Inspection Procedure 5: GPS signal cannot be received: Diagnosis

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

STEP 1. Confirmation in MMCS service mode
Perform "COMMUNICATIONS & CONNECTION CHECK " in the MMCS service mode to check that the communication and wire connection with the GPS antenna are OK. (Refer to SERVICE MODE .)

Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: Go to Step 2
- NO: Go to Step 4
STEP 2. Check for the vehicle's current position.
Check that the vehicle is parked on a well-ventilated place.

Q: Is the vehicle parked on a well-ventilated place?
- YES: Go to Step 3
- NO: Move the vehicle to a well-ventilated area.
STEP 3. Confirming GPS signal reception
1. Start the multivision display.
2. Press the "INFO" button.
3. Select "GPS Information".
4. Wait for 5 minutes, and then check whether GPS signal can be received.
Q: Can GPS signal be received?
- YES: The diagnosis is complete. (There is no failure)
- NO: Go to Step 4
STEP 4. Substitute a known good multivision display, and check the trouble symptom.
1. Temporarily replace the multivision display.
2. Start the multivision display.
3. Press the "INFO" button.
4. Select "GPS Information".
5. Check if the GPS signals are being received after 5 minutes have elapsed.
Q: Is the check result normal?
- YES: Replace the multivision display.
- NO: Replace the GPS antenna.