Audio System Acura TSX I

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Audio Unit Connector Inputs and Outputs

When replacing an audio unit connector, match the wires to the cavities listed in the following table.

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Audio Unit Connector A (20P)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR A (20P)

Audio Unit Connector B (14P)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR B (14P)

Audio Unit Connector C (6P) ('06-08 models)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR C (6P) ('06-08 MODELS)

Audio Unit Connector D (5P) ('06-08 models)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR D (5P) ('06-08 MODELS)

Audio-HVAC Display Panel Connector C (10P)

AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL CONNECTOR C (10P)

When replacing an audio unit connector, match the wires to the cavities listed in the following table.

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Audio Unit Connector A (20P)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR A (20P)

Audio Unit Connector B (14P) ('05-08 USA models)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR B (14P) ('05-08 USA MODELS)

Audio Unit Connector C 14P) ('06-08 models)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR C 14P) ('06-08 MODELS)

Audio Unit Connector D (5P) ('06-08 models)

AUDIO UNIT CONNECTOR D (5P) ('06-08 MODELS)

Audio-HVAC Display Panel Connector C (10P)

AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL CONNECTOR C (10P)

With navigation type printed circuit board connector.

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20P Connector

20P CONNECTOR

14P Connector

14P CONNECTOR

2P Connector

2P CONNECTOR

Without navigation type printed circuit board connector.

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20P Connector

20P CONNECTOR

14P Connector

14P CONNECTOR

2P Connector

2P CONNECTOR

Stereo Amplifier Connector Inputs and Outputs

When replacing the stereo amplifier connector, match the wires to the cavities listed in the following table.

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Stereo Amplifier Connector A (20P)

STEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTOR A (20P)

Stereo Amplifier Connector B (14P)

STEREO AMPLIFIER CONNECTOR B (14P)

XM Receiver Connector Inputs and Outputs ('05-08 USA models)

When replacing an XM receiver connector, match the wires to the cavities listed in the following table.

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XM RECEIVER CONNECTOR A (14P)

XM RECEIVER CONNECTOR A (14P)

XM RECEIVER CONNECTOR B (29)

XM RECEIVER CONNECTOR B (29)

Audio-HVAC Subdisplay Unit Connector Inputs and Outputs

When replacing an audio-HVAC subdisplay unit connector, match the wires to the cavities listed in the following table.

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Audio-HVAC Subdisplay Unit Connector (10P)

AUDIO-HVAC SUBDISPLAY UNIT CONNECTOR (10P)

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Auxiliary Jack Assembly Connector (5P)

AUXILIARY JACK ASSEMBLY CONNECTOR (5P)

Note. All items may not apply to this vehicle. See the Owner's Manual for more information.

Audio Glossary

AUDIO GLOSSARY

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The audio system has a self-diagnostic function.

Serial Number Display Mode

To obtain the audio unit serial number on a vehicle, do the following

Note. This procedure can only be performed when the battery power is disconnected from the audio unit and the audio unit displays "CODE."

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. With the audio unit turned off, push and hold the "SEEK SKIP" (A) and "CH DISC" (B) buttons. While holding the buttons, push the "VOL push PWR" knob (C) to ON.
3. The sub-display will show a U and a 4 digit number (A) (example U1234). These are the first four digits of the serial number. The display then changes to a L and a 4 digit number (B) (example U5678). These are the last 4 digits of the serial number.
4. Use all 8 numbers as the serial number when using the Interactive Network (iN) system to retrieve the 5 digit anti-theft code.
5. The serial number display mode ends when you turn the audio unit off, or turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

To run the self-diagnostic function, do the following

Note. The audio unit must be in the anti-theft code enter screen before doing the self-diagnostic function.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. With the audio unit turned off, push and hold the "SEEK SKIP" (A) and "CH DISC" (B) buttons. While holding the buttons, push the "VOL push PWR" knob (C) to ON. Release the buttons and the self-diagnostic function begins.
3. By pressing a mode button, the input will trigger the diagnostic function that is assigned to that mode button. "AM FM" button Entire LCD lighting mode: Turns on the entire LCD to show the presence or absence of an LCD failure. "CD/AUX" button Entire LCD light-out mode: Turns off the entire LCD to show the presence or absence of an LCD failure.
4. The self-diagnostic function ends when you turn the audio unit off, or turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

Audio-HVAC Subdisplay Specifications

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The audio system has a self-diagnostic function.

To obtain the audio unit serial number on a vehicle, do the following

Note. This procedure can only be performed when the battery power is disconnected from the audio unit and the audio unit displays "CODE."

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. With the audio unit turned off, push and hold the "No. 1" (A) and "No. 6" (B) buttons. While holding the buttons, push the "VOL push PWR" knob (C) to ON.
3. The display will show a U and a 4 digit number (A) (example U1234). These are the first four digits of the serial number. The display then changes to a L and a 4 digit number (B) (example U5678). These are the last 4 digits of the serial number.
4. Use all 8 numbers as the serial number when using the Interactive Network (iN) system to retrieve the 5 digit anti-theft code.
5. The serial number display mode ends when you turn the audio unit off, or turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

To run the self-diagnostic function, do the following

Note. The audio unit must be in the anti-theft code enter screen before doing the self-diagnostic function.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. With the audio unit turned off, push and hold the "No. 1" (A) and "No. 6" (B) buttons. While holding the buttons, push the "VOL push PWR" knob (C) to ON. Release the buttons and the self-diagnostic function begins.
3. By pressing a preset button, the input will trigger the diagnostic function that is assigned to that preset button. "No. 3" button Entire LCD lighting mode: Turns on the entire LCD to show the presence or absence of an LCD failure. "No. 4" button Entire LCD light-out mode: Turns off the entire LCD to show the presence or absence of an LCD failure.
4. The self-diagnostic function ends when you turn the audio unit off, or turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).

Display Specifications

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Error Codes

The audio system displays error codes when a problem is detected with the disc changer, the disc, the XM radio, or the anti-theft code.

