Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Procedures
I. How To Begin Troubleshooting
When the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) has been reported on, or there is a driveability problem, use the appropri-
ate procedure below to diagnose and repair the problem.
A. When the MIL has come on:
1. Connect the Honda PGM Tester or an OBD II scan tool to the Data Link Connector (DLC) located on the center con-
sole behind the ashtray.
MALFUNCTION
INDICATOR
LAMP
(MIL)
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
3. Check the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) and note
it. Also check and note the freeze frame data.
Refer to the DTC Chart (see page
) and begin
troubleshooting.
NOTE:
• See the OBD II scan tool or Honda PGM Tester user's manuals for specific operating instructions.
• The scan tool or tester can read the DTC, freeze frame data, current data, and other Powertrain Control Module
(PCM) data.
• Freeze frame data indicates the engine conditions when the first malfunction, misfire or fuel trim malfunction was
detected. It can be useful information when troubleshooting.
B. When the MIL has not come on, but there is a driveability problem, refer to the Symptom Chart on page
C. DTCs will be indicated by the blinking of the MIL with the SCS service connector connected.
Connect the SCS service connector to Service Check Connector as shown. (The 2P Service Check Connector is
located under the dash on the passenger's side of the vehicle.) Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
SERVICE CHECK
CONNECTOR
DATA LINK CONNECTOR
SCS SERVICE CONNECTOR
HONDA PGM TESTER or
OBD II SCAN TOOL
Summary of Contents for 3.5 RL
Page 11: ...Chassis and Paint Codes 2004 Model ...
Page 13: ... 00 and Earlier Models 01 and Later Models ...
Page 26: ...Under hood Emissions Control Label Emission Group Identification 2004 model ...
Page 34: ...Standards and Service Limits Engine Electrical Section 4 Cylinder Head Valve Train Section 6 ...
Page 36: ...Engine Lubrication Section 8 Engine Block Section 7 ...
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Page 40: ...Standards and Service Limits Cooling Section 10 Fuel and Emissions Section 11 ...
Page 41: ...Standards and Service Limits Cooling Section 10 Fuel and Emissions Section 11 ...
Page 42: ...Fuel and Emissions Section 11 Standards and Service Limits Cooling Section 10 ...
Page 43: ...Standards and Service Limits Cooling Section 10 Fuel and Emissions Section 11 ...
Page 44: ...Standards and Service Limits Automatic Transmission Section 14 ...
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Page 58: ...Steering Section 17 Suspension Section 18 Brakes Section 19 ...
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Page 61: ...Brakes Section 19 Suspension Section 18 Steering Section 17 ...
Page 62: ...Standards and Service Limits AirConditioning Section22 ...
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Page 300: ...LEFT PRIMARY HO2S BANK 2 SENSOR 1 RIGHT PRIMARY HO2S BANK 1 SENSOR 1 ...
Page 303: ...System Description Electrical Connections cont d ...
Page 304: ...JUNCTION CONNECTOR ...
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Page 307: ...System Description Electrical Connections cont d To A C PRESSURE SWITCH 1 96 99 models ...
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Page 342: ...System Connectors Engine Compartment cont d System Description ...
Page 344: ...System Description System Connectors Dash and Floor ...
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Page 348: ...System Connectors Dash and Floor cont d System Description ...
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Page 366: ...Troubleshooting Powertrain Control Module Terminal Arrangement PCM CONNECTOR A 26P ...
Page 367: ...Troubleshooting Powertrain Control Module Terminal Arrangement cont d PCM CONNECTOR B 16P ...
Page 368: ...PCM CONNECTOR C 12P ...
Page 369: ...PCM CONNECTOR D 22P Powertrain Control Module Terminal Arrangement cont d Troubleshooting ...
Page 370: ...PCM CONNECTOR E 26P ...
Page 371: ...PCM CONNECTOR F 8P Powertrain Control Module Terminal Arrangement cont d Troubleshooting ...
Page 487: ...Circuit Diagram and Terminal Locations ...
Page 511: ...PCM CONNECTOR D 22P PCM CONNECTOR E 26P ...
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Page 538: ...Symptom to Component Chart Hydraulic System cont d ...
Page 570: ...Illustrated Index Transmission Housing Lower Valve Body ...
Page 572: ...Illustrated Index Rear Cover ...
Page 574: ...Illustrated Index Transmission Housing ...
Page 576: ...Illustrated Index Torque Converter Housing Valve Body ...
Page 711: ...Steering LinkageandGearbox Inspection and Adjustment ...
Page 817: ...22P CONNECTOR 22PCONNECTOR Terminal side of male terminals NOTE Standard voltage is 12 V ...
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Page 868: ...Terminal Arrangement VSA CONTROL UNIT 42P CONNECTOR Wire side of female terminals ...
Page 870: ...Terminal Arrangement VSA CONVERTER UNIT 26P CONNECTOR Wire side of female terminals ...
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Page 1092: ...Cavity Wire Test condition Test Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained ...
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Page 1125: ...Audio System Audio Amplifier Terminals ...
Page 1130: ...Audio Unit Terminals 04 Model Without Navigation System 04 Model With Navigation System ...
Page 1137: ...Audio System XM Receiver Terminals 03 Model With Navigation System ...
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Page 1296: ...System Diagram ...
Page 1308: ...NAVIGATION UNIT CONNECTOR B 8P NAVIGATION UNIT CONNECTOR B Wire side of female terminals ...
Page 1312: ...NAVIGATION UNIT CONNECTOR C 8P Wire side of female terminals NAVIGATION UNIT CONNECTOR C ...
Page 1314: ...System Description Navigation Unit Inputs and Outputs for Connector A 20P ...
Page 1318: ...Display Unit Inputs and Outputs for Connector A 5P Wire side of female terminals ...
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