Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 922

 

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Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual - part 922

 

 

Fig. 2: Special Tools (2 Of 2) 

GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION 

HOW TO CHECK FOR DTCS WITH THE HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM 

When the powertrain control module (PCM) senses an abnormality in the input or output systems, the D 
indicator (A) in the gauge assembly (B) will usually blink.

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed

  

 

Fig. 3: Identifying "D" Indicator 

When the data link connector (DLC) (A) (located under the left end of the dash) is connected to the Honda 
diagnostic system (HDS), it will indicate the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) when the ignition switch is turned 
ON (II). 

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed

  

 

Fig. 4: Locating The Data Link Connector (DLC) 

If the D indicator or malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) has been reported on, or if a driveability problem is 
suspected, follow this procedure:  

1. Connect the HDS to the DLC. (See the HDS user's manual for specific instructions.)  

2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), select A/T system and observe the DTC in the DTCs MENU on the 

tester screen.  

3. Record all fuel and emissions DTCs, A/T DTCs, and freeze data.  

4. If there is a fuel and emissions DTC, first check the fuel and emissions system as indicated by the DTC 

(except for DTC P0700, DTC P0700 means there is one or more A/T DTCs, and no problems were 
detected in the fuel and emissions circuit of the PCM).  

5. Clear the DTC and data.  

6. Drive the vehicle for several minutes under the same conditions as those indicated by the freeze data, and 

then recheck for a DTC. If the A/T DTC returns, go to the DTC troubleshooting Index. If the DTC does 
not return, there was an intermittent problem within the circuit; make sure all pins and terminals in the 
circuit are tight.  

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed

  

 

HOW TO CHECK FOR DTCS WITH THE SCS MODE (RETRIEVING THE FLASH CODES)

When the PCM senses an abnormality in the input or output system, theD indicator (A) in the gauge assembly 
(B) will usually blink. 

Fig. 5: Identifying "D" Indicator 

When the D indicator has been reported on, connect the HDS to the DLC (A) (located under the left end of the 
dash). Turn the ignition switch ON (II), select SCS mode, then the indicator will indicate the DTC.

 

2004 Acura TSX 

2004 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS Diagnosis - MCTA 5-Speed

  

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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