Honda Civic. Manual - part 2
Fig. 3: Connecting HDS To DLC
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the ABS modulator-
control unit. If it doesn't, troubleshoot the DLC circuit: Except Si model (see
DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ), Si model (see DLC CIRCUIT
TROUBLESHOOTING ).
4. Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and note it. Also check the on board
snapshot data, and download any data found. Then refer to the indicated DTC's
troubleshooting, and begin the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.
HOW TO RETRIEVE DTCS
1. With the ignition switch to LOCK (0), connect the HDS to the data link
connector (DLC) under the driver's side of the dashboard.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the ABS modulator-
control unit. If it doesn't, troubleshoot the DLC circuit: Except Si model (see
DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ), Si model (see DLC CIRCUIT
NOTE:
The HDS communication will be stopped when the
vehicle speed is at 31 mph (50 km/h) or more.
The HDS can read the DTC, current data, and other
system data.
For specific operations, refer to the Help menu that
came with the HDS.
2008 Honda Civic GX
2006-08 BRAKES ABS System - Civic (All Except Hybrid)