Throttle Position Learning Check

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

NOTE: If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) has been reported on, check for diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs).

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)
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it doesn't, go to DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING .
Select the INSPECTION MENU with HDS.
Do the TP LEARNING CHECK in the ETCS TEST. If needed, clean the throttle body (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).