Audio Unit Displays Code After Using Auto Select (08-046)

Publication date: 2008-10-28
Reference number: 08-046

AUDIO UNIT DISPLAYS CODE AFTER USING AUTO SELECT

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): 08-046, Date of Issue: October 28, 2008

ACURA:	2009 RL
CATEGORY:	Electrical
APPLIES TO:	2009 RL - Models with Compass (Without Navigation) From VIN JH4KB2...9C000001 thru JH4KB2...9C001017

SYMPTOM

After a client uses the auto select function (or auto scan), the next time the vehicle is started, CODE appears on the upper display.

PROBABLE CAUSE

An internal software problem with the audio unit causes the unit to delete the anti-theft code from its memory.

CORRECTIVE ACTION

Replace the audio unit with a remanufactured unit.

PARTS INFORMATION

For information on audio unit ordering, see Service Bulletin 06-001, AUDIO, NAVIGATION, AND RES UNIT IN-WARRANTY EXCHANGE AND OUT-OF-WARRANTY REPAIR .

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Operation Number: 0101B5

Flat Rate Time: 0.8 hour

Failed Part: Use the RM part number from the repair order without the RM (example: 08A06-341-110)

Defect Code: 03214

Symptom Code: 03205

Skill Level: Repair Technician

Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warranty expiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration by the District Parts and Service Manager or your Zone Office. You must request consideration, and get a decision, before starting work.

REPAIR PROCEDURE

NOTE:

This problem affects the five-digit audio anti-theft code only. If the client complains about having to enter both the five-digit audio anti-theft code and the four-digit navigation anti-theft code or just the navigation anti-theft code, this bulletin does not apply. It is more likely a battery-related issue. Continue with normal troubleshooting procedures.
This problem tends to occur in rural areas with fewer radio stations. Ask the client where the vehicle was being driven when the problem occurred.

Replace the audio unit.

Refer to section 23 of the 2009 RL Service Manual , or
Online, enter keywords AUDIO REMOVAL , and select Audio Unit Removal/Installation from the list.