Part Two
Navigation System Diagnostic Mode
USB Memory Information
If the USB memory is connected to the USB port, the screen displays the USB memory size, the Product ID, Vender ID, and connection status.
HDD
- This screen shows the HDD mount error and the temperature.
- The screen shows a list of total and free capacities of each partition.
- Select the Error History will display the error history occurred while reading or writing the data to HDD.
When the HDD status is OK, the connection between the HDD pins and the audio-navigation unit are good.
When the HDD status is NG, there is a connection problem between the HDD pins and the audio-navigation unit.
* When the HDD Status is NG, the screen does not show the free and total capacities of each partition, however, it shows the temperature.
DVD Mech
Do this procedure only when directed by the factory or other Honda service information (like a service bulletin).
This diagnostic screen checks the audio-navigation unit internal DVD player mechanism.
- The screen shows DVD Mech version. When the audio-navigation unit can read the version, the screen shows Connection OK. If the version number cannot be read, the screen shows the Connection NG.
- For models without rear entertainment, the screen shows only Front Mech information. It does not show Rear Mech information.
- Inserting the disc that contains a DVD Mech update program allows you to select Download. Otherwise it is grayed out.
- To update the DVD Mech, you must insert the update disc before selecting this screen. If you insert the update disc when you are on this screen, the DownLoad button stays grayed out. If this happens, exit the DVD Mech screen and start the procedure again.
RES
This checks the GA-NET Bus line to the rear controller and screen.
When the connection appears NG, check the connection open/short between the rear controller and screen and the audio-navigation unit.
Functional Setup
Select the item you want to check.
- Save Users Memory
- Demo Mode
- All Clear
- Mic Level
- HDD Record
Save Users Memory
NOTE: If the HDD is OK, transfer the HDD to the new audio-navigation unit. Do this procedure only when replacing the HDD (if possible).
When replacing the audio-navigation unit, this function allows the dealer to transfer the client's personal data to the new audio-navigation unit. The transferred information includes the client's Setup settings, and personal addresses. The dealer inserts a USB device into the USB port, and then select the Save Users Memory function. The two functions in this diagnostic screen are EXPORT and IMPORT. EXPORT saves the client's data to the USB device, and IMPORT moves the USB device files to the new audio-navigation unit.
This function does not start (the EXPORT and IMPORT buttons are grayed out) until you connect a USB device.
Select the EXPORT button to move the client's data from the original audio-navigation unit to the USB device. Select YES on the Export User Data Confirmation screen. The process takes only a couple of seconds. The system stores two files on the USB device.
NOTE: If the EXPORT button is grayed out, check the USB port.
After replacing the audio-navigation unit, allow the system to boot up. Insert the USB device into the USB port and enter the Save Users Memory in the navigation system diagnostic mode.
Select the IMPORT button to move the two files stored by the Export process from the USB device to the new audio-navigation unit. Select YES on the Import User Data Confirmation screen. When the transfer is finished (a few seconds) the system automatically reboot. After the system reboots, remove the USB device from the USB port.
NOTE: If the IMPORT button is grayed out, check if the Model and the Program Flash shown on the Version screen are the same.
Demo Mode
This screen is for factory use only, and should always be set to OFF. Occasionally the DEMO setting is turned ON when vehicles are being used at auto shows or similar events. Turning this feature on, allows the navigation system to automatically follow a route to a destination when the vehicle is stationary. The Speed Rate changes the speed of the demo mode.
All Clear
The all clear function deletes all ripped music, images, cell phone information, previous destinations, and the phonebook from the HDD.
When All Clear is selected, the system restarts after performing the All Clear process. After the restart, a normal start-up process occurs and needs GPS initialization.
If you select YES, the second confirmation screen appears.
Mic Level
This diagnostic allows you to independently test the microphone and the TALK and BACK buttons. They are used to activate the voice control system. The microphone is located near the map light in the roof console. The microphone can now isolate the driver's voice even when there is noise or other conversations in the vehicle. To properly check the microphones, make sure you are sitting in the driver's seat.
- Press the TALK button on the steering wheel, wait unit you hear a beep, and in a normal voice say "testing". The TALK indicator on the screen should momentarily turn green, and the text Now Recording... should appear in yellow. If the talk indicator shown on the screen does not briefly turn green when you press the TALK button, check the wiring from the steering wheel TALK button to the HandsFreeLink control unit. If there is no Mic Level movement when you speak, then you should check the wires running from the microphone in the roof console to the HandsFreeLink control unit and the audio-navigation unit. If the wires are OK, the microphone must be faulty; replace the microphone located in the roof console HFL Microphone Removal/Installation.
