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The Honda Globe Screen (not the Acura
Globe Screen) appears every time the vehicle
is started
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23-35423-354 Navigation System
Symptom Troubleshooting (cont’d) CD, DVD, and PC Card Removal/
Installation
A
A
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 a H onda model profile.
1. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-355) 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 23-354).
4. Note the software version marked on the navigation DVD label and verity 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 23-355).
Go to step 5.
5. Obtain the correct version DVD (see page 23-269) and install it.
The problem is resolved, troubleshooting is
complete. The system still shows a Honda Globe Screen.
Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-355). If the displays Open and Close buttons do not work, you
must manually open the display to remove the client’s
Navigation DVD, CD, and possibly their PC card. Follow
to the steps.
1. Remove the navigation unit from the vehicle (see page 23-255).
2. On the bench, carefully pull the display (A) straight out (about 1/2 inch).
3. Fold down the display (A).
I s t he cor r ect nav i gat i on uni t i nst al l ed based on t 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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23-35523-355
Navigation Unit Removal/
Installation
AB
C
D
4. Push the PC card eject button (A) to eject the client’sPC card (if installed). Power is not required for this
function.
5. Remove the plastic cover (B) over the navigation DVD slot.
6. With the display open, temporarily reconnect the unit in the dash (to power it up).
7. Push the CD eject button (C), and navigation DVD eject button (D) (the button is behind the plastic
cover and works only when the unit is powered)
and remove the discs (hold the discs by their edges
to avoid fingerprints). To avoid scratches, place the
navigation DVD and the client’s CD in a jewel case
if available.
8. Re-attach the plastic lid that hides the navigation DVD slot.
9. Close the display by first returning the display to the upward position, and then pushing the entire
display straight back into the unit.
10. After installing the new navigation unit, re-insert the navigation DVD, the client’s CD, and the PC card. SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component location (see page 24-11).
Also review the precautions and procedures (see page
24-13) in the SRS section before doing repairs or
service.
NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts.
Lay a workshop towel under the parts when working on them to protect the face panel from scratches or
other damage.
Do not work in a dusty or dirty place.
Discharge static electricity from your body before and during the work.
Do not touch the circuit board(s) with your bare hands.
Do not work with dirty hands.
Be careful not to fold the flat plate cable.
Do not touch the terminal connector of the flat plate cable with your bare hands. (If you have touched it,
wipe it off thoroughly.)
Before replacing the navigation unit, make sure to remove the client’s navigation DVD, and their audio
CD, or PC card. Remanufactured navigation units do
not come with a navigation DVD. Re-install the client’s
navigation DVD, audio CD, and audio PC card into the
new remanufactured unit. If the navigation display
won’t open, manually remove the navigation DVD,
audio CD, and PC card (see page 23-354).
If you are replacing the navigation unit, write down the audio presets (if possible), then enter them into
the new navigation unit.
1. Make sure you have the 4-digit anti-theft code for the navigation system.
2. Eject the DVD from the original navigation unit. To avoid scratching or damaging the DVD, temporarily
place the DVD in jewel case.
3. Remove the subdisplay visor (see page 20-100).
(cont’d)
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Navigation Unit Removal/
Installation
AB
C
D
4. Push the PC card eject button (A) to eject the client’sPC card (if installed). Power is not required for this
function.
5. Remove the plastic cover (B) over the navigation DVD slot.
6. With the display open, temporarily reconnect the unit in the dash (to power it up).
7. Push the CD eject button (C), and navigation DVD eject button (D) (the button is behind the plastic
cover and works only when the unit is powered)
and remove the discs (hold the discs by their edges
to avoid fingerprints). To avoid scratches, place the
navigation DVD and the client’s CD in a jewel case
if available.
8. Re-attach the plastic lid that hides the navigation DVD slot.
9. Close the display by first returning the display to the upward position, and then pushing the entire
display straight back into the unit.
10. After installing the new navigation unit, re-insert the navigation DVD, the client’s CD, and the PC card. SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component location (see page 24-11).
Also review the precautions and procedures (see page
24-13) in the SRS section before doing repairs or
service.
NOTE:
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts.
Lay a workshop towel under the parts when working on them to protect the face panel from scratches or
other damage.
Do not work in a dusty or dirty place.
Discharge static electricity from your body before and during the work.
Do not touch the circuit board(s) with your bare hands.
Do not work with dirty hands.
Be careful not to fold the flat plate cable.
