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Cruise Control Input Test

NOTE: Always make sure that you have the latest HDS software.
  1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (see step 2 on HOW TO USE THE HDS (HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM) ).
  2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
  3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the PCM. If it does not communicate, troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
  4. Go to PGM-FI, and check for DTCs (see GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION ).
  5. Do the following tests while monitoring parameters in the PGM-FI DATA LIST with the HDS.
  6. If the input tests prove OK, replace the PCM (see PCM REPLACEMENT ).
NOTE: Intermittent failures are often caused by loose circuit connections. While monitoring cruise control inputs, flex their circuit wires, and note if any of the test results change.
CRUISE CONTROL INPUT TEST

Signal to be tested Test condition Parameter: Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained
Brake pedal position switch signal Brake pedal pressed, then released CRUISE BRAKE SW/IDLE STOP SW should indicate OPEN when the brake pedal is pressed and CLOSE when the brake pedal is released.
  • Faulty brake pedal position switch
  • Blown No. 18 (15 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
  • An open in the wire between the PCM and the brake pedal position switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the PCM and the brake pedal position switch
Transmission range switch signal Shift lever in D and S SHIFT/CLUTCH SW should indicate OFF in P, R, and N and ON in D and S.
  • Faulty transmission range switch
  • An open in the wire between the PCM and the transmission range switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the PCM and the transmission range switch
  • Poor ground G101
Cruise control main switch signal Cruise control main button pressed and released CRUISE MASTER (MAIN) SW should indicate ON when the cruise control main button is pressed and OFF when the cruise control main button is released.
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the cruise control combination switch and the ground
  • Faulty cable reel
Set switch signal Decel/set button pressed and released CRUISE SET SW should indicate ON when the set/decel button is pressed and OFF when the set/decel button is released.
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • Faulty cable reel
Resume switch signal Resume/accel button pressed and released CRUISE RESUME SW should indicate ON when the resume/accel button is pressed and OFF when the resume/accel button is released.
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • Faulty cable reel
Cancel switch signal Cancel button pressed and released CRUISE CANCEL SW should indicate ON when the cancel button is pressed and OFF when the cancel button is released.
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • Faulty cable reel
Cruise control indicator signal Start the engine, press the cruise control main button on and drive the vehicle above 25 mph (40 km/h) with the cruise control set and cancel the cruise control CRUISE INDICATOR should indicate ON when the cruise control is set and OFF when the cruise control is cancelled.
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • Faulty cable reel
  • Faulty gauge control module