Anti-Theft Feature

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The navigation system and audio unit have a coded theft protection circuit. Make sure you have the anti-theft security code numbers before:

Disconnecting the battery.
Disconnecting the navigation unit connector A (8P).
Removing the No. 7 (7.5 A) fuse from the under-dash fuse/relay box.

After service, reconnect power to the navigation unit, and turn the ignition switch ON (II). Enter the 4-digit anti-theft security code, then select Done.

If the code card is lost or unavailable, you can get the code from the iN using the navigation system serial number. The system serial number can easily be obtained without removing the navigation unit. To get the serial number and the code, do this:

Press and hold the MENU, MAP/GUIDE, and CANCEL buttons at the same time.
At the select diagnosis items screen, select Detail Information & Settings, select Unit Check, then ECU Info (see UNIT CHECK ). The system runs a brief diagnosis, then the navigation unit serial number is displayed at the bottom of the screen.
Use the Anti-theft code inquiry option on the iN to look up the 4-digit anti-theft code. 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.

Alternatively, you can find the serial number on the underside label which is located on the navigation unit in the cargo area.

When replacing the navigation unit, be sure to give the customer the new anti-theft code.