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2. Enter the audio security code. The 5-digit audio
security code is on a card usually found in the glove
box.
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TSX:
To enter the security code for the audio system,
turn on the system by pressing the VOL/PWR
knob. The word “code” appears on the upper
display. When the TUNE knob is turned, the
word “code” disappears, and a single digit is
displayed. Turn the TUNE knob left or right to
select each of the five digits of the audio code.
When you press the TUNE knob, the system
beeps and accepts each digit as it spells out the
word “code” on the display. After you enter the
fifth digit, the radio starts playing.
NOTE: If the audio system anti-theft code card is
lost, obtain the serial number using the
instructions found in S/B 03-011,
2004 TSX: TQI
and New Model Information
.
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TL:
To enter the security code for the audio system,
turn on the system by pressing the VOL/PWR
knob. The word “code” appears on the upper
display. Enter the 5-digit security code using the
radio preset buttons (1–6). As you enter each
digit, the word “code is spelled out on the upper
display a letter at a time. On the fifth digit, the
radio beeps and starts playing.
NOTE: If the audio system anti-theft code card is
lost, obtain the serial number using the
instructions found in S/B 03-023,
2004 TL: TQI
and New Model Information
.
3. Start the engine, and move the vehicle outside
away from buildings and power lines. Then enter
the four-digit security code for the navigation
system. The code is on the navigation system anti-
theft code card. When the code has been entered,
the navigation system becomes operational.
4. The following instructions appear on the screen to
indicate the system is initializing. Follow the on-
screen instructions.
NOTE: The average initialization takes about 10
minutes, but it can take as long as 45 minutes.
When initialization is complete, the system
proceeds to the globe screen.
5. If the system does not initialize within 10 minutes,
a second screen, shown below, appears. When this
screen is displayed, the system is still performing
the initialization. The system does not automatically
exit to the globe screen when initialization is
complete. After 30 minutes, try restarting the
vehicle to see if the navigation system completed
the initialization. If not, follow the instructions on
the screen.
NOTE: The initialization screen may appear after
battery voltage to the navigation control unit has
been disconnected for more than 5 minutes. If this
occurs, follow the on-screen instructions. If you are
still unable to obtain GPS initialization, refer to the
service manual for diagnostic information.
6. When initialization is complete, the disclaimer
screen appears. Touch “OK.”
NOTE: Do not enter a destination yet. For the
system to calculate a route, it must align the current
location to a mapped road (map matching). This
occurs when you start driving.
7. Drive the vehicle at least a half mile from your
dealership, then find a safe place to park.
8. From the MAP screen, press and release the TALK
button and say, “Find the nearest Acura dealer.”
9. Select your dealership from the screen listings,
then select “OK” on the next screen.
NOTE: If your dealer location is not correct or
needs to be changed, please report it to your
District Parts and Service Manager (DPSM). To
report any other data base problems, see
“Reporting Errors” in the Navigation System
Manual.
10. If your dealership is in a detailed coverage area,
the map shows a blue highlighted route. Follow the
voice guidance back to the dealership. If your
dealership is not in a detailed coverage area, you
may see a blue dotted “vector line” pointing to your
dealership instead of the blue highlighted route.
Exercise caution, and use the map to guide you
back.
***Wait***
The system is acquiring its GPS signal.
This could take up to 10 minutes.
• Engine must be running
• Vehicle must be parked outside,
away from buildings
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Do not move the vehicle at this time
Navigation system is unable to acquire a
proper GPS signal.
• Move vehicle to another location
• Turn the ignition switch off
• Disconnect the battery for 30
minutes to clear the GPS receiver’s
memory
• Reconnect the battery and follow
the screen prompts
