Hack a Honda/Acura Navigation System

posted Apr 19th 2005 10:07am by
filed under: misc hacks, transportation hacks

Acura Honda

if you have 2 MDXs, and NSX, and an RSX like we do, this might be for you! seriously check it out. honda and Acura have their little built in GPS navigation screens to help guide you to wherever…well that’s gotta look boring after about 1000 miles, so spice it up with some customade skins. there is even a blue screen of death background, which is a wonderful thing. you’ll need a program called dumpnavi  that will let you change it. there’s little documentation but the source code is right there. it’d be cool to see some BMWS, infinitis, and other luxury cars hacked.

There is a GUI version, a console version, and good ol’ source code. pick your poison and if anyone actually….wants to try this, please let us know! thanks [pantz]



90 Responses to Hack a Honda/Acura Navigation System

  • rav says:

    I like it. Makes me want to go get an Acura GPS unit and toy around with it.

    I dig the C64 skin the most.

  • Morgan says:

    Man, I wish someone would do this for the mercedes/dodge DVD. Maybe I need to get off my ass…

  • Pedro says:

    damn it i knew i should have gotten the navigation on my tsx!

  • Hal Hockersmith says:

    Man You just gotta love that CIA one. Put that in there and someone will get suspicious.

    Hmm. On second thought best not take that to the street race.

  • Shaun D says:

    I tried it on my MDX and I couldnt get it to work. I couldnt get to the screen where it shows the Version number. Anyone know what year this hack works on?

  • Adam says:

    Mine is an ’05, but I would think it would work on all Acura’s with navi.

  • Josiah says:

    Tried it on an ’03 TL and couldn’t find the version button. The three key combination instead took me to a daignostics mode that didn’t have access to the version information as far as I could tell. Any help out there!

  • kirk says:

    I’ve got a ’03 MDX. I found the bootloader file (josiah – after holding 3 button – go to version tab, hold menu for another 5 – should give up bootloader file name). But the GUI program doesn’t open bootloader file – BN2HH110.bin. thoughts?

  • David Annett says:

    one of the cool things about working for a company that makes these things is can do great hacks when you have the source code. Mine is hacked to show the channel name from the radio scanner. I changed the splash screen to show my car and marketing rejected it cos it shows the mitis logo on the bonnet. I fixed that by getting a hot babe I know to stand in front of the car. That pink mini-skirt hides the logo nicely ;-) Next hack on the list is to change the speed camera warning sound to use the robot from the ‘Lost In Space’ TV series, you know “warning, warning, danger will robinson!”.

  • adam michela says:

    Almost all of the info on this is actually in these two threads, not so much the download page directly.

    http://tl.acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=112677
    http://tsx.acurazine.com/forums/showthread.php?t=21434

  • Theodore says:

    Anyone have a hack for BMW’s nav system to remove the annoying legal disclaimer which you have to ‘accept’ every time you start the dang car? Clicking a liability shrinkwrap for my car every day is totally annoying!

  • pantz says:

    It worked for my 05 Acura TL. Here’s to getting that legal disclamer removed completly.

  • JoeBean says:

    I am going to be trying this tonight on my Honda Accord’s Navigation. Any sugestions will be nice.

    AIM name: Accordwthnavvtec

  • kevkha says:

    Same as Josiah’s. I tried it on an ’02 TL and couldn’t find the version button. The three key combination instead took me to a daignostics mode that didn’t have access to the version information as far as I could tell. Any help out there!

  • dadgumkid says:

    I have a 2000 honda odyessey with nav and I need to upgrade the nav dvd but the dealership wants to put it in me by charging me a $210 for a cd/dvd that costs 29cents to make. I REFUSE to pay full price!!!!! they are smoking some phat rock!!!!! anyone help me out with finding an updated version for less?

  • dadgumkid says:

    I have a 2000 honda odyessey with nav and I need to upgrade the nav dvd but the dealership wants to put it in me by charging me a $210 for a cd/dvd that costs 29cents to make. I REFUSE to pay full price!!!!! they are smoking some phat rock!!!!! anyone help me out with finding an updated version for less?

