How to troubleshoot common problems with a GPS navigation unit?

Make sure the GPS antenna is connected and has a clear line of sight to the sky. If you have a GPS unit that is installed in your car’s dashboard console, check to make sure the antenna is connected properly. If it is possible to move the antenna, try moving it to a different location that has a clear line of sight to the sky.

How do you replace a GPS navigation unit?

The power cable has not been connected to the GPS navigation unit. Connect the power cable to the GPS navigation unit. Blown fuse behind the GPS navigation unit or in the radio system. Replace the blown fuse with a fuse of the same amps. Flat battery. Replace or charge up the flat battery. The remote controller is running out of battery power.

Why do I get incorrect directions in Google Maps?

By default the Google Directions API is used ( “https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/directions/json” ). Usually you won’t need to change this. If you are using strings for origin or destination, sometimes you will get an incorrect route because Google Maps API needs the region where this places belong to. See here for more info.

Why do my GPS directions keep going out of date?

The second strike is that maps quickly go out of date. The directions your GPS device compiles are based on digital maps provided by a mapping and navigation company that has partnered with the device manufacturer.

Why is voice navigation not working on Google Maps?

Although voice navigation is always enabled by default on the Google Maps app, you may have disabled it by accident. Here’s how to check and unmute voice navigation on Google Maps. Step 1: On the map navigation page, tap the speaker icon. Step 2: Tap the third speaker icon (as seen in the image below) to unmute voice navigation.

Why is the touch screen on my GPS not working?

Touch panel is not calibrated. Press “calibration” to calibrate the monitor again. No response from the touch screen. If there is still no response after a long period time, please contact the after-sale service department to have this issue looked at. Can not play DVD. Disc loaded inaccurately.

Why does my GPS not work in tall buildings?

Re-plug in the radio antenna. This problem can also related to the current position of the vehicle, especially in the areas with tall buildings. Try it again when the vehicle is away from the built up areas. If the problem persists, please contact your local product distributor/reseller. No image from the reversing camera.

Can a dashcam interfere with a GPS unit?

Other electronic devices, such as dashcam, or CB radio can interfere with a GPS. Try moving all electronic devices away from the GPS or turning them off.

Are there any problems with the GPS system?

For the high GPS navigation technology, more and more people choose to install their own car GPS navigation systems. Inevitably, when you run the GPS navigation system, there may be some problems. Some issues need to be resolved by Professionals, but most of problems you can resolve yourself.

What to do if your GPS unit is running out of power?

Connect the power cable to the GPS navigation unit. Blown fuse behind the GPS navigation unit or in the radio system. Replace the blown fuse with a fuse of the same amps. Flat battery. Replace or charge up the flat battery. The remote controller is running out of battery power. Change the remote control battery.

Other electronic devices, such as dashcam, or CB radio can interfere with a GPS. Try moving all electronic devices away from the GPS or turning them off.