How to Use the HDS (Honda Diagnostic System) to Check for DTCs

WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.

1. Turn the vehicle to the READY TO DRIVE mode, and check the POWER SYSTEM indicator in the gauge control module.

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2. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) .

3. Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and note it. Also check the freeze data and/or on-board snapshot data, and download any data found. Then refer to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting, and begin the appropriate troubleshooting procedure.

NOTE: For specific operations, refer to the user's manual that came with the HDS.

4. If no DTCs are found, go to the POWER SYSTEM indicator circuit troubleshooting