Honda Civic. Manual — part 899

Fig. 4: Identifying GPS Initialization Label
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After 30 minutes with this screen displayed, turn off the engine, then restart the
vehicle. If you now see the Disclaimer screen, the GPS initialization is complete.

AFTER SERVICING PROCEDURES-MAP MATCHING

Park the vehicle in an area where the GPS satellite signals are unobstructed,
and check the satellite mark on the display.

Drive the vehicle 1 mile before entering a destination and confirm the road
being used is displayed at the bottom of the screen (map-matched).

Enter the dealer address and confirm the system routes and performs normally.

Clear any previous destinations and address entries that may have been entered
for testing purposes.

OBTAINING A NAVIGATION DVD

If the navigation DVD is lost or damaged, or you need a yearly updated DVD, you
have two ways to purchase one. You can either call (888) 291-4675, or order online
at www.honda.com.

Both methods require a credit card. The DVD for this model has a turquoise

NOTE:

The average acquiring time is less than 10 minutes, but
it can take as long as 45 minutes.

If the system is still unable to acquire a signal, follow
the instructions on the screen. If this screen appears
again, go to troubleshooting for the GPS icon is white
or not shown (see GPS ICON IS WHITE OR NOT
SHOWN).

To bypass the GPS acquire screens, press and hold the
Menu and Zoom Out keys at the same time. Touch the
Return button on the screen to exit the diagnostic
mode. This allows you to continue troubleshooting
while in the shop.

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(blue/green) label and cannot be ordered through the parts system. The following
DVDs will not work in this navigation system:

Earlier model navigation DVDs (black, orange, or white label)

Map software programs manufactured by other companies

DVD movies or DVDs containing audio recordings

Copies of an original navigation DVD

Updated DVDs are available for purchase usually in the fall of each year. They may
contain the following:

Enhanced maps and points of interest (POI) coverage

Fixes for minor software bugs

Additional features

DVD HANDING AND CLEANING

To avoid damaging or leaving fingerprints on the DVD, always handle it by the
edges and place it in a jewel case whenever it is outside the navigation unit. Deep

NOTE:

Map-matching must be done any time the DVD is
removed or replaced.

Always order navigation DVDs on an as-needed basis.
During a typical model year, each color DVD may
undergo a half a dozen software-only version upgrades
to fix minor issues on some or all models the DVD
supports. This is normal. Usually only the letter at the
end of the version number changes, while the database
(maps and POIs) remain unchanged.

Never promise your clients future free updates. There
are no free programs for updating the navigation DVD.
Update DVDs are generally available for purchase each
fall. The online DVD order site provides information
when an update for a particular color DVD is available.
Damaged discs are not warrantable.

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scratches or fingerprints on the back of the DVD can cause intermittent rebooting or
other system errors.

Fig. 5: Precaution For - DVD Handing
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Smudges and fingerprints can be carefully removed using a mild cleaner and tissues
designed to clean eyeglasses. To clean a DVD, use a clean soft cloth. Very gently
wipe across the DVD from the center to the outside edge, never in a circular
motion.

Fig. 6: Precaution For - DVD Cleaning
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Do not place stabilizer rings or labels on the DVD.

EARLIEST DVD VERSION APPLICATION FOR EACH MODEL

Each navigation system DVD contains a map/POI (point of interest) database and
the navigation system software for each model that it supports. Inserting an older
DVD can cause problems since it lacks the software to provide the specific features

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needed for that model. Unfortunately, the navigation software does not detect or
warn you that the version is outdated, and it may even appear to operate.

Typical warning symptoms that an outdated DVD is being used include:

The Honda model navigation screen may display a Acura logo while booting
up.

A newly introduced model future or accessory may not display properly, and
Extension will display instead.

The current street (the street being driven on) may not appear properly at the
bottom of the map screen display when the vehicle is driven on a main road.

HOW TO IDENTIFY NAVIGATION DVD VERSIONS, AND HOW TO INSPECT A DVD FOR
DAMAGE

To determine the navigation version on a particular model, start the engine, then
locate the navigation unit. Open the DVD door, and push the eject button to eject
the DVD. Hold the DVD by the edges, and check for these items:

The label color.

Read the DVD version on the label, and note it on the repair order. The version
number is near the bottom of the label text (for example, ver: 4.23A). You will

NOTE:

Replacing a DVD just because the version number is higher
is not always warranted. A higher software version does not
necessarily mean it contains newer software for your
model. The DVD contains software for all models that use
the same color DVD, and a revised number may or may not
have software fixes or upgrades for the model in question.

NOTE:

Extension may be displayed when using Music Link, but
should never be displayed when XM is selected.

NOTE:

If necessary, compare the operation to the navigation
system of the same model and year vehicle that has a
current DVD.

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