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GPS Satellite Icon Is Not Indicated

Symptom Troubleshooting

Special Tool Required:
Test Harness 07LAJ-PT3020A

GPS satellite icon is not indicated

1. Check the rear window.

Is there window tint applied to the rear window that contains any metallic content?

YES - Swap a known-good navigation unit that was verified displaying a green satellite icon. If a satellite icon is still not indicated, remove the window tint and recheck.

NO - Go to step 2.

2. Check for electronic aftermarket accessories (possibly hidden), mounted near the GPS antenna or the navigation unit.

Are there any electronic accessories?

YES - Disable the accessories and recheck.

NO - Go to step 3.

3. Perform the "System Link" check under picture diagnosis.

Is "NG" indicated?

YES - Repair as indicated by the system link check.

NO - Check that nothing is blocking the GPS antenna located under the package shelf and recheck where nothing can block the GPS satellite signal.