Honda Element. Manual - part 567

run the self-diagnostic function, do the following:

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.  

2. Press the recirculation control switch and the rear window defogger switch.  

3. While holding the both switches down, turn the ignition switch ON (II).  

4. The self-diagnosis will begin, and run for about 15 seconds. 

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If there is any problem in the system after self-diagnosis is finished, the recirculation indicator will 
blink the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 7 through 15.  

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If no DTCs are found, the indicator will not blink. 

Fig. 7: Identifying HVAC Control Panel Indicator 
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Example of DTC indication Pattern (DTC 7)  

Fig. 8: DTC Indication Pattern 
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Resetting the self-diagnostic Function 

Turn the ignition switch OFF to cancel the self-diagnostic function. After completing repair work, run the self-
diagnostic function again to make sure that there are no other malfunctions. 

Max Cool Position Function 

When the mode control dial is in the MAX A/C position, the heater control panel will automatically select the 
Recirculation mode and turn the A/C on. The recirculation switch and A/C switch are disabled and cannot be 

 

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turned off in this mode. If the control panel fails to function as described, replace it. 

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX 

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX 

In case of multiple problems, the recirculation indicator will indicate only the DTC with the least number of 
blinks. 

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX 

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX 

DTC (Recirculation Indicator Blinks)

Detection Item

7

An open in the air mix control motor circuit

8

A short in the air mix control motor circuit

9

A problem in the air mix control linkage, door, or 
motor

10

A short or open in the mode control motor circuit

11

A problem in the mode control linkage, doors, or 
motor

12

A problem in the blower motor circuit

13 

A problem in the EEPROM in the heater control 
panel; the control panel must be replaced

14

An open in the evaporator temperature sensor 
circuit

15

A short in the evaporator temperature sensor circuit

Symptom

Diagnostic procedure

Also check for

Recirculation control 
doors do not change 
between Fresh and 
Recirculate

Recirculation control motor circuit 
troubleshooting (see RECIRCULATION 
CONTROL MOTOR CIRCUIT 
TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 14 (10 A) 
in the under-dash 
fuse/relay box  

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Cleanliness and tightness 
of all connectors  

Blower, heater controls, 
and A/C do not work

Heater control power and ground circuit 
troubleshooting (see HEATER CONTROL 
POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT 
TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 14(10 A) 
in the under-dash 
fuse/relay box  

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Poor ground at G501  

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Cleanliness and tightness 
of all connectors  

The A/C condenser fan 
does not run at all (but 

A/C condenser fan circuit troubleshooting (see 
A/C CONDENSER FAN CIRCUIT 

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Blown fuse No. 1 (30 A) in 
the under-hood fuse/relay 
box, and No. 14(10 A) in 
the under-dash fuse/relay 
box  

 

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION 

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING DOOR POSITIONS 

radiator fan runs with 
the A/C on)

TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Poor ground at G201  

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Cleanliness and tightness 
of all connectors  

Both fans do not run 
with the A/C on (but 
the A/C compressor 
runs with the A/Con)

Radiator and A/C condenser fans common 
circuit troubleshooting (see RADIATOR 
AND A/C CONDENSER FAN COMMON 
CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 1 (30 A) 
and No. 4 (20 A) in the 
under-hood fuse/relay box, 
and No. 14(10 A) in the 
under-dash fuse/relay box  

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Poor ground at G201  

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Cleanliness and tightness 
of all connectors  

The A/C compressor 
clutch does not engage 
(but both fans run with 
the A/C on)

A/C compressor clutch circuit troubleshooting 
(see A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH 
CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 1 (30 A) in 
the under-hood fuse/relay 
box, and No. 14 (10 A) in 
the under-dash fuse/relay 
box  

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Cleanliness and tightness 
of all connectors  

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Blower motor operation  

A/C system does not 
come on (both fans and 
the A/C compressor do 
not work); heater is OK

A/C pressure switch circuit troubleshooting 
(see A/C PRESSURE SWITCH CIRCUIT 
TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Cleanliness and tightness 
of all connectors  

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Faulty evaporator 
temperature sensor  

 

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Fig. 9: Identifying Heating/Air Conditioning Door Positions (1 Of 2) 
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