CD Error Codes

CD ERROR CODES

XM Error Codes

XM ERROR CODES

Audio Unit Error Codes

AUDIO UNIT ERROR CODES

Symptom Troubleshooting Index

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

Poor AM or FM radio reception or interference

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Check the radio reception in an open area. Compare it to a known-good vehicle whenever possible. Poor reception/interference can be caused by any of these conditions: The radio station is far away. Atmospheric conditions are unfavorable. Tall buildings, mountains, or high-voltage power lines are nearby. Aftermarket window tinting or electronic accessories.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Do the seek stop test (see «SEEK STOP TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__seek-stop-test) ). Is the test vehicle within 10 % of the known-good vehicle? YES - Multipath interference or weak station. Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 3.
3. Check if the radio reception/interference is the same in several locations. Is the reception/interference the same? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Multi path interference or weak station. Operation is normal.
4. Check the reception/interference when the rear window defogger is on. Is the reception poor with the rear window defogger on? YES - Check for a break in the rear window defogger grid (see «FUNCTION TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/heated-glassdefoggers/#rear-window-defogger__function-test) ), a poor connection, or a faulty AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil (see «AM/FM ANTENNA AMPLIFIER-REAR WINDOW DEFOGGER COIL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NO - Go to step 5.
5. Start the engine.
6. Check to see if the problem is interference. Is there noise (static or while) with the engine running? YES - Check the antenna and radio grounds. If OK, check the charging system and the ignition system. NO - Go to step 7.
7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
8. Wrap aluminum foil (A) around the tip of a tester probe (B) as shown.
9. Check for continuity by touching one tester probe to the window antenna terminal (A), and move the other tester probe along the antenna wires. Is there continuity in all sections of the antenna? YES - Go to step 10. NO - Repair the antenna wires (see «AM/FM ANTENNA REPAIR»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__amfm-antenna-repair) ).
10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
11. Turn on the audio unit.
12. Measure the voltage between AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil connector B terminal 1 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 13. NO - Go to step 21 .
13. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
14. Remove the audio-HVAC display module, and disconnect the AM/FM antenna sublead jack. NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
15. Disconnect the AM/FM antenna lead from the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil.
16. Check for continuity between the AM/FM antenna sublead center pin at the audio unit and the AM/FM antenna lead center pin at the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil. Is there continuity? YES - Go to step 17. NO - Replace the AM/FM antenna lead and/or sublead.
17. Check for continuity between the AM/FM antenna sublead shield surface of the audio unit side and the AM/FM antenna lead shield surface of the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil side. Is there continuity? YES - Go to step 18. NO - Replace AM/FM antenna lead and/or sublead.
18. Check for continuity between the AM/FM antenna sublead center pin at the audio unit and body ground. Is there continuity? YES - Replace the AM/FM antenna lead and/or sublead. NO - Go to step 19.
19. Check for continuity between the AM/FM antenna sublead center pin and the surface of the audio unit. Is there continuity? YES - Replace the AM/FM antenna lead and/or sublead. NO - Go to step 20.
20. Substitute a known-good AM/FM antenna lead and sublead, and check the radio reception. Is the reception normal? YES - Replace the AM/FM antenna lead and/or sublead. NO - Substitute a known-good audio unit and recheck. If the reception is still poor, replace the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil.
21. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
22. Remove the audio-HVAC display module and disconnect the audio unit connector A (20P). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
23. Check for continuity between audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 1 and the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil connector B terminal No. 1. Is there continuity? YES - Substitute a known-good audio-HVAC display module and retest. NO - Repair open in the wire between the audio unit and the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil.

Special Tools Required

1. Radio test harness breakout box 07AAZ-SDAA100
2. Radio test harness 070AZ-SEAA200

Power switch will not turn ON (No information display and no sound)

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Push the power switch ON to see if the audio unit turns ON. Does the power turn on? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 3.
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
4. Check the No. 6 (10 A) and No. 32 (7.5 A) fuses in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Are the fuses OK? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Replace the fuse(s) and recheck.
5. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
6. Check that audio unit connector A (20P) is properly connected. Are the connectors connected properly? YES - Go to step 7. NO - Reconnect the connector, and recheck the function.
7. Measure the voltage between audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 10 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Repair open circuit or poor connection in the wire between No. 6 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 10.
8. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
9. Measure the voltage between the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 2 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 10. NO - Repair open circuit or poor connection in the wire between No. 32 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 2.
10. Measure the voltage between audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 20 and body ground. Is there less than 0.1 V? YES - Go to step 11. NO - Repair open in the wire between audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 20 and body ground (G504).
11. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
12. Remove the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).
13. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to the radio test harness breakout box (07AAZ-SDAA100).
14. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to the printed circuit board connector. With navigation Without navigation
15. Connect the ohm meter to the special tool (07AAZ-SDAA100) POWER and GND terminals.
16. Push the POWER button and check for continuity between the POWER and GND terminals. Is there continuity? YES - Replace the audio unit. NO - Replace the audio-HVAC display panel.

Radio stays powered with the ignition switch OFF

Note. Always check for aftermarket accessories plugged into the vehicle accessory power sockets.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Push the power switch OFF or turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) to see if the audio unit turns OFF. Does the audio unit turn OFF? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 3.
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
4. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ). Disconnect the audio unit connector A (20P). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
5. Measure the voltage between the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 2 and body ground. Is there voltage? YES - Repair short in the wire between No. 32 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and the audio unit. NO - Replace the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

No sound is heard from speaker(s) (display is normal)

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Set the fader and balance positions to the center. Before performing symptom troubleshooting, do the power switch will not turn ON troubleshooting (see POWER SWITCH WILL NOT TURN ON (NO INFORMATION DISPLAY AND NO SOUND) ).

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and check that the volume button is not set to min level. Is it at the MIN level? YES - Raise the volume level, and recheck the function. NO - Go to step 3.
3. Check the NAVIGATION VOICE MUTE COMMAND and the HANDSFREELINK MUTE MODE. Are the NAVIGATION VOICE MUTE COMMAND and the HANDSFREELINK MUTE MODE set? YES - Cancel the NAVIGATION VOICE MUTE COMMAND by pressing the voice command and HANDSFREELINK back button, and recheck the function. NO - Go to step 4.
4. See if the problem recurs with the tuner and more than one CD. Does the problem recur using the tuner as well as CDs? YES - Go to step 5. NO - Go to «POOR AM OR FM RADIO RECEPTION OR INTERFERENCE»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__poor-am-or-fm-radio-reception) .
5. Check to see if the problem affects all speakers. Are all speakers affected? YES - Go to step 8 . NO - Go to step 6.
6. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
7. Check the speaker(s) with the problem for damage. Is the speaker-(s) damaged? YES - Replace the damaged speaker(s) and recheck. NO - Go to step 8.
8. Check No. 5 (20 A) and No. 32 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Are the fuses OK? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Replace the fuse and recheck.
9. Remove the center console pocket (see «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ).
10. Disconnect stereo amplifier connectors A (20P) and B (14P).
11. Measure the voltage between stereo amplifier connector A (20P) terminal No. 10 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 12. NO - Repair open in the wire between No. 5 (20 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and the stereo amplifier.
12. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
13. Measure the voltage between stereo amplifier connector A (20P) terminal No. 9 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 14. NO - Repair open in the wire between No. 32 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and the stereo amplifier.
14. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
15. Reconnect stereo amplifier connector A (20P).
16. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
17. Turn on the audio unit.
18. Measure the voltage between stereo amplifier connector B (14P) terminal No. 7 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 19. NO - Repair open in the wire between the audio unit and the stereo amplifier.
19. Measure the voltage between stereo amplifier connector B (14P) terminal No. 14 and body ground. Is there less than 0.1 V? YES - Go to step 20. NO - Repair open in the wire between the stereo amplifier and ground (G504). If the wire is OK inspect the ground.
20. Measure the voltage between stereo amplifier connector A (20P) terminal No. 20 and body ground. Is there less than 0.1 V? YES - Go to step 21. NO - Repair open in the wire between the stereo amplifier and body ground (G504). If the wire is OK inspect the ground.
21. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
22. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ), and disconnect audio unit connector A (20P), NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
23. Disconnect stereo amplifier connector B (14P).
24. Check for continuity between the audio unit connector A (20P) and stereo amplifier connector B (14P) according to the table. WIRE COLOR SPECIFICATION Audio unit terminal Stereo amplifier terminal Wire Color A7 (FR+) B4 Bur (1) GRN (2) A17(FR-) B11 RED A8 (FL+) B1 RED/BLU (1) YEL (2) A18(FL-) B8 YEL (1) BRIM (2) A5 (RR+) B6 LT GRN (1) PUR (2) A15 (RR-) B13 PUR (1) LT BLU (2) A6 (RL+) B3 BLU A16 (RL-) B10 PNK (1) '04 model (2) '05-08 models Is there continuity? YES - Go to step 25. NO - Open the wire(s) between audio unit and stereo amplifier. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the audio unit and stereo amplifier. If the connections are OK, replace the affected shielded harness.
25. Check for continuity between the stereo amplifier connector B (14P) according to the table terminals and the appropriate shield terminals. CONNECTOR TERMINAL REFERENCE Stereo amplifier input terminals Shield terminal B4 B5 B11 B1 B2 B8 B6 B12 B13 B3 B9 B10 Is there continuity? YES - Short in the wire(s) between the audio unit and stereo amplifier. Replace the affected shielded harness. NO - Go to step 26.
26. Disconnect stereo amplifier connector A (20P).
27. Measure the resistance between the stereo amplifier connector A (20P) terminals according to the table. RESISTANCE REFERENCE Speaker Terminals Resistance Drivers Door A3 A13 4 ohms Front Passenger's door A2 A12 4 ohms Left Tweeter A4 A14 4 ohms Right Tweeter A1 A11 4 ohms Left Rear Door A8 A18 4 ohms Right Rear Door A7 A17 4 ohms Left Rear A6 A16 4 ohms Right Rear A5 A15 4 ohms Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 28. NO - Replace the appropriate speaker and recheck. If the speaker is OK, repair the affected wire between stereo amplifier and appropriate speaker.
28. Check for continuity between the stereo amplifier connector A (20P) speaker circuit terminals and body ground according to the table. CONNECTOR TERMINAL REFERENCE Speaker Circuit Terminal Drivers Door A3 A13 Front Passenger's door A2 A12 Left Tweeter A4 A14 Right Tweeter A1 A11 Left Rear Door A8 A18 Right Rear Door A7 A17 Left Rear A6 A16 Right Rear A5 A15 Is there continuity? YES - Repair short to body ground between the stereo amplifier and the appropriate speaker. NO - Go to step 29.
29. Substitute a known-good stereo amplifier and retest. Is the problem still present? YES - Substitute a known-good audio unit and retest. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original audio unit. NO - Replace the original stereo amplifier (see «STEREO AMPLIFIER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

