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Audio disc does not play Audio disc skips
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Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100
NOTE: Check the vehicle battery condition first.
Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
1. Try loading a known-good disc.
Go to step 2.
Go to audio disc does not load (see page
23-228).
2. Insert the diagnostics CD (T/N: 07AAZ-SDBA100) in the navigation unit or audio unit.
The original disc is faulty, or has an
unreadable format.
With navigation: Replace the navigation unit (see page 23-355).
Without navigation: Replace the audio unit (see page 23-256). Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100
Skip test CD 07AAZ-SDBA200 (ABEX-TCD-725B)
Skip test CD 07AAZ-SDBA300 (ABEX-TCD-721)
1. Confirm the vehicles tires are properly inflated.
2. Check the client’s CD for scratches, fingerprints, and marks.
NOTE: Do this following test with audio unit bass
and treble set to clients listening performance.
When comparing to known-good vehicles,
comparison should be performed on same model
and trim level.
3. Test drive to identify when the CD skips. The diagnostics CD (T/N: 07AAZ-SDBA100) can be used
if clients CD is not available. Use tracks 10 to 12.
Go to step 4.
Operation is normal.
4. Compare the clients CD that skips in a known-good vehicle under the same conditions.
Operation is normal.
Go to step 5.
NOTE: Do this following test with vehicle parked
and engine running.
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Audio System
Sound Quality Diagnosis (cont’d)
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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8. Compare the client’s vehicle’s sound quality results to the known-good vehicle’s results.
If the sound quality in the client’s vehicle is comparable to the sound quality in the known-
good vehicle, then the client’s vehicle is
operating as designed.
If the sound quality is not comparable, check these items in order.
– Loose or improperly installed speakers or other hardware that may become excited by
the vibrations generated by the speakers
– Poor power or ground to the stereo amplifier (Type S model)
– Damaged speaker(s)
– Faulty amplifier
– Faulty navigation unit
– Faulty audio unit Do this test to check the performance of the audio unit’s
AM and FM reception. Refer to symptom
troubleshooting: audio sound weak or distorted, or no
sound is heard from speakers (display is normal)
(see page 23-206) before continuing with this test.
NOTE:
Window tint, aftermarket theft-recovery devices and other aftermarket accessories may reduce radio
reception.
Changes in cloud cover and other atmosphere conditions will affect the ab ility of the navigation unit
or audio unit to receive radio signals.
1. Park the client’s vehicle in an open area away from buildings or other obstructions.
2. Park a known-good vehicle (same year, model, and trim level) next to the client’s vehicle, facing the
same direction.
3. Start the engine in the client’s vehicle, and turn on the radio.
4. Set the FM receiver to 87.7 MHz.
5. Press the Seek button and record the first station that the navigation unit or audio unit locks onto.
6. Press the Seek button repeatedly, and write down each station that the navigation unit or audio
unit locks onto until the station recorded in step 5 is
reached again.
7. Set the AM receiver to 530 kHz.
8. Press the Seek button, and record the first station that the navigation unit or audio unit locks
on to.
9. Press the Seek button repeatedly, and write down each station that the navigation unit or audio
unit locks onto until the station recorded in step 8 is
reached again.
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Service Precautions
System InitializationEntering the Security Code
GPS Initialization
23-268Navigation System
General Troubleshooting Information (cont’d)
The navigation system lost power and is acquiring its
location from the GPS satellites. This usually takes
less than 10 minutes.
* Start the engine.
*Parkthevehicleinanopenareaawayfromtrees,
* Remove loose articles, cell phones, or electrical
* If this screen is displayed repeatedly when starting power lines, and tall buildings.
accessories located near the GPS antenna.
the vehicle, see your dealer.
If you need to replace the navigation unit, you can
back-up the navigation data and transfer it to a new
navigation unit. See Save users memory (see page
23-310).
When the battery is disconnected, the internal GPS clock resets to 0:00. The clock resets to the correct
time after the system finishes GPS initialization.
Before disconnecting the battery, make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the
navigation system, and write down the audio presets.
Also obtain any PGM-FI or transmission DTCs and
freeze frame date (which are lost when the ECM/PCM
loses power).
After reconnecting the battery, you have to wait to get the initial signal from the satellite. It will take from 10
to 45 minutes.
Adjust the setup clock settings (time zone and daylight savings) in the navigation system.
Before returning the vehicle to the client, enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the
navigation system.
If the navigation system loses power (like the battery
was disconnected), the navigation system requires
initialization. Once completed, your system is ready to
use.
This initialization requires the following: Entering the 4-digit anti-theft security code to unlock the system
GPS initialization (may not be needed depending of the length of time the system was without power)
Map matching to align the GPS to a location on the map Any time the navigation system loses power, you need
to enter the 4-digit anti-theft code on the navigation
system display. This 4-digit code is located on a small
code card that was given to the customer. Enter the 4-
digit code, then select Done.
