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Special Tools Required

Any one of the above updating tools can be used.

NOTE: Make sure the HDS/iN workstation has the latest HDS software version.
  1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.
    Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector (DLC)
    G05953021Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the ECM/PCM and other vehicle systems. If it doesn't, go to DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING  . If you are returning from the DLC circuit troubleshooting, skip steps  4 through  9,  19 through  24, and  27 through  29, and do these procedures after replacing the ECM/PCM:
  4. Select the PGM-FI system with the HDS.
  5. Select the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS.
  6. Select the ETCS TEST, then select the TP POSITION CHECK, and follow the screen prompts.
    NOTE: If the TP POSITION CHECK indicates FAILED, continue with this procedure.
  7. Select the REPLACE ECM/PCM MENU, then select READ DATA, and follow the screen prompts.
    NOTE:
    • Doing this step copies (READS) the engine oil life data from the original ECM/PCM so you can later download (WRITES) it into the new ECM/PCM.
    • If READ DATA indicates FAILED, continue with this procedure.
  8. A/T: Select the A/T system with the HDS.
  9. A/T: Select the REPLACE TCM/PCM MENU, then READ DATA, and follow the screen prompts.
    NOTE:
    • A/T: Doing this step copies (READS) the ATF life data from the original PCM so you can later download (WRITES) it into the new PCM.
    • A/T: If READ DATA indicates FAILED, continue with this procedure.
  10. Jump the SCS line with the HDS.
  11. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
  12. Remove the ECM/PCM cover (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Battery Holder
    G05953022Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  13. Remove the battery holder (B), and reposition the battery away from the ECM/PCM.
    NOTE: Do not disconnect the battery terminals.
  14. Remove the bolts (D), and loosen the bolt (E).
    Fig 3: Bolts & ECM/PCM Connectors With Torque Specifications
    G05953023Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  15. Disconnect ECM/PCM connectors A, B, and C, then remove the ECM/PCM (F).
    NOTE: ECM/PCM connectors A, B, and C have symbols (A=□, B=Δ, C=◦) embossed on them for identification.
  16. Install a known-good ECM/PCM in the reverse order of removal.
  17. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  18. Manually input the VIN to the ECM/PCM with the HDS.
    NOTE: DTC P0630 (VIN Not Programmed or Mismatch) may be stored because the VIN has not been programmed into the ECM/PCM; ignore it, and continue this procedure.
  19. If the READ DATA (engine oil life) failed in step  7, go to step  22 (A/T) or step  25 (M/T). Otherwise, go to step  20.
  20. Select the PGM-FI system with the HDS.
  21. Select the REPLACE ECM/PCM MENU, then WRITE DATA, and follow the screen prompts.
    NOTE: If the WRITE DATA indicates FAILED, continue with this procedure.
  22. A/T: If the READ DATA (ATF life) failed in step  8, go to step  25. Otherwise go to step  23.
  23. A/T: Select the A/T SYSTEM with the HDS.
  24. A/T: Select the REPLACE ECM/PCM MENU, then WRITE DATA, and follow the screen prompts.
    NOTE: A/T: If the WRITE DATA indicates FAILED, continue with this procedure.
  25. Select IMMOBI system with the HDS.
  26. Enter the immobilizer code that you got from the iN, or use the ECM/PCM replacement procedure in the HDS; it allows you to start the engine.
  27. If the TP POSITION CHECK failed in step  6 clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ), then go to step  28.
  28. If the READ DATA failed in step  7 or the WRITE DATA failed in step  21, replace the engine oil (see ENGINE OIL LEVEL CHECK ) and the engine oil filter (see ENGINE OIL FILTER REPLACEMENT ), then go to step  29 (A/T) or step  30 (M/T).
  29. If the READ DATA failed in step  9 or the WRITE DATA failed in step  24, replace the ATF (see ATF REPLACEMENT ), then go to step  30.
  30. Select the PGM-FI system, and reset the ECM/PCM with the HDS.
  31. Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software (see ECM/PCM UPDATE  ).
  32. Do ECM/PCM IDLE LEARN PROCEDURE .
  33. Do the CKP pattern learn procedure (see CKP PATTERN CLEAR/CKP PATTERN LEARN ).
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