How to Troubleshoot the AcuraLink

How to Troubleshoot the AcuraLink

How to Check for DTCs with the HDS

NOTE: Check the vehicle battery condition first Battery Test.

1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0), or press the engine start/stop button to select the OFF mode.

2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.





3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode.

4. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the AcuraLink control unit (XM receiver). If it does not, troubleshoot the DLC circuit Testing and Inspection.

5. Select XM/HIP in the BODY ELECTRICAL menu.

6. Select DTCs in the XM/HIP menu.

7. Check for DTCs. If any DTCs are indicated, write down the DTCs, then go to the indicated DTC troubleshooting. If no DTCs are indicated, refer to symptom troubleshooting.

NOTE:

- After troubleshooting, clear the DTCs with the HDS.
- For specific operations, refer to the user's manual that came with the HDS.

Lever-Locked Connector

Disconnecting

To disconnect the connector, pull the lever (A) while pushing the lock tab (B) down, then pull the connector (C).






Connecting

To connect the connector, push the connector into the connector sleeve (A). As the connector is pressed in, the lever (B) moves to the locked position.