  • The Hammer says:

    Does anyone have voice upgrades to swap out the plane jaine honda voice. I would love a jap girl voice that yells and swears at you, “you miss da turn a-hole” or “turn around you f*&%^”…any suggestions?

  • Jon says:

    Anyone know if there is a way to update the 2003 Navi system to the 2005 system? Is it an easy software update? does using a newer nav disc do that? is it a major hardware swap?

  • SOSO says:

    I JUST GOT A TSX WITH A NAVI SYSTEM IN IT IM NOT A COMPUTER GENIUS BUT CAN MANAGE CAN ANYONE DIRECT ME IN THE DIRECTION OF HACKING THE NAVI SYSTEM TO PLAY DVD’S

  • Guindalf says:

    Didn’t work on my ’04 Accord V6. There’s only 6 BIN files and tells me that nag modification is not supported on my car. Then when I try to midify the bitmap without the nag, it tells me that I have an invalid XIP file.
    So, I have to live with the standard screens :(

  • tekurtz says:

    To somewhat answer Jon’s question: You can update the factory 2003 OS to the 2005 OS, however the only way I know how is to use the PC Card slot under the DVD slot-load. Unfourtunatly the only way I know of to do this is to bring it to the dealer and have them take care of it.

  • daryl sebring says:

    whats up with the link, not working

  • jkool says:

    I have a 2003 Honda with nav system and would like to try this. What kind of hardware and/or software is need? And what kind of problems I might have?

  • Dave k says:

    Great site. I have an older 1997 Acura with a bad hard drive. Acura upgraded these older systems with a flash card in a PCMCIA adaptor to eliminate the spining drive failure issues. I am looking for several bad files I was unable to recover from my old drive. Does anyone have the files from this vintage system I could download?

  • Nick says:

    anyone use the PC slot in the Accord nav (2006) to play mp3′s, I’ve heard some people do it with the 06 civic, just wondering if it’s possible (using a pc card adaptor to compact flash or SD.

    -Nick

  • DB says:

    We just bought a 06 odyssey, can you point me to a place where I can make the dvd show on the screen up front?

    Thanks.

  • DB says:

    We just bought a 06 odyssey, can you point me to a place where I can make the dvd show on the screen up front?

    Thanks.

  • tuvshuu says:

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  • ahsan ali says:

    I have Honda CL-7 2003 model. I have imported this car from Japan and every thing is in Japanese language. Could any body tell me how to change a language for navigation system. Also i want to know if there is a way to use the DVD rom for DVD based movies and how phone steering swicth working?and want 2 set the clock the time so plzzzzzz need help badly…

  • tim gage says:

    We have a Honda Civic Hybrid 06 and play MP3′s off the PCMCIA flash card all the time, it works great. You have to make sure that you use a fast card or than can be a lag between when you start the car and when the music starts coming out as the radio has to read the files of the card. This lag only happens at power up so slow cards do not effect playback after start.

  • Ali says:

    I have honda cl-9 model 2002. Its navigation system is in japanese language. Can anyone please tell me how to change the language in navigation system/screen. Plz email me at a_ali_81@hotmail.com.

  • tk says:

    I tried this on a 2006 Honda Accord EX. Didn’t work for me. After hitting menu for 5 seconds after Version screen, nothing indicates a “Loading filename” or any .BIN files. Only saw 3 pages of screens with nothing but version numbers. Bummer.

  • Leo says:

    I know this may be a silly question, but since there is a dvd player on these navi systems, is there a way to reprogram the system to play dvds on the display? I just bought a 2006 Honda Pilot and I’d rather use the nav display than by another dvd system for the back. Thanks!

  • Steve says:

    I just purchased a 2006 Honda Accord with Navigation is there anyway to turn off the Stupid Disclaimer that popsup every single time you turn on the car?