Poor or no sound with XM radio (Audio unit does display XM channels)

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Check XM radio reception in an open area with good exposure to the southern horizon. Poor reception/ interference can be caused by tall buildings, mountains, or high-voltage power lines. If you can only tune to channel 000,001,174, and 247, make sure the audio unit is set to channel mode (see owner's manual). If it is set to channel mode, call XM Satellite Radio customer support and check the account activation status.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and select XM radio.
3. Check for an error message on the display. Are there any messages displayed? YES - Go to «ERROR CODES»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__error-codes) . NO - Go to step 4.
4. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
5. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ), and disconnect audio unit connector B (14P). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
6. Disconnect XM receiver connector A (14P).
7. Check for continuity between audio unit connector B (14P) and body ground according to the table, then check for continuity between the same terminals listed in the table and audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 4 (the harness shield). WIRE COLOR SPECIFICATION Audio unit terminal Wire color B6 BLK B14 WHT B5 GRN B13 RED Is there continuity? YES - Short in the wire(s) between audio unit and XM receiver. Replace the affected shielded harness. NO - Go to step 8.
8. Check for continuity between the XM receiver connector A (14P) and the audio unit connector B (14P) according to the table. WIRE COLOR SPECIFICATION XM receiver terminal Audio unit terminal Wire color A6 B6 BLU or BLK A14 B14 WHT A5 B5 GRN A13 B13 RED Is there continuity? YES - Substitute a known-good XM receiver, then reconnect all connectors and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original XM receiver. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the audio unit. NO - Open in the wire(s) between audio unit and XM receiver. Replace the affected shielded harness.

XM radio display is blank and no station information is displayed

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Measure the voltage between XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 1 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Repair open in the wire between audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 7 ('05 model) or No. 1 ('06-08 models) terminal and XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 1.
3. Measure the voltage between XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 11 and body ground. Is there less than 0.1V? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Repair open in the wire between XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 11 and audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 11.
4. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
5. Measure the voltage between audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 2 and body ground. Is there 10 V or more present? YES - Go to step 6. NO - Substitute a known-good XM receiver and recheck. If 10 V or more are present, replace the original XM receiver.
6. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
7. Measure the voltage between audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 2 and body ground. Is there less than 0.5 V? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Substitute a known-good audio unit and recheck. If 0.5 V or less are present, replace the original audio unit.
8. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
9. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ), and disconnect audio unit connector A (14P). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
10. Disconnect the XM receiver connector A (14P) and the display unit connector (20P).
11. Check for continuity between XM receiver connector A (14P) and body ground according to the table. Then check for continuity between the same terminals listed in the table and XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 3 (the harness shield). WIRE COLOR SPECIFICATION XM receiver connector Wire color A9 BLU A10 RED A2 LT BLU Is there continuity? YES - Short in the wire(s) between the audio unit, XM receiver and display unit. Replace the affected shielded harness. NO - Go to step 12.
12. Check for continuity between XM receiver connector A (14P) and audio unit connector B (14P) according to the table. WIRE COLOR SPECIFICATION XM receiver connector Audio unit connector Wire color A9 B9 BLU A10 B10 RED A2 B2 LT BLU Is there continuity? YES - Go to step 13. NO - Open in the wire(s) between audio unit and XM receiver. Replace the affected shielded harness.
13. Check for continuity between XM receiver connector A (14P) and display unit 20P connector according to the table. CONNECTOR SPECIFICATION XM receiver connector Display unit connector Wire color A9 3 BLU or GRN A10 13 RED Is there continuity? YES - Substitute a known-good XM receiver, then reconnect all connectors and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original XM receiver. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the audio unit. NO - Open the wire(s) between XM receiver and display unit. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the XM receiver and display unit. If the connections are OK, replace the affected shielded harness.

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and check for sound in each mode (AM, FM, XM, and CD). Is there sound from the speakers, and is the sound quality normal in each mode? YES - Intermittent failure. The system is OK at this time. Check for loose connection at the audio unit, amplifier, and each speaker. NO - Speakers all work, sound quality is poor. If sound is poor only with XM radio, or the XM radio does not function, go to «POOR OR NO SOUND WITH XM RADIO»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__poor-or-no-sound-with-xm) . If the sound is poor only with AM or FM, go to «POOR AM OR FM RADIO RECEPTION OR INTERFERENCE»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__poor-am-or-fm-radio-reception) . If sound is poor in all modes, go to «SOUND QUALITY DIAGNOSIS»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__sound-quality-diagnosis) .

Radio preset memory is lost

Note. If only XM stations are lost, go to XM RADIO PRESET MEMORY IS LOST .

