Displaying & Reading Trouble Codes
How to Retrieve ABS or TCS DTCsHonda PGM Tester Method:
1. With the ignition switch OFF, connect the Honda PGM Tester (A) to the 16P Data Link Connector (DLC) (B) underneath the instrument panel on the right side of the driver's footwell.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and follow the prompts on the Honda PGM Tester to display the DTC's, on the screen. After determining the DTC, refer to the DTC Troubleshooting Index.
NOTE: See the Honda PGM Tester user's manual for specific instructions.
Service Check Signal (SCS) Circuit Method:
1. With the ignition switch OFF, connect the Honda PGM Tester (A) to the 16P Data Link Connector (DLC) (B) underneath the instrument panel on the right side of the driver's footwell.
2. Short the SCS circuit to body ground using the Honda PGM Tester.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) without pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: If the brake pedal is pressed when turning the ignition switch ON (II), the system shifts to the DTC clearing mode.
4. The blinking frequency indicates the DTC.
NOTE: If the DTC is not memorized, the ABS or TCS indicator will go off for 3.6 seconds, and then come back on.
The system will not indicate the DTC unless these conditions are met:
^ The TCS switch is not pushed.
^ The brake pedal is not pressed.
^ The ignition switch is turned ON (II).
^ The engine is stopped.
^ The SCS circuit is shorted to body ground before the ignition switch is turned ON (II).
5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
6. Disconnect the Honda PGM Tester from the DLC.