For 1990-2009 cars only
Diagnostic Instructions
| • | Perform the Diagnostic System Check - Vehicle prior to using this diagnostic procedure. |
| • | Review Strategy Based Diagnosis for an overview of the diagnostic approach. |
| • | Diagnostic Procedure Instructions provides an overview of each diagnostic category. |
DTC Descriptor
DTC B2466: Navigation Vehicle Information Communication System (VICS) Memory ErrorCircuit Description
The navigation radio tests the vehicle information communication system (VICS) memory when it detects a power mode transition to ON.
Conditions for Running the DTC
| • | Radio ON. |
| • | Battery voltage must be between 9-16 volts. |
Conditions for Setting the DTC
The navigation radio detects an internal error in the radio.
Action Taken When the DTC Sets
| • | Limited or no VICS information is used in route guidance. |
| • | VICS switch may not be displayed on the screen. |
| • | Last VICS information is displayed if requested. |
Conditions for Clearing the DTC
| • | The condition responsible for setting the DTC no longer exists. |
| • | A history DTC will clear once 50 consecutive malfunction-free ignition cycles have occurred. |
Diagnostic Aids
Cycle the ignition after a successful inspection with a scan tool so initialization will occur.
Reference Information
Schematic Reference
Radio/Navigation System Schematics
Connector End View Reference
Entertainment/Communication Connector End Views
Description and Operation
Navigation System Description and Operation
Electrical Information Reference
Scan Tool Reference
Control Module References for scan tool information
Circuit/System Verification
- Ignition ON, with a scan tool clear all DTCs.
- Ignition ON, operate the navigation system within the Conditions for Running the DTC.
| ⇒ | If the DTC resets, replace the radio. |
Repair Instructions
Perform the Diagnostic Repair Verification after completing the diagnostic procedure.
Control Module References for Radio replacement, setup, and programming