  • Steve says:

    I get the same thing on my 2006 Honda Accord EX as tk

  • Doyle says:

    I have a 2005 Honda Odyssey and I tried to edit the files from may nav disc but the downloaded software would not reconize the bin files from my disc. Does anyone know of any other software that I could use to open/extract these files. Also, on the Honda nav screen there is no statement that says files loading or anything like that. Any assistance would be great.

    Thanks

  • Steve says:

    doyle I am having the sort of same problem. On my 2006 Accord EX I go to extract the BIN files and it extracts like 2-3 files but then gives me a error message..

    And yes when you go into the system and you get into the diagnostics menu and hit version and then hold menu down the next screen nowhere does it say loading let alone loading filename.

  • Steve says:

    okay found out that for new civic/accord you will have to use a program called bysin instead of dumpnavi for complete instructions go too

    http://www.guicide.com/cars/2006civic/nav/hacks/

  • Steve says:

    forgot to mention that on atleast the Accords dont know about the Civics but the file you need is 06Touch2.bin

  • Donald mangenje says:

    I have a Honda Odyssey 1998 which is Japanese and I would like to get an English Version

  • Jeff Cross says:

    Guicide’s how-to worked for me. You can read this post for some useful links and to see my modified, yet factory looking image I used on my ’06 Civic.

    Maybe I’ll get more creative in the future.

    http://www.averageadmins.com/blog/2006/05/06/hacking-the-2006-civic-navigation-splash-screen/

  • Dean says:

    My friend sent me a copy of the nav disc from his new ’06 Acura TL. I wanted to use it in my ’03. When I put the disc in, the display says ‘Incorrect dvd inserted- see dealer’. Anyone know how to make this ’06 dvd work in my ’03 Acura TL? Thx.

  • andrew says:

    Ok so i treid to hack my Nav screen and well it never worked. However i want to use my PC card slot for mp3s on my EX-l 2006 honda accord. I would like to get the USB model but when i didnt close my player in the trunk it said that it was open so i think ill have to get one that has a memory card in it. Similiar to this in the civic http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hc3pcDM_JV0…ch=Ipod%20Civic. I was wondering if any one has done this??? I would like to know if i could maybe cut out a part so i could use the USB and connect a ipod to it. Any suggestions? Thanks in advance. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/whistling.gif) (IMG:style_emoticons/default/whistling.gif)

  • VLadimir Honda says:

    i realy need dampnavi programm, all links closed now, can anybody send it to me crabman@yandex.ru
    probably somebody can send me copy of your navigations discs? it is realy important to me

  • Wayneo says:

    I have a 2006 Honda Pilot with Navigation.
    I want to add Bluetooth to the system so I can use my cell phone. Anybody have any ideas what to do?
    Thanks

  • ray says:

    Did anyone figure out how to change the voice on the navigation system or how to play DVD’s on the nav screen?

    Thanks,
    Ray

  • Marek says:

    does anybody know if the navigation CD with Europe is available for Honda Acura TL?

  • Jeff says:

    I tried to make a backup copy of my DVD version 2.3 to no avail. I made an ISO and burned it to a single sided, dual layered DVD, but the 2002 Odyssee doesn’t see it. Any ideas?

    Thanks!

  • Thomas (Germany) says:

    I’d like to know if it is possible to modify the built in navigation system of the 2006′ accord tourer to watch dvd. May be there is a simple modification to be done by soldering a module or flashing a new firmware. can anyone help me? any suggestions?

  • Thomas (Germany) says:

    I’d like to know if it is possible to modify the built in navigation system of the 2006′ accord tourer to watch dvd. May be there is a simple modification to be done by soldering a module or flashing a new firmware. can anyone help me? any suggestions?

  • chapin says:

    PLEASE I need to help me for code radio my ACURA INTEGRA LS 1999, the serial number is 96F407211, can send me the code to ravillatec@hotmail.com, can help me to have a software to get this codes? AND software for codes of MITSUBISHI?

    thanks for your time, regards.

