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Rewriting the ODO Data and Transferring the Maintenance Minder(TM) Data to a New Gauge Control Module

NOTE:

- Obtain a new gauge control module before starting the rewriting process. Only new gauges can be rewritten.
- Rewriting is not possible on a gauge control module that will not communicate with the HDS.
- Make sure that the HDS shows the correct VIN for the vehicle you are working on.
- Once you have started this procedure, you must compete it before removing the HDS from the DLC.
- Connect a battery jumper box (not a battery charger) to ensure that correct battery voltage is maintained.
- Check any official Honda website for more service information on how to write odometer information to a gauge control module that will not communicate with the HDS.

1. Before replacing the gauge control module, connect the HDS to the data link connector.

2. Select GAUGES from the BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SELECT menu.

3. Select GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT from the ADJUSTMENT menu, and select READ OUT DATA, and save ODO value and smart maintenance data into the HDS.

4. Replace the gauge control module Service and Repair.

5. Select WRITE DATA and follow the instructions on the HDS display, install the ODO value and smart maintenance data into the replacement gauge control module. If the data transfer fails, refer to the instructions below to release the locked ODO value.

How to release locked odometer mileage to the original gauge control module.

If, after you attempt to transfer mileage to a new gauge assembly, the odometer display has dashes (- - -), is garbled, or shows an incorrect value, the original gauge control module can be unlocked and restored to its original state so that can be used again for additional attempt to transfer the mileage:

1. Confirm that you have the latest HDS version of software.

2. Make sure that the HDS shows the correct VIN for the vehicle you are working on.

3. With the ignition switch in LOCK (0), reconnect the original gauge control module.

4. Completely re-boot the HDS.

5. Clear any stored DTCs.

6. Select GAUGES from BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SELECT menu with HDS.

7. Select GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT from ADJUSTMENT menu, and select LOCK RELEASE.

8. Follow the prompts and the odometer mileage is restored.

9. Start over and make sure the screen prompts are followed.