Honda 2007 Acura RL User Manual page 70

2005-08 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT Navigation System - RL
1. Make sure the anti-theft code for the audio system is entered.
2. Go into the Diagnostic mode, and use the "Navi System Link" diagnostic (see NAVI SYSTEM
LINK ).
Is the "XM" icon red?
YES - Do the troubleshooting for the voice guidance cannot be heard (see VOICE GUIDANCE
CANNOT BE HEARD, IS BROKEN UP, OR THERE IS STATIC ).
NO - Go to step 3.
3. Substitute a known-good navigation unit (see NAVIGATION UNIT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Can the navi control XM radio?
YES - Replace the navigation unit (see NAVIGATION UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
NO - Do the audio system troubleshooting.
TRAFFIC INFORMATION IS NOT BEING SHOWN ON MAP SCREEN
If your customer complains that traffic is not being displayed, it could be because a traffic setting is not
correct.
NOTE:
Check the vehicle battery condition first.
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Always check for and resolve all CAN DTCs before troubleshooting the
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navigation system.
Always check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
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Before troubleshooting, get the navigation system anti-theft codes.
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After troubleshooting, enter the navigation system anti-theft codes.
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Verify that the correct navigation unit is installed for this model.
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Go into the Diagnostic mode and use "Version" (see VERSION ).
Always make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
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Check on-line for service bulletins or other service information for the
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navigation system.
2007 Acura RL
A marginal battery or poorly performing charging system may
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cause the XM/HIP unit to malfunction.
The vehicle is equipped with an auto start feature hat keeps the
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starter motor engaged, even when you release the ignition switch.
Due to the ignition design, if a client releases the ignition switch
before the engine starts, the XM/HIP unit may receive unusually
low voltage. This may cause the XM/HIP to malfunction. When
starting the vehicle, hold the ignition switch in the START (III)
position until the motor starts.