Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL)
Codes can also be accessed by using MIL. Turn ignition switch to OFF position. On Accord, connect SCS Service Connector DLC (07WAZ-002010A ) to 16-pin Data Link Connector (DLC) located under instrument panel, near driver-side kick panel. On all models except Accord, connect SCS Service Connector (07PAZ-0010100 ) to 2-pin service check connector. On Civic, service check connector is located under passenger-side of instrument panel. See Fig 1. On CR-V, Oasis and Odyssey, service check connector is located under passenger-side of instrument panel behind center console. On Prelude, service check connector is located behind access cover on right side of center console.
On all models, turn ignition switch to ON position. Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) will be indicated by a series of long and short flashes on MIL. The number of long flashes indicate the number in the tens column. The number of short flashes indicate the number in the ones column. For example, 4 long flashes followed by 3 short flashes would indicate DTC 43. See DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE IDENTIFICATION below and/or proceed to DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE IDENTIFICATION and CIRCUIT TESTS in appropriate TESTS W/CODES article.