Symptom Troubleshooting

Navigation System Symptom Troubleshooting - GPS icon is white or not shown on the map screen

GPS icon is white or not shown on the map screen

Diagnostic Test: Navi System Link

NOTE:

- Check the vehicle battery condition first Testing and Inspection.
- Check any official Honda service website for more service information about the navigation system.
- With good reception, the icon is normally green.
- Make sure the GPS antenna is plugged in.
- Check for any aftermarket accessories or metallic window tinting that may be interfering with the GPS signal.
- Make sure the vehicle is parked outside, away from buildings.
- Refer to GPS Information for real-time satellite reception display.

1. Check for aftermarket metallic window tint on the windshield and electronic aftermarket accessories (possibly hidden) mounted near the GPS antenna or the navigation unit.

Is there aftermarket metallic window tint or electronic accessories?

YES -

Remove tint or the accessories, and recheck.�

NO -

Go to step 2.

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

3. Go into the Diagnostic Menu and select the Self-Diagnosis Mode in the Select Diagnosis Items menu Navigation System Diagnostic Mode.

4. Check the System Links.

Is the GPS Ant icon red?

YES -

Check for a kinked, crushed, or disconnected GPS antenna wire. If icon is still red, replace the GPS antenna Service and Repair. If the symptom is still present, replace the harness between the navigation unit and the GPS antenna.�

NO -

Check that nothing is blocking the GPS antenna located in the dash, and recheck. Substitute a known-good GPS antenna Service and Repair, and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original GPS antenna Service and Repair. If the symptom is still present, substitute a known-good navigation unit Service and Repair, and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original navigation unit Service and Repair.