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DTC B2462 Navigation Radio

Diagnostic Instructions

    â€¢  Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure.
    â€¢  Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach.
    â€¢  Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category.

DTC Descriptors

DTC B2462 02: Global Positioning System (GPS) Short to Ground

DTC B2462 04: Global Positioning System (GPS) Open Circuit

Circuit Description

The global positioning system (GPS) antenna is connected to the navigation radio by a shielded coaxial cable. The GPS antenna is powered through the same coaxial cable used to send signals to the navigation system. The antenna cable also provides a path for DC current for powering the GPS antenna.

Conditions for Running the DTC

    â€¢ The radio is ON.
    â€¢ Battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts.

Conditions for Setting the DTC

B2462 02

The DTC will set when the navigation radio detects a short to ground in the GPS antenna signal circuit.

B2462 04

The DTC will set when the navigation radio detects an open/high resistance in the GPS antenna signal circuit.

Actions Taken When the DTC Sets

    â€¢ Unable to get GPS location updated, the radio uses the last reported position and the vehicle speed signal to calculate the vehicle position.
    â€¢ Route guidance may be inaccurate.

Conditions for Clearing the DTC

    â€¢ The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists.
    â€¢ A history DTC will clear once 50 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred.

Diagnostic Aids

The global positioning system (GPS) requires a clear line of sight to the sky to operate properly. In most cases the GPS will not have reception near tall buildings or inside structures.

Reference Information

Schematic Reference

Radio/Navigation System Schematics

Connector End View Reference

Component Connector End Views

Description and Operation

Navigation System Description and Operation

Electrical Information Reference

    â€¢  Circuit Testing
    â€¢  Connector Repairs
    â€¢  Testing for Intermittent Conditions and Poor Connections
    â€¢  Wiring Repairs

Scan Tool Reference

Control Module References for scan tool information

Circuit/System Testing

  1. Ignition OFF, disconnect the GPS antenna coax cable from the navigation radio.
  2. Ignition ON, test for 4.5-5.5 volts between the coax cable connection center conductor at the radio and ground.
  3. ⇒If not within the specified range, replace the radio.
  4. If all circuits test normal, replace the GPS antenna.

Repair Instructions

Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.

    â€¢  Electronic Navigation Antenna Replacement
    â€¢  Control Module References for radio replacement, setup, and programming