard or sharp implements to
operate the screen because you risk damaging the
sensing membrane. If a touch switch does not
function immediately, shift your finger slightly, and
touch it again.
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SymptomDiagnostic procedure Also check for
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Voice guidance cannot be heard,
is broken up, or there is static
Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-122) Volume or voice feedback setting (see
Owner’s manual)
Navigation unit
Harness/fuses/switches
Voice control does not work/
respond Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-123) Navigation unit
The wrong color DVD is installed
The DVD is damaged or dirty
Microphone harness/switches
Navigation cannot control HVAC
by voice command Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-130) Wrong color DVD is installed
Harness/fuses/switches
Wrong navigation unit (model code)
Navigation cannot control XM
radio Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-130)Low or weak battery
Navigation cannot control audio
system Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-129)Wrong color DVD
Navigation display buttons do not
work or respond properly Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-121) Navigation unit
Open/short between the XM receiver
or the GA-Net bus
The wrong color DVD is installed
The DVD is damaged or dirty
Today’s Destinations button is
dim and not selectable in the
Enter destination by screen
(grayed-out) The client has not entered a group
of locations for Today’s
Destinations. This is normal. The
button is only selectable if the
client is using this functionSee Owner’s Manual
Some set-up and information
functions of the navigation
system are grayed-out and do not
work Client did not select OK from
Disclaimer screen. Refer to
System Function Diagram
(see page 23-111)
Previous Destinations button is
dim and not selectable in the
Enter destination by screen
(grayed-out) The vehicle may be new, or the
client deleted the destination.
Enter a destination, and allow the
system to route to it. After the trip,
the Previous Destinations button
will be selectable
Address cannot be found or
system gives poor routing Verify proper operation and
system limitations using the
owner’s manual
See Answering customer
question Navigation coverage
in general troubleshooting
Refer to Database limitation in
the navigation system manual
to report database errorsDatabase limitations (address not in
database)
Wrong color DVD installed
OPEN/CLOSE function of the
display does not work Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-132) Navigation unit
Harness
Navigation display will not close Symptom Troubleshooting (see page 23-133) Navigation unit
Harness
Navigation display does not open
or opens part way Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-133) Navigation unit
Harness
PC card will not play/card icon on
audio screen cannot be selected Symptom Troubleshooting
(see page 23-67)Navigation unit
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Overview
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System Description
The navigation system is a highly sophisticated, hybrid locating system.
The navigation unit uses global positioning system (GPS) satellite signals, internal yaw and vehicle speed inputs, and
a map database to show where the vehicle is and to help guide you to a desired destination.
The navigation unit’s GPS receiver receives signals from the GPS, a network of 24 satellites in orbit ar ound the earth.
By receiving signals from several of these satellites, the navigation system can determine the latitude, l ongitude, and
elevation of the vehicle.
Signals from the system’s yaw rate sensor (inside the navigation unit) detects turns, and the ECM/PCM vehicle speed
pulse (VSP) and reverse signal enable the system to keep track of the vehicle’s speed and direction of travel. The
advantage of this hybrid system is that the system can track your position if either the GPS signal or the vehicle speed
signal is missing. For instance, when in a tunnel (no GPS), the speed signal is used to update your position on the map.
Alternately, while the vehicle is being transported on a ferry, GPS signals can show the vehicle position on the map as
it crosses the water.
The navigation system uses the location, direction, and speed information to display the appropriate map and
calculate a route to the destination entered. As you drive to a destination, the system provides both visual and audio
guidance. Audio guidance is sent to the audio unit, and an RGB graphics color signal is sent to the navigation display.
This navigation system also has voice recognition that allows voice control of most of the navigation, and audio
functions. The voice control switches (navigation TALK and navigation BACK buttons on the steering wheel) activate
the voice control system. The microphone on the ce iling receives your voice commands. For more information on this
feature, consult the navigation owner’s guide.
The illumination signal is used by the navigation unit to automatically switch the display mode between the Night and
Day display modes. When the headlights are on, the dash brightness control setting full brightness overrides the Night
display mode, and allows a daytime navigation display with the lights on.
