How to Handle a 2-Minute Beidou Timeout?
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Generally, no points will be deducted because it is not managed by the traffic police department but by the company owning the vehicle through backend management. Here is relevant information: 1. Precautions: However, if checked on-site by traffic police and GPS positioning system timeout driving is detected, fines and points deduction will apply. If driving continuously for 4 hours with only a card swap but no driver change, and continuing to drive without rest, it counts as fatigued driving. 2. Function: Beidou timeout information cannot be deleted and deletion is not supported. Any continuous driving exceeding 4 hours without at least 20 minutes of rest is considered fatigued driving. To better enforce fatigued driving regulations, traffic police require large trucks, long-distance buses, etc., to be equipped with driving recorders and GPS positioning monitoring systems by their respective companies.
As a driver with over a decade of experience, I've occasionally encountered timeouts with the BeiDou navigation system. Once on the highway, the navigation showed a two-minute delay, nearly causing me to miss an exit. I immediately took three actions: checked the signal strength—seeing only one bar made me realize it was a signal dead zone near a tunnel, which would improve in an open area; rebooted the entire system by holding the power button for a few seconds, as temporary software freezes can sometimes be resolved this way; and if the issue persists frequently, I check for software updates, download the latest patches, or reset the settings.
Navigation timeouts might seem minor, but distractions while driving are dangerous, especially at night or on unfamiliar roads. I recommend developing habits like ensuring your navigation software is up-to-date before driving, regularly checking antenna connections, and avoiding reliance on real-time navigation in areas with weak signals. If problems persist, don't push through—visit a professional technician for diagnosis, as it could be due to aging modules or wiring faults. Safety comes first—don't risk it over small issues.