If the navigation system anti-theft code is missing, use
the interactive Network (iN) to look it up. You need the
serial number for the navigation unit to do this.
You can view the serial number by entering the
diagnostic mode. Select Unit Check from the main
menu, then the ECU info diagnostic screen. This allows
you to get the serial number without removing the
navigation unit.
The iN may display more than one code for a given
serial number. This is because serial numbers are not
unique. You may have to try more than one 4-digit code.
If no code is shown, or if the code(s) given do not work
in the navigation unit, contact the Automobile Warranty
department. If the code 0000 works, replace the
navigation unit.
When replacing the navigation unit or audio unit, make
sure you give the client the new anti-theft security code.
NOTE: You must park the vehicle outside with a clear
view of the southern sky.
Depending on the length of time the battery was
disconnected, your system may require GPS
initialization. If it does, the following screen appears:
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Map MatchingObtaining A Navigation DVD
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Something is interfering with the system’s ability to
acquire its location. Check the following:
* The vehicle must be in an open area with a clear
* Remove sources of GPS interference like metallic
* Check GPS antenna cable connection.
* Restart the engine and repeat the GPS acquire view of the sky.
window tint above antenna, or electrical items
near antenna(see owner’s manual for details).
procedure. If the problem persists, see your dealer.
If this procedure is not necessary, the system proceeds
directly to the Disclaimer screen. During initialization,
the system searches for all available GPS satellites, and
obtains their orbital information. During this procedure
the vehicle should be out in the open with a clear view
of the sky.
If the navigation system finds the satellites properly,
this box clears, and changes to the Disclaimer screen. If
within 10 minutes the system fails to locate a sufficient
number of satellites to locate your position, the
following screen appears.
It this screen appears, turn off the engine, then restart
the vehicle and move it to a different location. If the
disclaimer screen appears, the GPS initialization is
complete.
NOTE:
The average acquiring time is less than 10 minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes.
If the system is still unable to acquire a signal, follow the instructions on the screen. If this screen appears
again, go to troubleshooting for the GPS icon is white
or not shown (see page 23-341).
Skip to a CSF screen by pushing the MENU and INFO buttons at the same time and can move to an System
Links screen.
This part of the initialization matches the GPS
coordinates with a road on the map screen. To do this
part of the procedure, make sure that the navigation
system is displays a map, and drive the vehicle on a
mapped road shown on the map screen. Do not enter a
destination at this time. When the name of the current
road you are driving on, appears at the bottom of the
screen, the entire procedure is complete. Your system
is now ready to use. If the Navigation DVD is lost or damaged, or you need a
yearly
updated DVD, you have two ways to purchase
one. You can either call 888-549-3798, or order on-line
at www.acura.com.
Both methods require a credit card. The DVD cannot be
ordered through the parts system. The following DVDs
will not work in this navigation system:
Earlier model navigation DVDs (black, orange, light blue label and the older versions with a white label)
Map software programs manufactured by other companies
DVD movies, or DVDs containing audio recordings
Update DVDs are available for purchase usually in the
fall of each year. They may contain the following: Enhanced maps and points of interest (POI) coverage
Fixes for minor software bugs
Additional features
NOTE: Map matching must be done any time the DVD is removed or replaced.
Always order navigation DVDs on an as-needed basis. During a typical model year, each color DVD may
undergo a half a dozen software only version
upgrades to fix minor issues on some or all models
the DVD supports. This is normal. Usually only the
letter at the end of the version number changes,
while the database (maps and POIs) remain
unchanged.
Never promise your customer future free updates.
There are no free programs for updating the
navigation DVD. Update DVDs are generally available
for purchase each fall. The online DVD order site
provides information when an update for a particular
color DVD is available.
Damaged discs are not covered by warranty unless they have been damaged by the navigation system.
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and How to Inspect A DVD for Damage
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To determine the navigation version on a particular
model, start the engine, then locate the navigation unit.
Open the DVD door, and push the eject button to eject
the DVD. Hold the DVD by the edges, and check for
these items: Check any official Acura service website for more service information about the navigation DVDs.
The DVD label color.
Read the DVD version on the label, and note it on the repair order. The version number is near the bottom
of the label text (for example, ver: 4.23A). You will
need this version number:
– To verify that the DVD version is appropriate for the vehicle. Check any official Honda service website
for more service information.
– Any time you call Tech Line regarding a navigation system issue.
– To answer client inquires concerning update or coverage issue.
NOTE: Client’s may obtain DVDs from sources
outside the normal ordering process. If you
determine this is the case, recommend that your
customer purchase the appropriate DVD from the
Acura Disc Fulfillment Center (see ORDERING A
DVD).
– Check the underside of the DVD for signs of mishandling. Deep scratches, or random scratches,
light swirl marks, or fingerprints can cause random
lock-ups, reboots, erratic voice response, erratic
positioning errors, and DVD read or format errors.
