AcuraLink Self-Diagnostic Function

AcuraLink Self-Diagnostic Function

Note: Only select DATA RESET from the XM (HIP) ECU screen when instructed. Selecting DATA RESET will clear the AcuraLink registration, and the AcuraLink service will reset to the factory default. If the vehicle was already registered for the AcuraLink service, it will have to be reactivated by calling Acura Client Services before all features are available.

The AcuraLink, built into the XM receiver has a self-diagnostic function. To run the self-diagnostic function, do the following:

How to Enter the Self-Diagnostic Function

1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).

2. Press the MAP/GUIDE, CANCEL, and MENU buttons at the same time for 3 seconds more, and the System Diagnostic Mode begins.






3. Using interface dial, select the Detail Information & Setting from the Select Diagnosis Items menu. Press the interface dial.






4. Using the interface dial, select the XM (HIP) from the Detail Information & Setting menu. Press the interface dial.






5. Using the interface dial, select the XM (HIP) System Link from the XM (HIP) menu. Press the interface dial. The display indicates XM (HIP) System Link, and does an AcuraLink connection check for each device. If a connection is faulty, the place where it is faulty is indicated with NG (red color).










6. When a red (NG) is indicated, check the continuity between the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) and the device indicated in red.






























































































NOTE: If the XM antenna connection condition is faulty, XM ANTENNA is indicated on the audio-HVAC subdisplay.

7. If the indication does not go away, confirm DTCs, and refer to the relevant system troubleshooting and input tests.

Cancelling the Self-diagnostic Function

1. Use the interface dial, select the Exit Diag. Press the interface dial to cancel the self-diagnostic function.