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Navigation frequently asks for anti-theft code and needs GPS initialization

NOTE:
  • This is often caused by a loss of battery power, a low or poor battery condition or a poor ground.
  • Always make sure that the correct DVD color and version are installed.
  • Check any official Honda Web site for more service information about the navigation system.
  1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
  2. Disconnect navigation unit connector C (8P), and check for loose terminals.

    Are the circuits OK? 

    YES  - Repair or replace the loose terminal(s).

    NO  - Go to step 3.

  3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  4. Measure the voltage between body ground and navigation unit connector C (8P) terminals No. 1 and No. 2 individually.

    Is there battery voltage? 

    YES  - Go to step 5.

    NO  - If the +B wire does not have voltage, repair an open in the wire between the under-hood fuse/relay box and the navigation unit. If the ACC wire does not have voltage, repair open in the wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box and the navigation unit.

    Fig 1: Measuring Voltage Between Body Ground And Navigation Unit Connector C (8P) Terminals No. 1 And No. 2
    G00485990Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Measure the voltage between navigation unit connector C (8P) terminal No. 4 and body ground.

    Is there 0.2 V or less? 

    YES  - Replace the navigation unit.

    NO  - Repair open or high resistance in the wire between the navigation unit and body ground (G504) (see DASHBOARD WIRE HARNESS (VIEW OF MIDDLE) ).

    Fig 2: Measuring Voltage Between Navigation Unit Connector C (8P) Terminal No. 4 And Body Ground.
    G00485991Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.