With Manufacturer's Scan Tool
HOW TO RETRIEVE ABS DTCsUsing the Honda PGM Tester:
1. With the ignition OFF, connect the Honda PGM Tester (A) to the 16P Data Link Connector (DLC) (B) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
2. Turn the ignition ON (II), and follow the prompts on the PGM Tester to display the DTC(s) on the screen. After determining the DTC, refer to the DTC Troubleshooting Index. DTC List - Antilock Brake System
NOTE: See the Honda PGM Tester user's manual for specific instructions.
Shorting the Service Check Signal Circuit with the Honda PGM Tester:
1. With the ignition switch OFF, connect the Honda PGM Tester (A) to the 16P Data Link Connector (DLC) (B) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
2. Short the SCS circuit to body ground using the Honda PGM Tester.
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) without pressing the brake pedal.
NOTE: If the brake pedal is pressed when turning the ignition switch ON (II), the system shifts to the DTC clearing mode.
4. The blinking frequency indicates the DTC.
DTC's are indicated by a series of long and short blinks. One long blink equals 10 short blinks. Add the long and short blinks together to determine the DTC.
After determining the DTC, refer to the DTC Troubleshooting Index.
DTC List - Antilock Brake System
NOTE: If the DTC is not memorized, the ABS indicator will go off for 3.6 seconds, and then come back on.
The system will not indicate the DTC unless these conditions are met:
- The brake pedal is not pressed.
- The ignition switch is turned ON (II).
- The engine is stopped.
- The SCS circuit is shorted to body ground before the ignition switch is turned ON (II).
5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
6. Disconnect the Honda PGM Tester from the DLC.