  • chapin says:

    PLEASE I need to help me for code radio my ACURA INTEGRA LS 1999, the serial number is 96F407211, can send me the code to ravillatec@hotmail.com, can help me to have a software to get this codes? AND software for codes of MITSUBISHI?

    thanks for your time, regards.

  • chapin says:

    PLEASE I need to help me for code radio my ACURA INTEGRA LS 1999, the serial number is 96F407211, can send me the code to ravillatec@hotmail.com, can help me to have a software to get this codes? AND software for codes of MITSUBISHI?

    thanks for your time, regards.

  • Lasitha says:

    I have a satellite navigation system in my 2005 CRV. I would like to know whether its possible to set the lock according to my country time.

  • Stefan Lindgren says:

    Does anyone know how to make the Acura TL Navigation System work in Europe.

  • Mark says:

    I have a 2007 accord. I want to install a bluetooth phone system. What is the best solution?

  • Anand says:

    I have Honda 2003 with Navi which has the orange Navi DVD I tried the new version DVD from my friends car but its a blue color DVD and when I try it, it says incorrect DVD see the dealer. Is there any way I can use this Blue color DVD?

  • pup says:

    i have a 02 mdx is there any way to make it play regular dvds? and how can i update the maps? thanks pup

  • phil says:

    I was wondering how to use my U.S. spec 2004 Honda Odyssey Honda Navigation system in Europe? Right now, according to my Navi, I’m floating along in the ocean. How can I get ahold of some European maps, and make them work with my system? Thanks.

  • Perry says:

    I have a `2004 Honda Accord EX-L NAV & want to know if there is in fact a way get the system to play DVD’s through my Navigation/Audio/Climate control screen? Anyone have any ideas? I have an in-dash 6-CD changer w/ the dvd/map player mounted factory in the trunk which also has a PC Card Slot built into the assembly!

    Also is there a know hack to change my Background on the screen?

    Thanks in advance,
    Perry

  • Gokhan says:

    I have got an Honda Integra Type S 2005 and the acumulator has been changed recently. Afterwards, the navigation system and the tape didnt work. I think it needs CD or software to reload the necessary specifications for the tape. Does anybody know where to find the software for the tape. The mark is: GATHERS. gokhan.iskifoglu@emu.edu.tr

  • chetan says:

    hi i bought a honda accord exl 2007 with navi .I was wondering is there a way for the navi system to play dvd’s ? your comments are much appreciated look forward in hearing your responce !

  • Bilal says:

    actually i bought 1997 Acura 3.5 RL. and i lost the PIN #…please i need help really bad…how can i reset navigation password ore hack it…i have all the model # and other info….

    it will b really appreciated

    Thanks
    bilalhussainmeer@gmail.com

  • jaffar says:

    i want your help to get me acode for my honda odyssy 2000 nevigation .. serial number is B91216712

    PLEASE THANKS

  • Brian Easley says:

    Where are the answers to all these inquiries?

  • luoshuang says:

    hello, I do need your help! I have buy a honda-inspire 2003. but the navigation system is japanese, any one can help me!!! very very thanks ,my email address is : luoshuang@vip.sina.com

  • Desmond lowe says:

    I,m in need of the dvd rom that comes with the honda accord CL7 or type R model 6 diskin dash navigation system (after disconnecting the batter the touch screen when out and need to be reset)……….
    THANKS FOR YOUR HELP
    sincerely:Desmond

  • Desmond lowe says:

    I have Honda CL-7 2002 model. I have imported this car from Japan and every thing is in Japanese language Could any one tell me how to find the DVD to reprogram a 6 disk in dash touch screen navigation system, or how can i change the language for navigation system to english. Also i want to know if there is a way to use the DVD rom for DVD based movies etcc……

  • Andrew says:

    Hello.I have a 2003 Honda CR-V import japan and the problem is that i dont know how to use my CD/DVD/NAV SYSTEM.It’s in japanese language.There is any software to change the language? Mail me at : eddie_mohan@yahoo.com.Thank you very much guys.

