AcuraLink System Description
AcuraLink System Description
AcuraLink(R) Satellite Communication System uses the client's cell phone or XM radio to transmit and receive information about the vehicle. In addition, the AcuraLink system is also able to initiate voice or data calls with the HandsFreeLink control unit.
The AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver) is very similar in design to an XM receiver that has additional communication features. The main functions include:
- Receiving and playing XM stations. Displaying station, song title and other information on the audio unit using the GA-Net bus.
- Receiving XM traffic channel data.
- Receiving weather data.
- Gives Feature Guide tips.
- Receiving AcuraLink messages and displaying them in the navigation display.
- Processing DTC (diagnostic trouble code) error messages from the ECM/PCM, the gauge control module and other systems and displaying them on the navigation display.
- Sending DTC information to the AcuraLink servers using the client's cell phone (only if the client has set up and enabled this option).
Service Application:
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) explanation (from server message and vehicle message)
- Service information message
- Recall Information
- Quick tips
- Place to provide feedback/view cautions that were not available when vehicle was initially sold
- Correction of address and full name that is registered
- Real time traffic information
- Maintenance information message
- Feature guide (90 days)
- Weather information
How to Delete Stored AcuraLink Messages
The AcuraLink Satellite Communication System displays and stores these types of messages on the navigation system display screen:
- Feature Guide info
- System malfunction info
- Driver warnings
- DTCs
- Quick tips
NOTE:
- To delete any stored AcuraLink messages, follow these procedures. The first procedure is for your client. It lets him or her delete certain types of messages. The second procedure is for service techs only. It lets you delete all stored messages.
- Some Important Words: The diagnostic menu includes a DATA RESET function. Select this only at TQI and when the vehicle changes ownership. It deletes all AcuraLink messages, log data, and AcuraLink registration. If you select DATA RESET during the 45 days activation period, the AcuraLink Feature Guide repeats the first message. AcuraLink messages related to a repair should be deleted after that repair is done. If you do not delete these messages, they stay in your client's AcuraLink message log.
Message Delete Procedure
Client
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Touch OK on the disclaimer screen.
- Press the INFO/PHONE button to bring up the Information screen.
- Use the interface dial to select �V�1 All Messages.
- Select the item number you want to delete, then select Delete (if you do not see Delete on the display screen, you cannot remove this message).
- Select Yes to confirm your choice.
Message Delete Procedure
Service Tech Only
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Touch OK on the disclaimer screen.
1. Press and hold the MAP/GUIDE, CANCEL and MENU buttons at the same time for 3 seconds more, and the self-diagnosis begins.
1. Using the interface dial, select the XM (HIP) from the Detail Information & Setting. Press the interface dial. Select XM (HIP), then select XM (HIP) ECU.
2. Select Diagnostic Info.
3. Select the item you want to delete. After the message and date come up, select Delete.
4. Select Yes to confirm your choice.
5. Repeat step 6 and 7 for each message you want to delete.
AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Connector for Inputs and Outputs
ACURALINK CONTROL UNIT (XM RECEIVER) CONNECTOR A (32P)
AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Connector A (32P)
AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Connector A (32P)
ACURALINK CONTROL UNIT (XM RECEIVER) CONNECTOR B (2P)
AcuraLink Control Unit (XM Receiver) Connector B (2P)