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and set each of the radio station preset buttons. Do each of the preset buttons set properly? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Go to step 5 .
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) for 1 minute, then turn it back to ON (II).
4. Test ail the preset buttons for proper recall operation. Do the preset buttons recall the set radio stations? YES - System is normal at this time. Check connections at the audio unit. NO - Go to step 5.
5. Inspect the No. 6 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box. Is it OK? YES - Go to step 6. NO - Replace the fuse and reset. If it fails again, repair the short to ground in the harness.
6. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
7. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ), and disconnect audio unit connector A (20P). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
8. Measure the voltage between the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 10 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 9. NO - Repair open in the wire between No.6 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and audio unit.
9. Reconnect the audio unit connector A (20P).
10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
11. Measure the voltage between the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 20 and body ground. Is there less than 0.1 V? YES - Replace the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). I NO - Repair open in the wire between the audio unit and body ground (G504). If the wire is OK inspect the ground.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and set each of the XM radio channel preset buttons. Do each of the XM radio channel preset buttons set properly? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Go to step 5 .
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) for 1 minute, then turn it back to ON (II).
4. Test all of the XM radio channel preset buttons for proper recall operation. Do the preset buttons recall the set radio stations? YES - System is normal at this time. Check connections at the audio unit. NO - Go to step 5.
5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
6. Disconnect the XM receiver connector A (14P).
7. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
8. Measure the voltage between the XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 1 and body ground. Is there battery voltage? YES - Go to step 9. NO - '05 model: Repair open in the wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box and XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 1. '06-08 models: Repair open in the wire between the audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 1 and XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 1.1
9. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
10. Reconnect the XM receiver connector A (14P).
11. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
12. Measure the voltage between the XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 11 and body ground. Is there less than 0.1 V? YES - Check the pinfit at the XM receiver connector A11 terminal. If the connection is OK, substitute a known-good XM receiver, then reconnect all connectors and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original XM receiver. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the audio unit. NO - Go to step 13.
13. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
14. Disconnect the XM receiver connector A (14P) and the audio unit connector B (14P).
15. Check for continuity between the XM receiver unit connector A (14P) terminal No. 11 and the audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 11. Is there continuity? YES - Check the pinfit at the audio unit connector B (14P) terminal No. 11. If the connection is OK, substitute a known-good XM receiver, then reconnect all connectors and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original XM receiver. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the audio unit. NO - Repair open in the wire between the XM receiver connector A (14P) terminal No. 11 and the audio connector B (14P) terminal No. 11.

Special Tools Required

1. Radio test harness breakout box 07AAZ-SDAA100
2. Radio test harness 070AZ-SEAA200

Audio disc does not eject

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Inspect the quality of the CDs, and make sure there are no adhesive labels applied to them.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and check to see if the disc is ejected correctly by pushing the EJECT button. Does the disc eject properly? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 3.
3. Check to see if the disc is ejected with some binding or not ejected at all. Is the disc ejected with some binding? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Go to step 5 .
4. Replace the disc and recheck. Is the disc ejected with some binding? YES - Go to step 5. NO - The original disc is deformed.
5. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
6. Remove the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
7. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to the radio test harness breakout box (07AAZ-SDAA100).
8. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to the printed circuit board connector. With navigation Without navigation
9. Connect the ohm meter to the special tool (07AAZ-SDAA100) EJECT and GND terminals.
10. Press the EJECT button and check for continuity between the EJECT and GND terminals. Is there continuity? YES - Replace the audio unit. NO - Replace the audio-HVAC display panel.

Audio disc changer does not load all six discs

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Disc labels should not be used in the audio unit. They may damage the player mechanism.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and try loading six discs into the audio unit (in-dash disc changer). Does the audio unit accept all six discs? YES - Intermittent failure, the audio unit is OK at this time. NO - Go to step 3.
3. Try loading the audio unit (in-dash disc changer) with six known-good discs. Does the audio unit accept all six discs? YES - At least one of the original discs is faulty. NO - Replace audio unit (in-dash disc changer) (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

Audio disc changer does not move between discs

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Disc labels should not be used in the audio unit. They may damage the player mechanism.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and insert six discs into the audio unit (in-dash disc changer) and see if the changer moves between discs. Does the changer operate normally? YES - Intermittent failure, the disc changer is OK at this time. NO - Go to step 3.
3. Eject all the discs inserted into the audio unit (in-dash disc changer).
4. Insert six known-good discs into the audio unit (in-dash disc changer). Does the changer operate normally? YES - At least one of the original discs is faulty. NO - Replace audio unit (in-dash disc changer) (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

Special Tools Required

1. Radio test harness breakout box 07AAZ-SDAA100
2. Radio test harness 070AZ-SEAA200

Volume does not change

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and listen for sound in each mode (AM, FM, XM, and CD)
3. Set the fader and balance position to the center.
4. Operate the volume knob to see if the volume changes accordingly. Does it change? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 5.
5. Operate the volume knob to see if the LCD display changes accordingly. Does it change? YES - Replace the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NO - Go to step 6.
6. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
7. Remove the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
8. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to radio test harness breakout box (07AAZ-SDAA100).
9. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to the printed circuit board. With navigation Without navigation
10. Connect the ohm meter to the special tool (07AAZ-SDAA100) GND terminal one lead and VOL-A and VOL-B terminals with the other.
11. Turn the volume knob clockwise one click at a time. The resistance should change as follows with each turn of the knob: 100 ohms --> infinity --> 100 ohms --> infinity --> 100 ohms Does the resistance change as Indicated? YES - Replace the audio unit. NO - Replace the audio-HVAC display panel.

Special Tools Required

1. Radio test harness breakout box 07AAZ-SDAA100
2. Radio test harness 070AZ-SEAA200

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1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and listen for sound in each mode (AM, FM, XM)
3. Operate the tuner knob to see if the tuner changes accordingly. Does it change? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 4.
4. Operate the tuner knob to see if the LCD display changes accordingly. Does it change? YES - Replace the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NO - Go to step 5.
5. Remove the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
6. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to radio test harness breakout box (07AAZ-SDAA100).
7. Connect the test harness (070AZ-SEAA200A with navigation or 070AZ-SEAA200B without navigation) to the printed circuit board connector. With navigation Without navigation
8. Connect the ohm meter to the special tool (07AAZ-SDAA100)TUNE-A terminal and TUNE-B terminal.
9. Turn the tuner knob clockwise one click at a time. The resistance should change as follows with each turn of the knob: 100 ohms --> infinity --> 100 ohms --> infinity --> 100 ohms Does the resistance change as indicated? YES - Replace the audio unit. NO - Replace the audio-HVAC display panel.

Audio disc does not load

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Disc labels should not be used in the audio unit. They may damage the player mechanism. Make sure the disc is compatible with the system (see the owner's manual for more information).

