SH-AWD Control Unit Initialization

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Acura TL, 2010 Acura TL, and 2009 Acura TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Whenever the SH-AWD control unit is replaced, it must be initialized

With the ignition switch in LOCK (0), or the vehicle in the OFF mode, connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard

Fig 1: Identifying HDS To DLC Location
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode
Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the SH-AWD control unit If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING )
From the mode menu, select SH-AWD, select MISCELLANEOUS TEST, then select INITIALIZATION with the HDS, and follow the screen prompts

NOTE: See the HDS help menu for specific instructions