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Navigation Unit Removal/Installation

NOTE:
  • Before replace the navigation unit, back-up the client data using system diagnostic mode "save users memory" under the functional set up (see TIRE CALIBRATE ).
  • If the navigation unit is replaced or disconnected, a Map Matching must be done (see MAP MATCHING ).
  1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  2. Eject the DVD from the original navigation unit (see DVD-ROM REPLACEMENT ). To avoid scratching or damaging the DVD, temporarily place the DVD in a jewel case.
    NOTE: If the DVD will not eject, refer to SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING  "Navigation unit will not eject or accept the navigation DVD".
  3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
  4. Remove the passenger's console cover.
  5. Remove the volts (A), then pull out the navigation unit (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Navigation Unit
    G05446657Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Disconnect the connectors (C), then remove the bolts (D) and the brackets (E).
  7. Install in the reverse order of removal
  8. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), then reinstall the client's original DVD, verifying that the DVD is free of scratches or smudges.
    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.
  9. Check any official Honda service website for more service information about for the navigation system. Apply any prescribed patches to the new navigation unit.
    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. Give the new navigation anti-theft code to the client.
  11. Park the vehicle outside, and do the GPS initialization. (see GPS INITIALIZATION ).
  12. Give the new navigation anti-theft code to the client.
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