Security indicator does not work properly (without navigation)
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NOTE:
- Check the vehicle battery condition first (see BATTERY TEST ).
- Check the connectors for poor connections or loose terminals.
- Before troubleshooting, make sure you have anti-theft codes for the audio unit.
- After troubleshooting, enter the anti-theft codes for the audio unit.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
Is the security indicator (LED) on (blink)?
YES -Go to Step 2.
NO -Substitute a known-good audio unit (see AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original audio unit (see AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Turn on the audio system.
Is the security indicator (LED) off?
YES -The audio unit is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections at the audio unit
NO -Substitute a known-good audio unit (see AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original audio unit (see AUDIO UNIT REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).