System Check and Status Log

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Acura MDX, 2012 Acura MDX, 2011 Acura MDX, and 2010 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

NOTE: The HDS can be used to:

Check the state of the immobilizer key registration and the S-NET line by doing a SYSTEM CHECK.
Check the number of times the immobilizer control unit-receiver did not permit the engine to run by checking the STATUS LOG.

Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC), then turn the ignition switch to ON (II) and follow the prompts to the SYSTEM SELECTION MENU.
NOTE: If the HDS does not communicate with the vehicle, go to DLC circuit troubleshooting (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
At MAIN MENU, enter IMMOBILIZER, then select the IMMOBILIZER SETUP.
Do the SYSTEM CHECK (see SYSTEM CHECK ). If there is a system check number, do the troubleshooting for the item indicated.
Check the STATUS LOG using the HDS. Troubleshoot the line with the highest counts (see STATUS LOG ). If all the lines are 0 (zero), the problem may not be caused by the immobilizer system; check for ignition or fuel problems.
NOTE: Once repaired, clear the status log by removing the No. 7 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box or disconnecting the battery.