When the navigation system is giving voice guidance commands, the front speakers are muted. When the voice
control system is being used (navigation TALK button pressed), all of the speakers are muted.
The internal GA-Net II bus passes information back and forth between the navigation display, the navigation unit, and
the audio system components. The information passed on this bus are touch button commands, audio muting signal,
audio (radio and XM), and any open in these bus lines can affect the navigation system or other audio accessory
operation.
The clock on the navigation display is set and maintained by the navigation unit. The time is automatically adjusted for
daylight savings, and time zone changes while driving. The time can be adjusted in setup.
Additional information is available about the navigation components following the System Diagram. A glossary of
terms that are used throughout this section follows the detailed information.
The Navigation System Manual in the glove box covers all of the system functions and settings. Use this as a resource
when evaluating a client concern.
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System Description (cont’d)
Reverse signal
GPS antenna
AM/FM antenna Speakers
Navigation unit
Navi DVD
Navigation/Audio Display Screen
CLOCK
(Set by GPS)
Stereo Amplifier
(Premium sound
system)
Color
signal
Accessory
(MusicLink,
CD changer, etc.)
XM Receiver
XM antenna
(satellite &
terrestrial)
Auxiliary jack
assembly
Audio remote
switches
(steering wheel)
Illumination
Signal
(lighted buttons)
AM/FM
receiverCD Player
(CD, MP3, WMA)
Audio
processor
PC Card Slot (for playing audio
MP3, and WMA audio files) Navi
processor
(ECU)
GPS
receiver
Yaw rate sensor
(senses turning)
DVD player
(navi maps)
GA-Net
Audio
Audio
Section
Navigaion
Section
Illumination
(Night/Day
display mode)
ECM/PCM
(vehicle speed pulses) Microphone
(on ceiling) TALK/BACK
voice buttons
(’08 model) Climate control unit
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Navigation Function
Function Diagram
Vehicle Speed Pulse
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STEERING BUTTONS MICROPHONE
GA Net bus AUDIO UNIT
LCD
SWITCH
Destination
DVD ROM
YAW RATE SENSOR GPS tuning
GPS RECEIVER
NAVIGATION UNIT
XM RECEIVER GPS ANTENNA Reception of radio
wave from satellite
Data pcocess
concerning map
and vehivle position
Perception of
vehicle position
ECM/PCM
(VEHICLE SPEED PULSE)
Detection of
travel distansce Detection of
vehicle position
Detection of
direction change
Correction of
map matching
Map scroll
Change of reduced
scale of map Guide
processing Audio
guidance
NAVIGATION
DISPLAY
VOICE
PROMPTS
Sensor power
NAVIGATION UNIT
ECM/PCM DISTANCE
DETECTION
CIRCUIT
The navigation system is composed of the navigation unit, the ECM/PCM (vehicle speed signal), the GPS antenna, the
microphone, the voice control switch, the XM receiver, and the climate control unit.
These units communicate with each other on the GA-Net bus.
The vehicle speed pulse is sent by the ECM/PCM. The ECM/PCM receives a signal from the countershaft speed sensor,
then it processes the signal, and transmits it to the speedometer and other systems.
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Navigation Display
Microphone
Navigation TALK Button
Navigation BACK Button
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System Description (cont’d)
The audio unit receives the audio driving instructions from the navigation unit, and transmits the instructions through
the front speakers even when the audio system is in use.
The navigation display uses liquid crystal display (LCD). The LCD is a 6.5-inch-diagonal, thin film transistor (TFT),
stripe type with 65,536 color, The color film and fluorescent light are laid out on the back of the liquid crystal film. The
touch sensor on the front of the LCD consists of a touch sensitive resistive membrane with an infinite number of
possible touch locations.
The microphone (on the ceiling, near the front map light) receives voice commands and transmits them to the
navigation unit for interpretation.
Activates the voice control system in the navigation unit to accept voice commands.
Returns the display to the previous screen (similar function as the CANCEL button).
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