- Press the BACK button on the steering wheel. This should cause the BACK indicator on the screen to momentarily turn green. If it does not briefly turn to green, then check the wiring from the steering wheel BACK button to the HandsFreeLink control unit.
NOTE: The Mic level should reach the 6th bar.
HDD Record Deterrent Setting
This setting allows you to enable or disable recording CDs to the HDD. Refer to the Owner's manual for more information about ripping music to the HDD.
NOTE: If the HDD Rec. Deterrent is set to on, and the client tries to rip a CD to the HDD, an error message appears on the screen.
Deterrent Setting OFF
Deterrent Setting ON
XM (HIP) System Link
This diagnostic tests the wire connections between the XM (HIP) components.
XM Status
You can check the XM status in this screen.
B-CAN
B-CAN (Body Controller Area Network) passes information between processors on the network. The B-CAN network uses a communication protocol that transmits data at 33.33 Kbps.
If the diagnostic screen reads NG, turn the ignition switch to ON. Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) for the B-CAN can be retrieved with the HDS (Honda Diagnostic System). The data displayed in the ID boxes is for factory use only.
GPS Information
This screen shows the current status of GPS reception. The circular diagram shows the current location of the GPS satellites (yellow numbers) as they would appear in the sky. The outer circle represents the horizon (0 degrees elevation). The middle and inner circles represents 30 and 60 degrees respectively. The very center of the diagram (90 degrees elevation) is directly overhead. Nearby obstructions, like tall buildings will block satellites in that direction. That is why it is necessary to be in an open area to effectively troubleshoot GPS reception issues. The satellite numbers shown on the diagram correspond to the PRN number in the GPS Details screen. There are always at least 24 active GPS satellites in orbit. Because satellites fail, and have to be removed from service, spares are always parked in orbit, ready to be activated. This is why the PRN (satellite ID number) can be greater than 24.
NOTE: When you use this screen for troubleshooting, park the vehicle outside, away from buildings, tall trees, and high-tension wires for at least 10 minutes with the engine running.
- The Number of Satellites box shows the number of acquired satellites (maximum of 12). It should contain four or more icons. If not, troubleshoot for GPS icon is white or not shown Symptom Troubleshooting.
- The Current Position shows latitude, longitude, and elevation (in feet). If there are less than four satellites, the elevation can be grossly inaccurate.
- The Date/Time field shows the current date, and also GMI time.
NOTE: Pressing the map/guide button displays the satellite number on each circle.
GPS Detail
By pressing and holding the MENU button for 2 seconds, a GPS Detail screen appears. This screen displays real time incoming satellite positional data when the vehicle is outside in the open. The information shown on this screen is for factory use.
NOTE: The data shown is an example only.
- The box TS/AS and H Dop (horizontal dilution of precision)/V Dop (vertical dilution of precision) is for factory use.
- The Speed and Direction information is updated in real time when driving.
- The Date/Time Information is the same as in Setup screen 2 Adjust Time Zone/Clock.
- If the 3D icon is shown above the yellow dots, this implies that at least four satellites are available for map positioning, and the GPS indicator on the map screen will be green. See the Global Positioning System detailed explanation in the System Description.
- If the row of data in the table below begins with a yellow dot, the AZI and EL fields can be used to locate each satellite on the circular GPS diagram (see prior screen).
The table of values shown below define the terms at the top of the columns in the GPS detail screen.
Yaw Rate
This diagnostic checks the yaw rate sensor in the control unit. This device detects when the vehicle turns, and repositions the vehicle position icon on the map screen. For more detailed information, see the yaw rate sensor theory of operation under System Description.
- Sensor indicates the voltage output from the yaw rate sensor. It should indicate about 2.500 volts when the vehicle is stopped.
- Offset is the reference voltage or standard within the yaw rate sensor. It also should indicate about 2.500 volts when stopped.
- A sensor output voltage LOWER than the Offset voltage indicates that the vehicle is turning to the right.
- A sensor output voltage HIGHER than the Offset voltage indicates that the vehicle is turning to the left.
- The yaw rate offset, and sensor should both indicate about 2.500 volts when the vehicle is stopped. If either reads zero, or 5.000 volts, replace the audio-navigation unit Audio-Navigation Unit Removal/Installation.