  • John Simmons says:

    I have a 2005 Honda Odyssey Touring Model. I moved to Australia and, of course, my GPS navigation system no longer displays the correct map. Any idea whether I can download the right maps of Australia and have them inserted into my navigation systems? And if so, where can I get those maps?

    Any help you can provide would be appreciated.

    Thanks,

    John

  • Shawn says:

    Was wondering I have an 2004 Acura TL,navi orange disc, has anyone tried using the new Live traffic link disc on the TL from like a 07-08 TL? I am gonna buy the 07-08 disc but dont wanna spend 185 and it doesnt work in my year? my TL doesnt have the live traffic link part in the navigation??

  • khalid says:

    I need a map for accord 2006 navi sys

    I bought accord 2006 4 cylinders 4d with navigation system from US , I use it now in middle east but I can’t see maps so I bought pc card with 2GB SD memory card to install the new map in it. I want to know which file type my unit can read of if I can put a map from GARMIN, TOMTOM, MAJILAN or others
    advice me

  • sean says:

    hi
    i have 2007 tl type-s w/ navi system
    i’d like to add more language (asian)
    is this possble? if yes please advice me..
    thank you

  • Sohail Omar says:

    I imported a Hinda Accord cl7 from Japan. I changed teh battery and as a result, the touch screen no longer works. There is a green bar in japanese which I do not understand. I do not have the original dvd for the car. How do I get the screen to start functioning again??

    Please help..

  • sasa says:

    i hav this acura tsx 2005.. and we hav a built in navigation system thing.. i went to clean the battery or somthing and the whole thing i think reseted and now it is asking for a 4 digit pin number.. wat should i do?? if anyone knows plz leave a msg! plz plz plzwat should i do.. our navigation cd is A honda 2003 navigation cd.. can anyone plz help me!

  • Rogue 1 says:

    I have a 08 mdx, and I live in Italy. How do I get the navigation to work with a west europe database? HELP??

  • Samad says:

    I have a honda Accord CL 9 with NAV however the whole thing is in JAPANESE. There is a Phone Icon where I would like to connect my Bluetooth Phone. Can you anyone guide me how to do it? since it is in Japanese theres no way I can figure out which buttons to press.

  • Joey says:

    I have a Honda Inspire 1999 (Japanese) I’ve been able to work the TV but can’t figure out how or if I can work the DVD. Having problems setting the clock as well. If you know what to do please offer any suggestions. Thanks!!

  • Baataraa says:

    i have a Honda odyssey 1998 (Japanese). i disconnected battery by my car. after navigation not working. i need 1998 honda odyssey navigation system
    disk. where i can download it. please help me.

  • Waleed says:

    I am currently located in the Middle East and I have a Tahoe model 2005 imported from the United States but, unfortunately, the navigation system does not work because of the DVD CD only for USA and Canada how I can prepare new DVD with maps of the Middle East

  • teerrhoi says:

    i have a buddy who has an 07 Acura TL and lives in Alaska. the navi system doesn’t support Alaska. Anyone know how to get around this and somehow enable that?

  • codexis says:

    i have an acura tl 1999, it show on the screen like “go to the dealer”. my pcmcia hard drive have problem. i need to know how to get software or rom and to reisntall it again or i thinking to buy a solid state drive PCMCIA but i need to know hot to get the software o maps o rom what ever?????!!!!thx

  • tanveer says:

    hi to all i need honda cl7 navigation system disk
    any body help me ?

  • Brian says:

    I have a 2005 Honda Accord with a Navi. The DVD player failed and now I have NO information on the screen. The dealer wants $1800 to replace the DVD player! ebay has used players for $390. There is a PC Card slot. Is there a way to put the files on a PC card to run the navi????

    Help

  • Chris says says:

    I have a 2011 Odyssey Touring edition, is there a code that will allow me to watch a dvd throught the navi screen up front?

  • Hondatrix says:

    I have a 2004 CL9 JDM spec, no SAT NAV disc in the car so I only have this green block asking for the disc, at least that’s what I think as it’s all in Japanese…anyone have a disc to sell or I’ll even accept give aways…

    Thanks

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