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and insert a known-good disc to see if the symptom can be duplicated. Does the disc load? YES - Operation is normal. If the disc loads normally. But will not play, go to «AUDIO DISC DOES NOT PLAY»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-disc-does-not-play) . NO - Go to step 3.
3. Insert another disc. Does the disc load? YES - The original disc is faulty. NO - Replace audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Audio disc does not play

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn on the audio unit and try loading a disc. Does the disc load? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Go to «AUDIO DISC DOES NOT LOAD»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-disc-does-not-load) .
3. Insert another disc to see if the symptom can be duplicated. Does the disc play? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 4.
4. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) in the audio unit. Does the disc play ? YES - The original disc is faulty or has an unreadable format. NO - Replace audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

Special Tools Required

1. Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100
2. Skip Test CD 07AAZ-SDBA200 ABEX-TCD-725B
3. Skip Test CD 07AAZ-SDBA300 ABEX-TCD-721

Audio disc skips

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

1. Confirm the vehicles tires are properly inflated.
2. Check the clients CD for scratches, fingerprints, and marks. NOTE: The following test should be performed with audio unit bass and treble set to the client's listening performance. When comparing to known-good vehicles, comparison should be performed on same model and trim level.
3. Test drive to identify when the client's CD skips. The audio diagnostic CD (T/N: 07AAZ-SDBA100) can be used if the client's CD is not available. Use tracks 10-12. Does the CD skip? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Operation is normal.
4. Compare the client's CD that skips to a known-good vehicle under the same conditions. Does the CD skip in the known-good vehicle under the same conditions? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 5. NOTE: The following test should be performed with vehicle parked and engine running.
5. Insert the diagnostic skip test CD (07AAZ-SDBA300 ABEX-TCD-721). Play tracks 2-11 and note the track number(s) the CD starts skipping. Do the same test on a known-good vehicle. Does the CD skip on same track number(s) as known-good vehicle? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 6.
6. Insert the diagnostic skip test CD (07AAZ-SDBA200 ABEX-TCD-725B) play tracks 7-11 and tracks 13-15 and note the track number(s) the CD starts skipping. Perform the same test on a known-good vehicle. Does the CD skip on same track number (s) as known-good vehicle? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Replace audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

Audio remote switch does not work properly

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition test.

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1. Do the audio remote switch test. '04 model (see «'04 MODEL»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ) '05-08 models (see «'05 AND '06-08 MODELS WITHOUT NAVIGATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ) Is the audio remote switch OK? YES - Go to step 2. NO - Replace the audio remote switch.
2. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
3. Measure the resistance between the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 3 and No. 11 as specified in the table. TABLE RESISTANCE REFERENCE Button held down VOL DOWN VOL UP CH(-) CH(-B MODE (NONE) Resistance about 100 ohms about 357 ohms about 775 ohms about 1.7 kohms about 3.7 kohms about 10 kohms Is the resistance as specified? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Repair open or high resistance in the circuit between the audio unit and the audio remote switch. If the wires are OK, replace the cable reel (see «CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
4. Check for continuity between body ground and the audio unit connector A (20P) terminal No. 3 and No. 11 individually. Is there continuity? YES - Repair short to body ground in the circuit between the audio unit and the audio remote switch. If the wires are OK, replace the cable reel (see «CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ). NO - Replace the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).

No display appears on the screen (LCD segments cannot be read) (without navigation)

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn the audio unit on and off several times, while listening to the sound from the speakers. Is sound heard from the speakers, but no display appears on the screen? YES - Go to step 3. NO - Go to «POWER SWITCH WILL NOT TURN ON»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__power-switch-will-not-turn-on) .
3. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and then back ON (II).
4. Turn on the audio unit and check the display. Can information be seen on the audio unit display? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 5.
5. Shine a flashlight against the audio unit display. Can information be seen on the audio unit display? YES - Replace the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NO - Go to step 6.
6. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
7. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ), and check the connection of audio unit connector A (20P). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism. Is it connected properly? YES - Replace the audio-HVAC display panel. NO - Reconnect the connector, and recheck the function.

Audio-HVAC subdisplay unit does not display

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

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1. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
2. Remove the audio-HVAC subdisplay unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC SUBDISPLAY UNIT REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).
3. Check the connections at the audio-HVAC subdisplay unit 10P connector and the audio-HVAC display panel connector C (10P). Are the connectors and terminals connected properly? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Repair the connection and recheck..
4. Disconnect audio-HVAC display panel connector C (10P) and audio-HVAC subdisplay unit 10P connector.
5. Check for continuity between body ground audio-HVAC display panel connector C (10P) terminals No. 1, No. 2, No. 9, and No.10 individually. Is there continuity? YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire(s) between audio-HVAC display panel and audio-HVAC subdisplay unit. NO - Go to step 6.
6. Check for continuity between audio-HVAC display panel connector C (10P) and audio-HVAC subdisplay unit 10P connector according to the table. CONNECTOR SPECIFICATION Audio-HVAC display panel connector Audio-HVAC subdisplay unit connector C1 1 C2 2 C9 9 C10 10 Is there continuity? YES - Go to step 7. NO - Repair open in the wire(s) between audio-HVAC display panel and the audio-HVAC subdisplay unit.
7. Check for continuity between audio-HVAC subdisplay unit 10P connector terminal No. 3 and body ground. Is there continuity? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Repair open in the wire between the audio-HVAC subdisplay unit and body ground.
8. Check for continuity between body ground and audio-HVAC display panel connector C (10P) terminals No. 4, No. 5, No. 6, and No.7 individually. Is there continuity? YES - Short to body ground in the wire(s) between audio-HVAC display panel and audio-HVAC subdisplay unit. Replace the affected shielded harness. NO - Go to step 9.
9. Check for continuity between audio-HVAC display panel connector C (10P) connector according to the table. CONNECTOR TERMINAL SPECIFICATION From terminal To terminals C4 C5, C6, C7, C8 C5 C6, C7, C8 C6 C7, C8 C7 C8 Is there continuity between any of the terminals? YES - Short in the wire(s) between audio-HVAC display panel and the audio-HVAC subdisplay unit. Replace the affected shielded harness. NO - Go to step 10.
10. Check for continuity between audio-HVAC display panel connector C (10P) and audio-HVAC subdisplay unit 10P connector according to the table. CONNECTOR TERMINAL SPECIFICATION Audio-HVAC display panel connector Audio-HVAC subdisplay unit connector C4 4 C5 5 C6 6 C7 7 C8 8 Is there continuity? YES - Substitute a known-good audio-HVAC display panel and recheck. If the symptom/ indication goes away, replace the original audio-HVAC display panel. If the symptom/indication is still present, replace the audio-HVAC subdisplay unit. NO - Open in the wire(s) between audio-HVAC display panel and the audio-HVAC subdisplay unit. Check for poor connections or loose terminals at the audio-HVAC display panel and audio-HVAC subdisplay unit. If the connections are OK, replace the affected shielded harness.

Error code: XM NO SIGNAL or XM ANTENNA is displayed

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first. Check the XM radio reception in an open area. Poor reception/interference can be caused by tall buildings, mountains, or high-voltage power lines.

1. Park the vehicle outside with a clear view of the southern horizon.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
3. Turn on the audio unit and select XM radio. Does the XM radio receive a signal? YES - Reception interference operation is normal. NO - Go to step 4.
4. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
5. Check XM receiver connector B (2P) connection. Is XM receiver connector B connected properly? YES - Go to step 6. NO - Reconnect XM receiver connector B (2P), recheck the XM radio operation. If the signal is restored, operation is normal. If the signal is not restored, go to step 6.
6. Substitute a known-good XM antenna (see «STEREO AMPLIFIER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). Does the XM radio receive a signal? YES - Replace the XM antenna (see «STEREO AMPLIFIER REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NO - Substitute a known-good XM antenna lead. If the XM radio receives the signal, replace the original XM antenna lead.

Security indicator does not work properly

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

1. Check if the operation of the security indicator when turning the ignition switch to LOCK (0). Does the security indicator flash? YES - Operation is normal. NO - Go to step 2.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
3. Turn on the audio unit and check the operation of the radio station preset buttons. Do the preset buttons set and keep their memory? YES - Replace the audio unit (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ). NO - Go to «RADIO PRESET MEMORY IS LOST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__radio-preset-memory-is-lost) .

