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#72 of 132 Re: Real Time Traffic [andre12] by hemorse Apr 14, 2008 (4:55 am)
Replying to: andre12 (Apr 14, 2008 4:47 am) The system is only as good as the local agencies who report the data to XM. In other words, it is not automatic when a traffic incident occurs. Usually, when dispatch reports the incident to the web, it is the equivilant of a multiple email which would also encompass XM, who theoretically rebroadcast it to our vehicles. Therefore, there are several steps needed, to make this function. I think you also need to go to "icons" and be sure you have the traffic incident (accident) icon feature turned on. Replies to this message: andre12 (Apr 19, 2008 6:31 am)
#73 of 132 Freeway Exit Icons by hemorse Apr 14, 2008 (4:59 am)
When I have the freeway exit icons turned on, I see the little circle with the "I" in it (same as on the steering wheel), in the vicinity of where the exits are suppossed to be, however there is no other info such as the number or how far you are from it. Is there a way to do something with the circle that would show the exit number, how far away it is or obtain any more detail about it from the icon??   Toyota gives the next three exit numbers by distance, and if there is a rest stop. That is really nice.   Maybe I just have not found out what to do to get detail.
#74 of 132 Re: Real Time Traffic [hemorse] by andre12 Apr 19, 2008 (6:31 am)
Replying to: hemorse (Apr 14, 2008 4:55 am) I've done all of this and still nothing in regard to real time traffic updates. I called XM to make sure everything was o.k., and they assured me that it was. Until I hear from other Phila area MDX owners with this package, my only conclusion (seems highly unlikely) is that these messages are not being transmitted. I would be interested in hearing of experiences from others who live in my area in regard to this issue.
#75 of 132 Broken Naviagation system on 2004 mdx by vamaxwell May 07, 2008 (5:23 pm)
My in-laws took their 2004 MDX to their Acura dealer when the Navigation system just stopped working. She said they hooked it up to some device that told them it was "dead" and it would be $3500 for a new one. Has anyone ever heard of this happening? Replies to this message: mecheng1 (May 08, 2008 6:55 am) lintattoo (Aug 12, 2008 7:49 am) upstatedoc (Aug 13, 2008 4:52 am) kdriscoll (Sep 24, 2008 3:20 pm) starlowe (Oct 07, 2008 8:19 am) upstatedoc (Oct 08, 2008 8:54 am) and 4 more... starlowe (Oct 07, 2008 8:29 am)
#76 of 132 Hands Free Link on Nav models by gtfranklin May 08, 2008 (6:45 am)
Just an FYI for those frustrated by Phones not fully linking up with the HFL in the Nav. models. My Razr would not download phonebook, so I replaced with new Sony Erricson Z750a (AT&T) based upon previous tests of that brand. It was $50 (with $100 rebate). It works great....phone book downloaded, and signal stength and battery shows on monitor. It seems to take forever for the Hands Free website to list new phones, but this new Sony works fine.
#77 of 132 Re: Broken Naviagation system on 2004 mdx [vamaxwell] by mecheng1 May 08, 2008 (6:55 am)
Replying to: vamaxwell (May 07, 2008 5:23 pm) The video screen in my 2001 died a few months ago. I understand it is rare that this happens. I found an Acura dealer with a discount parts department that sold me a new display for a little over cost - about $1300.   The navigation units are not too hard to replace - they sit under the passenger seat. You could save labor costs by switching them out yourself. There is as security code "pin" number that needs to be input once the new unit is installed. [A new replacement for the 2004 lists for $3240., dealer cost is $2592] So if it really is broken, the quote from the dealer is fairly accurate.
#78 of 132 Phonebook Experiment by hemorse May 08, 2008 (12:07 pm)
Acura has told me the following scenario would work on a 2008 vehicle, and I wonder if anyone has tried it?   1. Assume you have a bluetooth phone that does NOT allow the phonebook transfer. 2. Borrow a phone that is approved for phonebook transfer, insert your sim and transfer your phonebook to the vehicle. 3. Remove your sim and place it back in your own phone. You must leave the bluetooth profile for the phone you used, in the vehicle. In other words, do not selete the phone you used to insert the phonebook. 4. Access the phonebook and dial a number using your non-compatible bluetooth phone.   My local Radio Shack will let me use one of their phones for a few minutes to do this, but I would like to know if anyone has tried it.   Thanks
#79 of 132 2008, Navigation doesnt work in Alaska by swinbourn May 10, 2008 (11:19 pm)
I purchased a 2008 MDX with Navi in Arizona and then I was transfered to Alaska. The system does not work in Anchorage but I can buy after market units that do? Is there something I can do to make the system work? It doesnt allow me to access the calculator or change the time without the Navigation up and running. A couple of times I have gotten a signal so I parked and set the clock and cleared the messages. The dealer has been no help, their answer was "we cant use navigation in Alaska". Called the 800 number and they were even less help. Said they planned to have this service in the near future??? Whatever that means. Thanks for your help! I love the vehicle and it does GREAT in the snow even with the stock tires.
#80 of 132 MDX 2004 - rear view camera by hnikdel Jun 16, 2008 (9:07 am)
The rear view camera on my 2004 stop working. When put the car in reverse, the screen goes blank. The nav system and other screen menu options work ok. Any idea how to trouble shoot this. My acura reference manual shows the location of the rear view camera control unit. How do I know that the control unit is bad?   Thanks   H. Nikdel
#81 of 132 Re: Broken Naviagation system on 2004 mdx [vamaxwell] by lintattoo Aug 12, 2008 (7:49 am)
Replying to: vamaxwell (May 07, 2008 5:23 pm) Yes. The same thing happened to me - just after the warranty had expired. Initially the dealer gave me the same option. I was considering getting a portable unit as I did not want to spend 3500 to replace the unit. I was angry.   However, I decided to send my husband over to talk with them. They investigated my maintenance record and decided to replace the unit. This all happened around November of 2007.   This is not quite the happy ending you think it is. I just started encountering the same problem last week.   When it breaks this time, I will replace it with a portable unit. Replies to this message: upstatedoc (Aug 13, 2008 4:52 am)

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