Honda Civic. Manual — part 909

YES -Replace the navigation unit (see NAVIGATION UNIT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).

NO -Refer to troubleshooting for NO PICTURE IS DISPLAYED .

GPS ICON IS WHITE OR NOT SHOWN

1. Check for metallic window tint on the windshield and electronic aftermarket

accessories (possibly hidden) mounted near the GPS antenna or the navigation
unit.

Is there metallic window tint or electronic accessories?

YES -Remove tint or the accessories and recheck.

NO -Go to step 2.

2. Go into the Diagnostic Menu and use the Navi System Link test (see SYSTEM

DIAGNOSTIC MODE) to check the GPS antenna.

Is the GPS Ant icon red?

YES -Use the Navi ECU test under Unit Check (see UNIT CHECK) to check
for a kinked, crushed, or disconnected GPS antenna wire. If necessary, try a
known-good GPS antenna. If icon is still red, replace the navigation unit.

NO -Check that nothing is blocking the GPS antenna located behind the gauge
assembly and recheck. Substitute a known-good navigation unit, and recheck.

VOICE GUIDANCE CANNOT BE HEARD, IS BROKEN UP, OR THERE IS STATIC

NOTE:

Make sure the vehicle is parked outside and away from
buildings.

Refer to GPS INFORMATION for realtime satellite
reception display.

Check for window tinting above the GPS antenna and
any non-OEM accessories mounted near the navigation
unit or GPS antenna.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Navigation System - Civic (Except Hybrid)

1. Press the display unit SET-UP button.
2. Check the volume setting for the navigation system.

Is it set to OFF?

YES -Set the volume to an audible level.

NO -Go to step 3.

3. Check the radio operation.

Can you hear the radio?

YES -Go to step 4.

NO -Troubleshoot the audio system.

4. Go into the Diagnostic Menu and use the Navi System Link test (see SYSTEM

DIAGNOSTIC MODE) to check the radio.

Is the Radio icon red?

NOTE:

Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are
installed.

Check any official Honda service website for more
service information about the navigation system.

Check that the volume setting and voice feedback are
turned ON.

Check the connectors for poor connection or loose
terminals.

Before troubleshooting, make sure you have the
navigation system 4-digit anti-theft code, then write
down the audio presets.

After troubleshooting, enter the navigation system anti-
theft code, then enter the audio presets.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Navigation System - Civic (Except Hybrid)

YES -Troubleshoot the audio system.

NO -Go to step 5.

5. Test the voice control switch (see VOICE CONTROL SWITCH TEST).

Is voice control switch OK?

YES -Replace the navigation unit (see NAVIGATION UNIT
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION).

NO -Replace the voice control switch (see VOICE CONTROL SWITCH
REPLACEMENT).

VOICE CONTROL DOES NOT WORK/RESPOND

Before assuming that a voice complaint is hardware related, ensure that the voice
control system is being operated correctly.

Make sure you are on the correct screen when trying to issue a voice command.
For instance, the command "Find the nearest Italian Restaurant" only works on
a Map screen.

(See the Navigation System Manual for a complete list of allowed voice

NOTE:

Make sure that the correct DVD color and version are
installed.

Check any official Honda service website for more
service information about the navigation system.

Check the connector for poor connection or loose
terminals.

Before troubleshooting, make sure you have the
navigation system 4-digit anti-theft code, then write
down the audio presets.

After troubleshooting, enter the anti-theft code then
enter the audio presets.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Navigation System - Civic (Except Hybrid)

commands for the information being displayed.)

Close the windows, moonroof, and doors.

Set the fan speed to low (1 or 2).

Adjust the air flow from the air conditioning vents so that they do not blow
against the microphone on the ceiling.

Pause after pressing the TALK button, then give a voice command clearly in a
natural speaking voice. If the system cannot recognize your command, speak
louder.

If the microphone picks up voices other than yours, the system may not
interpret your voice commands correctly.

If you speak a command with something in your mouth, or your voice is too
husky, the system may misunderstand your command.

Compare the system operation with a known-good vehicle. Have more than
one person test the system operation. If the like known-good vehicle performs
the same, if is a characteristic of the system.

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
2. Go into the Diagnostic Menu and use the Mic Level test under Functional

Setup (see FUNCTIONAL SETUP) to check the operation of the TALK and
BACK buttons.

Are the TALK and BACK buttons operational?

YES -Go to step 15.

NO -Go to step 3.

3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
4. Do the voice control switch test (see VOICE CONTROL SWITCH TEST).

Is the voice control switch OK?

YES -

2-door model: Go to step 5.

2008 Honda Civic EX

2006-08 ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENT Navigation System - Civic (Except Hybrid)