Audio-HVAC Display Module Illumination Troubleshooting

Note. Check the vehicle battery condition first.

1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
2. Turn the combination light switch ON.
3. Turn the illumination control dial on the gauge control module back and forth between full dim and full bright. Does the problem with the illumination affect only the audio-HVAC display panel? YES - Go to step 4. NO - Go to B-CAN Diagnosis Test Mode A (see «TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/communication-devices/#multiplex-integrated-control-system__troubleshooting-b-can-system-diagnosis-test) ).
4. Turn the illumination control dial on the gauge control module back and forth between full dim and full bright while watching the audio-HVAC display panel buttons, button LEDs, LCD displays and lower panel ambient light.
5. Proceed with the diagnostic procedure for the appropriate symptom(s). SYMPTOM CHART Symptom Diagnostic Procedure Buttons stay bright and do not adjust with dimmer LEDs dim with dimmer off of full bright position LCD display is full bright and does not adjust with dimmer Lower panel ambient light may or may not dim with dimmer Go to step 6 . Buttons do not light up LEDs do not dim LCD display is full bright and does not adjust with dimmer Lower panel ambient light may or may not dim with dimmer Go to step 12 . Lower panel ambient light does not light up Buttons dim with dimmer LEDs dim with dimmer off of full bright position LCD display dims with dimmer Go to step 18 . Symptom other than those listed above Replace the audio-HVAC display module.
6. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
7. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ) and check for loose wires terminals or poor connections at audio unit connector A (20P). Are all the wire terminals tight, and is audio unit connector A (20P) connected properly? YES - Go to step 8. NO - Repair the loose wire terminal, or properly connect audio unit connector A (20P) and recheck the symptom.
8. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
9. Turn the combination light switch ON.
10. Turn the illumination control dial on the gauge control module to the full bright position.
11. Measure the voltage between the No. 19 and No. 20 terminals of audio unit connector A (20P). Is there less than 0.1 V? YES - Check connections at audio unit connector A (20P). If connections are OK substitute a known-good audio unit and recheck the symptom. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original audio unit. NO - Repair open in the RED wire between the MICU and the audio-HVAC display module.
12. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
13. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ) and check for loose wire terminals or poor connections at audio unit connector A (20P). Are all the wire terminals tight, and is audio unit connector A (20P) connected properly? YES - Go to step 14. NO - Repair the loose wire terminal, or properly connect audio unit connector A (20P) and recheck the symptom.
14. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
15. Turn the combination light switch ON.
16. Turn the illumination control dial on the gauge control module to the full bright position.
17. Measure the voltage between the No. 9 and No. 19 terminals of the audio unit connector A (20P). Is there battery voltage? YES - Check connections at the audio unit connector A (20P). If connections are OK substitute a known-good audio unit and recheck the symptom. If the symptom/indication goes away, replace the original audio unit. NO - Repair open in the RED/BLK wire between the under-hood fuse/relay box and the audio-HVAC display panel.
18. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
19. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ) and check for loose wire terminals or poor connections at audio-HVAC display panel connector B (16P). Are all the wire terminals tight, and is audio-HVAC display panel connector B (16P) connector connected properly? YES - Go to step 20. NO - Repair the loose wire terminal, or properly connect audio-HVAC display panel connector B (16P) and recheck the symptom.
20. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
21. Turn the combination light switch ON.
22. Turn the illumination control dial on the gauge control module to the full bright position.
23. Measure the voltage between the No. 12 and No. 6 terminals of audio-HVAC display panel connector B (16P). Is there less than 0.1 V? YES - Go to step 24. NO - Repair open in the RED wire between the MICU and the audio-HVAC display panel.
24. Measure the voltage between the No. 8 and No. 6 terminals of the audio-HVAC display panel connector B (16P). Is there battery voltage? YES - Check connections at audio-HVAC display panel connector B (16P). If connections are OK substitute a known-good audio-HVAC display panel and recheck the symptom. If the symptom/ indication goes away, replace the original audio-HVAC display panel. NO - Repair open in the RED/BLK wire between the under-hood fuse/relay box and the audio-HVAC display panel.

Sound Quality Diagnosis

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Use the following tests to check sound quality.

Note. Before beginning the following tests, write down the client's bass, treble, fader and balance settings, them set them to their center positions for the testing.

Left/Right Channel ID

Do this test to confirm proper channel routing.

1. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player.
2. Play track No. 1 (left, both, right channel ID) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
3. The voice should be audible only from the channel or channels when indicated. If the channel ID is correct for each side, go to «PHASE TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__phase-test) . If the channel ID is not correct, check for Shorted speaker wire Faulty amplifier Faulty audio unit

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Phase Test

Do this test to confirm proper speaker phasing.

1. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player.
2. Play track No. 2 (phase) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
3. The voice should sound centered and focused when it is in-phase.
4. The voice should sound diffused, and have "less bass" when it is out of phase. If the voice changes from in-phase to out of phase as indicated by the prompt, the phasing is correct. Go to «ELECTRICAL NOISE TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__electrical-noise-test) . If the voice always sounds out of phase, phasing is not correct. Check for Crossed speaker wires Faulty amplifier Faulty audio unit

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Electrical Noise Test

Do this test to check for electrical noise being induced into the audio system.

Note. Electrical noise may be caused by outside sources that cannot be handled by the audio system. Make sure you remove any cell phones and/or turn off any aftermarket device before beginning this test.

1. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player.
2. Play track No. 4 (digital zero) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
3. Operate any electrical device that may create electrical noise in the audio system, including starting the engine.
4. Play track No. 5 (near digital zero) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
5. Operate any electrical device that may create electrical noise in the audio system, including starting the engine.
6. Play track No. 6 (SNR) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
7. Operate any electrical device that may create electrical noise in the audio system, including starting the engine. If no abnormal noise is heard, go to «INDIVIDUAL SPEAKER TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__individual-speaker-test) . If the noise is present only during the SNR track, replace the audio unit. If the noise is heard during the digital zero or near digital zero track, check for Poor ground for the audio unit, amplifier, engine or battery cable Pinched or shorted speaker or amplifier wire - Faulty amplifier Faulty audio unit Other faulty components causing excessive electrical noise (ignition coils, alternator, door lock actuators, etc.). Disconnect any suspect components, and then replay the tracks that were originally noisy. If the noise is gone, check the component's circuit and the component.

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Individual Speaker Test

Do this test to identify a faulty speaker.

1. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player.
2. Play track No. 30 (steady 300 Hz tone) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
3. Listen to each speaker for poor sound compared to the other speakers. Use the audio unit's fader and balance settings to help isolate the channel with the problem. If the sound quality produced by a specific speaker is poor, substitute it with a known-good speaker. If the poor sound quality continues, go to the «SOUND BALANCE TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__sound-balance-test) . If the sound quality is OK, go to the «SOUND BALANCE TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__sound-balance-test) .

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Sound Balance Test

Perform this test to identify a faulty channel or speaker.

1. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player.
2. Confirm the bass and treble are set to the center positions.
3. Play track No. 3 (pink noise) at a normal, or slightly higher then normal, volume level.
4. A "static" type sound should be heard through all speakers.
5. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player of a known-good vehicle.
6. Set the bass and treble to the center position.
7. Play track No. 3 (pink noise) all the same level as was played in step 3 .
8. Compare the sounds made by the two vehicles. If the noise sounds made by the two vehicles are very similar, go to the «FREQUENCY SWEEP TEST»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__frequency-sweep) . If the sound does not have as much bass, check the subwoofer and circuit. If the sound does not have enough "hiss," check the tweeters and their circuits.

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Frequency sweep

Do this test to find rattles or reverberations that may cause a perception of poor sound quality.

1. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player.
2. Play track No. 13 (sweep from 500 Hz to 35 Hz) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level.
3. Listen to each speaker for poor sound quality or reverberations caused by specific frequencies. Use the voice-over to estimate the frequency that causes the vibration. Use the audio unit's fader and balance settings to help isolate the channel with the problem. If vibrations or poor sound quality is heard, go to step 4. If no vibrations or poor sound quality is heard, go to sound judging.
4. Choose the appropriate track from No. 14 to 25 (small range frequency sweep) or 26 to 53 (single frequencies) to recreate the frequency that caused the poor sound quality or vibration located in step 3 : this aids in diagnosis of the cause. NOTE: When you get to the track that recreates the problem, select the repeat function on the audio unit, this will help you isolate the cause.
5. Replace or insulate the source of the vibration or, if the speaker is the source of the poor sound quality, replace it.

Special Tools Required

Diagnostics CD 07AAZ-SDBA100

Sound judging

Do this test to compare overall sound quality, imaging, and dynamics between the client's vehicle and a known-good vehicle. Only use a vehicle of the same model and trim level for this test.

1. In the client's vehicle, set the bass, treble, fader, and balance settings to the client's normal settings that were written down before beginning testing.
2. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player.
3. Play tracks No. 7 to 12 (sound quality, midland, dynamics, and imaging demonstration tracks) at a normal, or slightly higher than normal, volume level. Write down the volume setting being used.
4. Listen to areas of the track that stand out as being either very clear or poorer than other areas of the track.
5. Insert audio diagnostic CD (T/N 07AAZ-SDBA100) into the CD player of a known-good vehicle.
6. Play the tracks at the same volume level and the same bass, treble, balance, and fader settings as used in step 3 in the client's vehicle.
7. Listen to the same area of the track that stood out as being either very clear or poorer than other areas of the track.
8. Compare the client's vehicle's sound quality results the known-good vehicle's results. If the sound quality in the client's vehicle is comparable to the sound quality in the known-good vehicle, then the client's vehicle is operating as designed. If the sound quality is not comparable, check these items in order. Loose or improperly installed speakers or other hardware that may become excited by the vibrations generated by the speakers Poor power or ground to the stereo amplifier Damaged speaker(s) -Faulty amplifier Faulty audio unit

Seek Stop Test

Do this test to check the performance of the audio unit's AM and FM reception. Refer to SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING: AUDIO SYSTEM SOUND IS WEAK OR DISTORTED , or No sound is heard from speaker(s) (display is normal) before continuing with this test.

Note. Window tint, aftermarket theft-recovery devices and other aftermarket accessories may reduce radio reception. Changes in cloud cover and other atmosphere conditions will affect the ability of the audio unit to receive radio signals.

1. Park the client's vehicle in an open area away from buildings or other obstructions.
2. Park a known-good vehicle (same year, model, and trim level) next to the client's vehicle, facing the same direction.
3. Start the engine in the client's vehicle, and turn on the radio.
4. Set the FM receiver to 87.7 MHz.
5. Press the "Seek +" button and record the first station that the audio unit locks onto.
6. Press the "Seek +" button repeatedly, and write down each station that the audio unit locks onto until the station recorded in step 5 is reached again.
7. Set the AM receiver to 530 kHz.
8. Press the "Seek +" button, and record the first station that the audio unit locks onto.
9. Press the "Seek +" button repeatedly, and write down each station that the audio unit locks onto until the station recorded in step 8 is reached again.
10. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
11. Start the engine in the known-good vehicle, and then perform steps 4 thru 10 on the known-good vehicle.
12. Compare the number of stations received in steps 6 and 9 in the client's vehicle with the number of stations received in the known-good vehicle. If the number of stations received is the same, or within 10 %, the audio unit's tuner performance is OK. The problem may be atmospheric conditions, multi path interference, or other obstructions to the radio signal. If the client's vehicle receives fewer stations by at least 10%, go to step 3 of poor AM or FM radio reception of interference (see «POOR AM OR FM RADIO RECEPTION OR INTERFERENCE»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__poor-am-or-fm-radio-reception) ).

Scheme 78

1. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A), 14P connector (B) and 20P connector (C) (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).
3. Connect the special tool to the connectors (A), (B), and (C).

Scheme 79

1. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ). NOTE: Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
2. Remove the audio unit from the audio-HVAC display panel (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).
3. Disconnect the 2P connector (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).
4. Connect the special tool to the connectors (A), (B), and (C).

Audio-HVAC Display Module Removal/Installation

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) in the SRS before doing repairs or service.

Note. Put on gloves to protect your hands. Take care not to scratch the dashboard and related parts. Lay a workshop towel under the parts when working on them to protect the face panel from scratches or other damage. Do not work in a dusty or dirty environment. Discharge static electricity from your body before and during the work. Do not touch the circuit board with your bare hands. Be careful not to fold the flat plate cable. Do not touch the terminal connector of the flat plate cable with your bare hands. (If you have touched it, wipe it off thoroughly.) Eject all the discs before removing the audio unit to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism. If you are replacing the audio unit, write down the audio presets (if possible), and enter them into the new audio unit.

Scheme 80

Scheme 81

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio and navigation system.
2. Remove the driver's inner dashboard trim (see «DRIVER'S INNER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ) and passenger's dashboard trim (see «PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#dashboard) ).
3. Remove the center console panel (see step 2 on «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ).
4. Remove the center upper pocket (see step 3 on «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ).
5. Remove the center lower pocket (see step 4 on «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ).
6. Remove the hazard warning switch.
7. Remove the screws and bolts. Disconnect the audio-HVAC display module connectors (A) and the antenna lead (B), then remove the audio-HVAC display module. '04-05 models '06-08 models
8. Install the audio-HVAC display module and note these items: Make sure all connectors are secure. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system, then enter the audio presets, and set the clock. If needed, enter the navigation system anti-theft code.

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Scheme 83

1. Remove the audio-HVAC display module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ). NOTE: Eject all the CDs before disconnecting the audio unit and CD changer to prevent damaging the CD player's load mechanism.
2. Remove the mounting screws and audio unit (A) from the radio bracket (B), and separate the audio unit from the audio-HVAC display panel (C). With Navigation Without Navigation
3. Install the audio unit and audio-HVAC display module in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 88

1. Remove the audio-HVAC display panel (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system) ).
2. Remove the mounting screws and the cover (A). Without navigation With navigation
3. With navigation system: Remove the mounting screws and disconnect the connectors (A) from the circuit board (B), then remove the circuit board from the display unit (C).
4. With navigation system: Remove the mounting screws and the display unit (D).
5. Without navigation system: Remove the mounting screws, then remove the printed circuit board (A).
6. Install the audio unit and printed circuit board in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 89

1. Remove the Audio-HVAC Display Module (see «AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/entertainment-systems/#audio-system__audio-hvac-display-module-removalinstallation) ).
2. Remove the two mounting screws.
3. Disconnect the 10P connector (A) from the subdisplay unit (B).
4. Install the subdisplay unit in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 90

1. Remove the door panel (see «FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exterior-body-panels/#door-system__front-door-panel-removalinstallation) ). NOTE: If you pull the speaker out too far from the door, you will damage the lower clips (A).
2. Pull the speaker (B) straight out, just enough to release the upper clips. Then lift the speaker straight up to release the lower clips.
3. Disconnect the 2P connector (C), and remove the speaker.
4. Install the speaker in the reverse order of removal.

