Honda Accord: Electrical Compass Unit Input
Test - Electrical Compass - Audio, Navigation, and Telematics - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: Electrical Compass Unit Input Test

1. Remove the rear shelf (see page 20-128).

2. Loosen the bolts (A), then pull out the electrical compass unit bracket (B).

3. Disconnect the 6P connector (C) and remove the mounting bolt ( D ) , then


3. Disconnect the 6P connector (C) and remove the mounting bolt ( D ) , then pull out the electrical compass unit (E).

4. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to make sure they are all making good contact.

• If the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.

• If the terminals look OK, go to step 5.

5. Reconnect the electrical compass unit BP connector. Turn the ignition switch to ON (ll), and do the following input tests at the connectors.

• If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck t h e system.

• If all input t e s t s p r o v e OK, t h e electrical compass unit is faulty; replace it, and do the compass calibration (see page 23-247).

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