DTC 2701: GPS Diag: Antenna
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NOTE:
- Check the vehicle battery condition first (see BATTERY TEST ).
- This navigation DTC sets when a problem is detected in the GPS antenna.
- Before you troubleshoot, make sure to follow the general troubleshooting information (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).
- Make sure the vehicle is parked outside, away from buildings.
- Check for electronic aftermarket accessories (possibly hidden) mounted near the GPS antenna or the audio-navigation unit.
- Check for aftermarket metallic window tint.
- Clear the hard error code (see HOW TO CLEAR ERROR HISTORY ).
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), and then back to ON (II).
- Go into the Diagnostic Menu, and select the Self-Diagnosis Mode in the Select Diagnosis items menu (see SYSTEM DIAGNOSTIC MODE ).
- Select the System Links, then select the GPS Ant.
Is Antenna OK indicated?
YES -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
NO -Go to step 5.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
- Check for poor connections at audio-navigation unit connector J (2P).
Is the connection OK?
YES -Replace the GPS antenna (see GPS ANTENNA REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
NO -Repair poor connection, and recheck.