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Music Link(R) - System Information/Troubleshooting: Overview

07-010

February 16, 2007

Applies To:
ALL - with accessory Music Link installed

Music Link (For iPod) General Information and Symptom Troubleshooting

BACKGROUND

Acura Music Link is an Acura accessory designed to let the client play music from an Apple(R) iPod(R) through the vehicle's audio system.

The basic Music Link kit includes the Music Link interface unit, an audio unit bus cable, the Music Link harness, a CD-ROM, and the Quick Reference Guide.

The CD-ROM includes a detailed User's Guide and some optional ITS (text-to-speech) software that lets the client play music by playlist, artist, album, or genre.

^ The CD-ROM is for home computer use only. Do not insert it into a vehicle CD player.

^ Quick Reference Guides, User's Guides, and the latest TTS software versions can be downloaded from http://musiclink.acura.com.

^ For client assistance and questions regarding TTS software loading, have the client contact Acura Client Services.

The GENERAL INFORMATION section of this service bulletin covers these subjects:

^ Music Link iPod Information Resources

^ Resources for Installation Instructions

^ Music Link First-use Information

^ iPod Reset Procedure Information

The TROUBLESHOOTING section includes troubleshooting for these symptoms:

^ Check mark is not shown on the iPod display screen, radio will not switch to CD-C or CD-4 mode.

^ Static, or weak or no volume over speakers only in Music Link mode.

^ Music Link has no sound, check mark is shown on the iPod display screen.

^ Music Link has no sound, the disc number and track number flashes on the audio display.

^ Check mark is shown on the iPod display screen, radio will not switch to CD-C or CD-4 mode.

^ iPod music and XM radio music play at the same time (TSX).

^ Music Link will not do Disc 1-4 search functions.

^ Artist is not categorized in the correct grouping when using (Disc 2) search function.

^ Song/artist is not categorized in the correct grouping when using Disc 1-4 search functions.

PARTS INFORMATION

Bus Harness: P/N 08A28-1H1-10030

Music Link Harness: P/N O8A28-1H1-10031

2-Port Bus Harness: P/N 08A31-0F1-000

Music Link Interface Unit: P/N 08-8-1H1-10101





WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty:
The normal warranty applies.

FLAT RATE TIMES

Failed Part: P/N 08~8-1H1-10031

Defect Code: 03214

Symptom Code: 01201

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty:
Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.





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