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Scheme 92

1. Remove the tweeter speaker grille and tweeter (A).
2. Disconnect the 2P connector (B) from the tweeter.
3. Remove the tweeter speaker grille from the tweeter.
4. Install the tweeter in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 93

1. Remove the rear speaker cover by prying straight up to release the clips.
2. Remove the four mounting bolts from the rear speaker (A).
3. Disconnect the 2P connector (B), and remove the speaker.
4. Install the speaker in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 94

1. Remove the driver's airbag assembly (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
2. Remove the 4P connector (A) from the audio remote switch (B).
3. Remove the two mounting screws and the switch.
4. Measure the resistance between the No. 3 and No. 4 terminals in each switch position according to the table. RESISTANCE REFERENCE Position Resistance OFF About 10 kohms MODE About 3.7 kohms CH(+) About 1.7 kohms CH(-) About 775 ohms. ↑ (VOL. UP) About 357 ohms ↓ (VOL. DOWN) About 100 ohms
5. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the audio remote switch.

Scheme 95

1. Remove the driver's airbag assembly (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
2. Remove the 13P connector from the cable reel.
3. Measure the resistance between the No. 11 and No. 12 terminals in each switch position according to the table. RESISTANCE REFERENCE Position Resistance OFF About 10 kohms MODE About 3.7 kohms CH(+) About 1.7 kohms CH(-) About 775 ohms <-- [utrif] --> (VOL. UP) About 357 ohms <-- [dtrif] --> (VOL. DOWN) About 100 ohms
4. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the audio remote switch.

Scheme 96

1. Remove the driver's airbag assembly (see «DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/airbag/#srs-supplemental-restraint-system) ).
2. Remove the 20P connector from the cable reel.
3. Measure the resistance between the No. 18 and No. 19 terminals in each switch position according to the table. RESISTANCE REFERENCE Position Resistance OFF About 10 kohms MODE About 3.7 k ohms CH(+) About 1.7 kohms CH(-) About 775 ohms ↑ (VOL. UP) About 357 ohms ↓ (VOL. DOWN) About 100 ohms
4. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the audio remote switch.

Scheme 97

1. Open the trunk lid and remove the right trunk side trim panel (see «TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK AREA»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__trim-removalinstallation-trunk-area) ).
2. Disconnect the antenna 2P connector (A) and 14P connector (B) from the XM receiver (C).
3. Loosen the three nuts and remove the XM receiver.
4. Install the XM receiver in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 98

1. Remove the left C-pillar trim (see «C-PILLAR TRIM»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__c-pillar-trim) ).
2. Disconnect the 1P connectors (A) and the AM/FM antenna lead jack (B) from the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil (C).
3. Disconnect the AM (D), FM (E), and defogger (F) 1P connectors from the C-pillar.
4. Remove the bolt and the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil.
5. Install the AM/FM antenna amplifier-rear window defogger coil in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 99

1. Remove the center console pocket (see «CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#consoles__center-console-removalinstallation) ).
2. Disconnect the connectors (A) from the stereo amplifier (B).
3. Remove the nuts and the stereo amplifier.
4. Install the stereo amplifier in the reverse order of removal.

Scheme 100

1. Remove the headliner (see «HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION»(/acura/tsx/i-2003-2008/remont/exteriorinterior-trim/#interior-trim__headliner-removalinstallation) ).
2. Remove the nut (A) from the XM antenna (B).
3. Disconnect the connector (C) and remove the XM antenna.
4. Install the XM antenna in the reverse order of removal.

AM/FM Antenna Repair

Note. To make an effective repair, the broken section must be no longer than one inch.

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Scheme 102

1. Lightly rub the area around the broken section (A) with fine steel wool, then clean it with isopropyl alcohol.
2. Carefully mask above and below the broken portion of the window antenna wire (B) with cellophane tape (C).
3. Mix the silver conductive paint thoroughly. Using a small brush, apply a heavy coat of paint (A) extending about 1/8" on both sides of the break. Allow 30 minutes to dry.
4. Check for continuity in the repaired wire.
5. Apply a second coat of paint in the same way. Let it dry 3 hours before removing the tape.

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Scheme 104

1. Remove the screw and accessory power socket panel (A). Then disconnect the accessory power socket 2P connector (B) and auxiliary jack assembly 5P connector (C).
2. Remove the screws, then pull out the auxiliary jack assembly (A).
3. Install the auxiliary jack assembly in the reverse order of removal.

See also:
• FUNCTION TEST
• CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• CABLE REEL REPLACEMENT
• TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A
• DRIVER'S INNER DASHBOARD TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TRUNK AREA
• C-PILLAR TRIM
• HEADLINER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• POOR AM OR FM RADIO RECEPTION OR INTERFERENCE
• POWER SWITCH WILL NOT TURN ON (NO INFORMATION DISPLAY AND NO SOUND)
• RADIO STAYS POWERED WITH THE IGNITION SWITCH OFF
• NO SOUND IS HEARD FROM SPEAKER(S) (DISPLAY IS NORMAL)
• POOR OR NO SOUND WITH XM RADIO (AUDIO UNIT DOES DISPLAY XM CHANNELS)
• XM RADIO DISPLAY IS BLANK AND NO STATION INFORMATION IS DISPLAYED
• AUDIO SYSTEM SOUND IS WEAK OR DISTORTED (DISPLAY IS NORMAL)
• RADIO PRESET MEMORY IS LOST
• AUDIO DISC DOES NOT EJECT
• AUDIO DISC CHANGER DOES NOT LOAD ALL SIX DISCS
• AUDIO DISC CHANGER DOES NOT MOVE BETWEEN DISCS
• VOLUME DOES NOT CHANGE
• AUDIO DISC DOES NOT LOAD
• AUDIO DISC DOES NOT PLAY
• AUDIO DISC SKIPS
• AUDIO REMOTE SWITCH DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY
• NO DISPLAY APPEARS ON THE SCREEN (LCD SEGMENTS CANNOT BE READ) (WITHOUT NAVIGATION)
• AUDIO-HVAC SUBDISPLAY UNIT DOES NOT DISPLAY
• ERROR CODE: XM NO SIGNAL OR XM ANTENNA IS DISPLAYED
• SECURITY INDICATOR DOES NOT WORK PROPERLY
• SEEK STOP TEST
• AM/FM ANTENNA REPAIR
• AUDIO-HVAC DISPLAY MODULE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION
• ERROR CODES
• SOUND QUALITY DIAGNOSIS
• PHASE TEST
• ELECTRICAL NOISE TEST
• INDIVIDUAL SPEAKER TEST
• SOUND BALANCE TEST
• FREQUENCY SWEEP TEST