- The yaw rate offset and sensor should be within +/-0.01 V of each other when the vehicle is stopped. The sensor value should change relative to the offset as the vehicle turns while driving. If not, replace the audio-navigation unit Audio-Navigation Unit Removal/Installation.
Example: Car stopped
Example: Car turning
- Sensitivity study represents the status of the internal tuning function. At initialization, this value starts at 6 and increases to #10 as the internal correction values become more accurate.
- The settings CCW Cal Factor, CW Cal Factor, and Set are for factory use only. THIS SHOULD NEVER BE ADJUSTED.
- For detailed analysis of the yaw rate select tuning.
Yaw Rate Tuning
This diagnostic allows you to graphically display problems with the yaw rate sensor.
- The ANG-Disp value accumulates any differences between the offset, and sensor voltages (see Yaw Rate diagnostic). When the sensor functions normally, the random changes in these two voltages generally cancels out, so the value is 0. However if one voltage is consistently higher than the other, then the ANG-Disp value accumulates the constant change.
- The Reset button temporarily clears the angular accumulation (ANG-Disp), and clears the display dots.
- Do not touch the CCW, CW, or Set buttons. These are used for factory setup only.
Two tests are explained below. For gross problems with the sensor, the stationary test usually confirms whether the sensor is defective. For yaw rate issues related to driving, do the road test described below.
1. Stationary test: If the VP icon spins with the vehicle parked and the engine running and the ANG-Disp value slowly increases or decreases, the yaw rate sensor is defective. Replace the audio-navigation unit Audio-Navigation Unit Removal/Installation.
2. Road test: Drive the vehicle on a very straight, smooth road. Enter the diagnostic mode, select Yaw rate, and touch the Tuning button. While driving down a straight road, the white dots should trace a straight line across the screen. However, if you are driving on a straight road, and you notice the dots constantly dropping down or heading up as you drive, the audio-navigation unit's yaw sensor is defective. To run the test again, touch Reset to clear ANG-Disp, and the dotted lines.
If either test above fails, please enter Yaw rate sensor defective for the problem description, on the audio-navigation unit return form.
NOTE: The CCW, CW and Set buttons are disabled and cannot be activated.
Car Status
Use this screen to confirm that the audio-navigation unit is properly receiving input signals. Signals equal to (0) are OFF, and signals equal to (1) are ON. If the value on the display does not match the actual vehicle status, then check the wire carrying the signal.
- VSP-Vehicle Speed Pulse from PCM (audio-navigation unit connector A (24P) terminal No. 15)
a) OFF (0) when vehicle is not moving
b) ON (1) when vehicle is moving
The VSP comes from the PCM as a dedicated signal. Internally, the audio-navigation unit compares the actual VP on the map against street data to adjust the pulse to speed scaling factor. As this scaling factor becomes more accurate, the Level gradually increases from 0 to 10 (see the Tire Calibrate diagnostic screen).
- BACK-Reverse indication from taillight relay (audio-navigation unit connector C (28P) terminal No. 20)
a) OFF (0) when the shift lever is in any position other than reverse
b) ON (1) when the shift lever is in reverse
The Back signal is used by the audio-navigation unit to allow the map screen to show the VP moving backwards when in reverse. This signal is needed because the Speed Pulse has no direction indication.
- ILL-Illumination Indication(audio-navigation unit connector C (28P) terminal No. 4)
a) OFF (0) when parking lights, or headlights are off
b) ON (1) when parking lights, or headlights are on
The navigation uses the signal to determine whether to put the navigation screen into the Day or Night brightness mode. (Setup screen 1)
NOTE:
- The PARK on this diagnostic screen in '10 models always shows [-] as the parking signal is sent directly to the display, and not the audio-navigation unit.
- You will not see this display when you shift into R because the screen displays the rearview camera image.
Version
This screen displays the current version information for the navigation system software. In addition, this screen allows the loading of updated software if requested by the factory, or instructed by a service bulletin. Software may be loaded from a DVD or a USB device.
- Flash: Displays the version of the navigation software in memory.
- HDD: Displays the version of the navigation software in the navigation HDD.
- USB: If displayed, this value represents the version of the USB software in the USB device.
- Disc: If displayed, this value represents the version of the navigation software on the navigation DVD.
- DSP: Displays the version of the DSP firmware.
- IPL, APL, DBOOT, HDD, and APP, are all for factory use.
- Model: For this model, the field should begin with STX.
- Download: Do not touch, unless instructed by the factory or any other official Honda service information (like a service bulletin).
Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
Error Message Table