Do not touch the terminal connector of the flat plate cable with your bare hands. (If you have touched it,
wipe it off thoroughly.)
Before replacing the navigation unit, make sure to remove the client’s navigation DVD, and their audio
CD, or PC card. Remanufactured navigation units do
not come with a navigation DVD. Re-install the client’s
navigation DVD, audio CD, and audio PC card into the
new remanufactured unit. If the navigation display
won’t open, manually remove the navigation DVD,
audio CD, and PC card (see page 23-354).
If you are replacing the navigation unit, write down the audio presets (if possible), then enter them into
the new navigation unit.
1. Make sure you have the 4-digit anti-theft code for the navigation system.
2. Eject the DVD from the original navigation unit. To avoid scratching or damaging the DVD, temporarily
place the DVD in jewel case.
3. Remove the subdisplay visor (see page 20-100).
(cont’d)
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23-356Navigation System
Navigation Unit Removal/Installation (cont’d)
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B B
C A
BC
4. Remove the center pocket hole lid and bolts, then
pull out the center panel (A).
5. Disconnect the connectors (B) and air hose (C), then remove the center panel. 6. Remove the screws, brackets (A), and the
navigation unit (B) from the center panel (C).
7. Install the navigation unit in the reverse order of removal and make sure all connectors are secure.
8. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), then reinstall the client’s original DVD, verifying than the DVD is free
of scratches or smudges.
9. Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
NOTE: Simply transferring the DVD from the
original navigation unit to the new navigation unit
does not assure the correct software for the vehicle
will be loaded into the new navigation unit. Doing
the DVD transfer without doing software patches
may cause the new navigation unit to appear to be
malfunctioning.
10. Enter the new navigation anti-theft code.
11. Park the vehicle outside, and do the GPS initialization (see page 23-268).
12. Give the new navigation anti-theft code to the client.
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Voice Control Switch Test
Voice Control Switch Replacement
1. Remove the voice control switch (see page 23-357).
2. Measure the resistance between terminals No. 2
andNo.4ineachswitchpositionaccordingtothe
table.
No button pressed About 10 k TALK About 2.9 k
BACK About 680
3. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the voice control switch (see page 23-357). SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component location (see page 24-11).
Also review the precautions and procedures (see page
24-13) in the SRS section before doing repairs or
service.
1. Remove the steering wheel (see page 17-6).
2. Remove the voice control switch (see page 17-7).
3. Install the voice control switch in the reverse order of removal.
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23-35823-358 Navigation System
HFL-Navigation Microphone
Removal/Installation
GPS Antenna Removal/Installation
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A B A
B
1. Remove the front individual map light lens (A).
2. Remove the bolts (B), then disconnect the
connectors, and remove the map lights housing (C).
3. Carefully pry off the moonroof switch (D) from the map light housing while pressing in on the
retaining tabs (E).
4. From the moonroof switch (A), remove the screw and microphone (B).
5. Install the microphone in the r everse order of
removal. 1. Remove the navigation unit (see page 23-355).
2. Remove the instrument panel visor (see page
20-98).
3. Remove the wire harness clip (A), screws, and GPS antenna (B).
4. Install the antenna in the reverse order of removal.
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HandsFreeLink System
Component Location Index
HFL-NAVIGATION MICROPHONE
(Built into the roof console)
HANDSFREELINK
CONTROL UNIT HFL VOLUME
(Using navigation
unit volume knob)
HFL SWITCH
LEFT FRONT
TWEETER
FRONT PASSENGER’S
DOOR SPEAKER
NAVIGATION UNIT
DRIVER’S DOOR
SPEAKER RIGHT FRONT
TWEETER
Removal/Installation, page 23-358
Input Test/Replacement, page 23-388
Test, page 23-387 Removal/Installation, page 23-355
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How to Check for DTCs with the HDS
23-360HandsFreeLink System
General Troubleshooting Information
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NOTE: Check the vehicle battery condition first.
1. Make sure the ignition switch is in LOCK (0).
2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver’s side of the dashboard.
3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
4. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the HandsFreeLink control unit. If it doesn’t, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see page 11-204).
5. Select HandsFreeLink in the BODY ELECTRICAL menu.
6. Select DTCs in the HandsFreeLink menu.
7. Check for DTCs. If any DTCs are indicated, write down the DTCs, then go to the indicated DTC troubleshooting. If no DTCs are indicated, refer to symptom troubleshooting.
NOTE: After troubleshooting, clear the DTCs with the HDS.
For specific operations, refer to the user’s manual that came with the HDS.
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