NOTE: A damaged DVD is not covered under
warranty unless the disc is damaged by the
navigation unit. Damage by the navigation unit
typically appears as circular scratches caused by
something rubbing against the DVD as it spins. The
damage may appear as arcs or complete circles on
the DVD reading surface.
– Verify that the underside of the DVD is silver, and not a copy with a blue color. Copies will not work
properly and can cause other symptoms that mimic
hardware problems. Incorrectly colored DVDs being put into navigation
vehicles. This causes the system to either display
error messages, or causes system malfunctions that
mimic a hardware problem. This results in the client
leaving with a malfunctioning navigation system.
The DVD version provided to the client is out-of date or incompatible with a particular model. This
inconveniences your client by delaying the repair, or
by causing additional (and unnecessary) returns to
your dealership.
The client experiences bugs or other issues that have already been resolved in later versions currently
available at the fulfillment desk.
If the DVD is defective, or has any of the issues
mentioned above, return the vehicle to your client and
recommend that they order the proper DVD from the
Acura Disc Fulfillment Center.
NOTE: Navigation DVDs do not come with replacement
navigation units. If you are replacing a navigation unit
because it is defective (following appropriate service
manual troubleshooting), and the DVD does not eject,
order a DVD. See Obtaining a navigation DVD.
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Hardware Error History
Software Error (Soft error) History
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Return
System Links Help
Exit Diag
ReturnReturn
Navi.ECUSelect Diagnosis Items Self- Diagnosis Mode
Detail Information & Setting
(Navi will check internal function. connections, etc.
Perform this test with vehicle stopped and engine running.)
(Individual Diagnostic screens to confirma specific diagnostic screen.)
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History
Yaw
Sensor Car Status
ECU Info. Hard Key
DVD Mic
HFL
Press any icon if you want to see details. GPS Ant. R. Camera
Display Radio
A/C
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Hard Error Soft Error
Hard Error
Clear Save
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2. 2707 Mic Diag 2004:12:31 - 19:15:50
2. 2707 GPS Diag:Antenna
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The Error History feature is to record intermittent
navigation issues that occur while using the system.
Sometimes the client complaint cannot be duplicated.
The error history may record the information needed to
diagnose the problem. To check the error history:
1. Start the engine.
2. Press and hold the MAP/GUIDE, MENU, and CANCEL buttons for 3 seconds.
3. When the Select Diagnosis Items menu is displayed, select Detail Information & Setting.
4. When the navigation unit has hard codes, the Error History icon appears yellow when the Self
Diagnosis mode (System links) screen is displ ayed.
When no hard errors are stored, the icon appears
gray. To view the errors with their DTC codes,
select the error history icon. 5. Select Hard Error.
NOTE: Soft errors are for factory use only.
6. The Hard Error screen displays the following information for each error:
The DTC trouble code for the error
A brief description of the DTC code
The date and time when the error occurred.
NOTE: To see additional errors, use the joystick to select UP or DOWN.
Select Clear to delete the error history. The Save feature is for factory use only.
7. Use the DTC Symptom Troubleshooting table to troubleshoot the error.
8. Clear the DTCs.
9. Select Return to exit the error history.
Software errors are not available. They are for factory
use only.
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System Diagnostic Mode
Return System LinksHelp
Exit Diag
ReturnReturn
Navi.ECUSelect Diagnosis Items Self- Diagnosis Mode
Detail Information & Setting
(Navi will check internal function. connections, etc.
Perform this test with vehicle stopped and engine running.)
(Individual Diagnostic screens to confirma specific diagnostic screen.)
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Error
History
Yaw
Sensor Car Status
ECU Info. Hard Key
DVD Mic
HFL
Press any icon if you want to see details. GPS Ant. R. Camera
Display Radio
A/C
Start the vehicle, and at the disclaimer screen use the
navigation display hard buttons as described below:
Make sure the battery is in good condition, then press
and hold the three buttons MAP/GUIDE, MENU, and
CANCEL, for about 3 seconds. The display screen goes
directly to the Select Diagnosis Items menu shown
below.
Self-Diagnosis Mode (runs the automatic diagnosis of the navigation system)
Detail Information & Setting (allows you to manually diagnose the navigation system) 1. By selecting Self-Diagnosis Mode from the
navigation screen main menu. The message at the
bottom of the screen flashes indicating the
diagnostic is running. Make sure you enter the
audio anti-theft code.
NOTE: The system cannot complete a full diagnosis unless the engine is running.
DTC 2703 can be stored when the ignition switch is at ACCESSORY (I). With the ignition switch is
in ACCESSORY (I), the climate control unit is
turned off and the navigation unit loses
communication and stores DTCs. Therefore,
there is a possibility that the system is normal
even DTC 2703 is stored. Check system links with
the engine running, and if it shows normal, the
system is OK at this time.
2. Select the icon you want to diagnose. Push in the select the icon to see the details of that diagnostic
function.
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