DTC 41-1: F-CAN Malfunction (Lost Communication with Power Control Module (PCM))

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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).

Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Check for DTCs in the PGM-FI system with the HDS.
Are there any PGM-FI system DTCs indicated?

YES -Go to the indicated DTC'S TROUBLESHOOTING .

NO -Go to step 3.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Start the engine.
Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 41-1 indicated?

YES -Go to step 6.

NO -Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for intermittent open between SH-AWD control unit connector terminals A10 and A20 and PCM connector terminals A48 and A49.
Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
Jump the SCS line with the HDS.
NOTE: This step must be done to prevent PCM damage.
Disconnect PCM connector A (49P).
Disconnect SH-AWD control unit connector A (20P).
Check for continuity between PCM connector terminals A48, A49 and SH-AWD control unit connector terminals A10, A20 respectively.

Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between PCM Connector Terminals A48, A49 And SH-AWD Control Unit Connector Terminals A10, A20
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Is there continuity?

YES -Update the SH-AWD control unit if it does not have the latest software (see SH-AWD® CONTROL UNIT UPDATE ), or substitute a known-good SH-AWD control unit (see SH-AWD® CONTROL UNIT REPLACEMENT ), and recheck. If the symptom/indication goes away with the updated SH-AWD control unit, troubleshooting is complete. If the symptom/indication goes away with a known-good SH-AWD control unit, replace the original SH-AWD control unit (see SH-AWD® CONTROL UNIT REPLACEMENT ).

NO -Repair an open in the wires between the SH-AWD control unit and the PCM.