General Check Before Troubleshooting
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Before troubleshooting the keyless access system, check the following items and solve any applicable issues.
- Before starting the troubleshooting procedure, make sure that keyless access system is not disabled by the customization.
- Check the No. A1, No. A2-1, No. A2-5, No. A5-5, No. A27, No. A40, No. B5, and No. B9 fuses .
- Check for poor connection at the body control module.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS; if a DTC is indicated, troubleshoot the DTC first.
- Before testing, troubleshoot the keyless access system first using SELF CHECK, and if any malfunction is found, troubleshoot it first.
- Make sure the keyless remote is not in a purse with coins, wrapped with any metallic material, placed near a mobile phone or computer.
- Make sure the vehicle 12 volt battery is fully charged.
- Make sure the keyless remote batteries are not low; if they are, replace keyless remote battery.
- Make sure a different keyless remote is not being used; only use a Honda-approved keyless remote.
- Make sure the keyless remote is not attached to a key ring or key case; if it is, remove the key from it.
- Make sure aftermarket accessories are not installed; remove any aftermarket accessories.
- Make sure aftermarket accessories are not connected to the S-NET or IGN TRX line; disconnect any aftermarket accessories from the S-NET or IGN TRX line.
- Make sure there is no electrical interference nearby; avoid areas with electrical or radio interference.