exterior lights

2005-08 ACCESSORIES AND EQUIPMENT

Exterior Lights - RL

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX

Fig. 1: Identifying Exterior Lights Component Location (1 Of 3) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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CIRCUIT DIAGRAM - FOG LIGHTS

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Fig. 4: Fog Lights - Circuit Diagram Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

USA

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Fig. 5: Fog Lights (USA) - Circuit Diagram (1 Of 2) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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Fig. 6: Fog Lights (USA) - Circuit Diagram (2 Of 2) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

CANADA

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Fig. 7: Fog Lights (Canada) - Circuit Diagram (1 Of 2) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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Fig. 8: Fog Lights (Canada) - Circuit Diagram (2 Of 2) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM - PARKING/SIDE MARKER/LICENSE PLATE LIGHTS, TAILLIGHTS

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Fig. 9: Parking/Side Marker/License Plate Lights, Taillights - Circuit Diagram (1 Of 2) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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Fig. 10: Parking/Side Marker/License Plate Lights, Taillights - Circuit Diagram (2 Of 2) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM - BRAKE LIGHTS

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Fig. 11: Brake Lights - Circuit Diagram Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM - BACK-UP LIGHTS

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Fig. 12: Back-Up Lights - Circuit Diagram Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING

DTC B1075: HEADLIGHT SIGNAL ERROR

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN

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1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.

2. Turn the headlights switch from the OFF position to the ON position.

3. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

Is DTC B1075 indicated?

YES - Go to step 4.

NO - Intermittent failure, the headlight circuit is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections at under-hood fuse/relay box connector J (10P), and at the combination switch connector.

4. With the headlight switch OFF, select LIGHTING SYSTEM from the HDS, and enter the DATA LIST.

5. Check the ON/OFF information of the Headlight Switch (BACK-UP) in the DATA LIST.

Is the information indicator OFF?

YES - Go to step 6.

NO - Go to step 10.

6. Turn the headlight switch ON.

7. Check the ON/OFF information of the Headlight Switch (BACK-UP) in the DATA LIST.

Is the information indicator ON?

YES - Faulty relay control module; replace the under-hood fuse/relay box.

NO - Go to step 8.

8. Disconnect under-hood fuse/relay box connector J (10P) and the wiper/washer switch 8P connector.

9. Check for continuity between the No. 6 terminal of under-hood fuse/relay box connector J (10P) and the No. 1 terminal of the wiper/washer switch (combination switch control unit) 8P connector.

SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A ).

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Fig. 13: Identifying Continuity Between No. 6 Terminal And No. 1 Terminal Of Wiper/Washer Switch 8P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Is there continuity?

YES - Faulty combination switch control unit or relay control module; substitute a known-good wiper/washer switch and retest. If the DTC is no longer present, replace the original wiper/washer switch. If the DTC is still present, the relay control module is faulty, replace the under-hood fuse/relay box.

NO - Repair an open in the WHT wire.

10. Disconnect under-hood fuse/relay box connector J (10P).

11. Check for continuity between the No. 6 terminal of under-hood fuse/relay box connector J (10P) and body ground.

Fig. 14: Checking Continuity Between No. 6 Terminal Of Under-Hood Fuse/Relay Box Connector J (10P) And Body Ground Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.


YES - Go to step 12.

NO - Faulty relay control module; replace the under-hood fuse/relay box.

12. Disconnect the combination light switch 12P connector from the wiper/washer switch.


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NO - Faulty combination switch control unit; replace it.

14. Disconnect the wiper/washer switch 8P connector.





NO - Faulty combination switch control unit; replace the wiper/washer switch.

16. Disconnect driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector P (30P).


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YES - Repair a short in the WHT wire.

NO - Faulty combination switch control unit; replace the wiper/washer switch.

DTC B1078: DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS MALFUNCTION (CANADA)


2. Turn the ignition switch OFF, and then back ON (II).

3. Press the parking brake pedal.



YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure, the daytime running light system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.

5. Turn the headlight high beam ON.

Do both headlights come on?

YES - Go to step 6.

NO - Go to step 9.

6. Turn the headlight switch OFF.

7. Select LIGHTING SYSTEM from the HDS, and enter the DATA LIST.

8. Check the ON/OFF information of the DRL Command in the DATA LIST.


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YES - Check the PUR wire between under-hood fuse/relay box connector H No. 3 terminal and the daytime running lights relay for an open/short. If OK, replace the daytime running lights relay.

NO - Go to relay control module input test (see RELAY CONTROL MODULE INPUT TEST ).

9. Check for the No. 3 (10 A) and No. 5 (10 A) fuses in the under-hood fuse/relay box.

Are both fuses OK?


NO - Replace the blown fuse and recheck the system.

10. Check the headlight bulbs.

Are both bulbs OK?


NO - Replace the blown bulb and recheck the system.

11. Disconnect the 2P connector from each headlight high beam.

12. Disconnect under-hood fuse/relay box connector H (14P).

13. Check for continuity between left headlight high beam 2P connector terminal No. 2 and under-hood fuse/relay box connector H (14P) terminal No. 8, and between right headlight high beam 2P connector terminal No. 2 and under-hood fuse/relay box connector H (14P) terminal No. 10.

Fig. 18: Checking Continuity Between Terminal No. 2 And Terminal No. 8, And Between Terminal No. 2 And Terminal No. 10 Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.



NO - Repair an open in the wire.

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14. Check for continuity between each headlight high beam 2P connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.

Fig. 19: Checking Continuity Between Headlight High Beam 2P Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body Ground Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.



NO - Check the daytime running lights relay (left headlight only) (see POWER RELAY TEST ). If the relay is OK, repair an open in the wire or poor ground (G201, G301).

DTC B1079: DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS MALFUNCTION (USA)


2. Turn the ignition switch OFF.

3. Make sure the brake pedal position switch is OFF.

4. Make sure the headlight switch is OFF.

5. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).



YES - Go to step 7.

NO - Intermittent failure, the daytime running light system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.

7. Turn the headlight high beams ON.

Do both headlights come on?

YES - Go to step 8.

NO - If one of the headlights doesn't come on, check the fuse and bulb, and for a poor ground (G201, G301) or an open in the wire. If both headlights don't come on, go to step 11.

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8. Turn the headlight switch OFF.

9. Select LIGHTING SYSTEM from the HDS, and enter the DATA LIST.

10. Check the ON/OFF information of the DRL Command in the DATA LIST.


YES - Go to relay control module input test (see RELAY CONTROL MODULE INPUT TEST ).

NO - Substitute a known-good daytime running light control unit and recheck the system.

11. Check the No. 3 (10 A) and No. 5(10 A) fuses in the under-hood fuse/relay box.

Are both fuses OK?


NO - Replace the blown fuse, and recheck the system.

12. Check the headlight bulbs.

Are both bulbs OK?


NO - Replace the blown bulb, and recheck the system.

13. Disconnect the 2P connector from each headlight high beam.

14. Disconnect under-hood fuse/relay box connector H (14P).

15. Check for continuity between left headlight high beam 2P connector terminal No. 2 and under-hood fuse/relay box connector H (14P) terminal No. 8, and between right headlight high beam 2P connector terminal No. 2 and under-hood fuse/ relay box connector H (14P) terminal No. 10.

Fig. 20: Checking Continuity Between Terminal No. 2 And Terminal No. 8, And Between Terminal No. 2 And Terminal No. 10 Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.


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16. Check for continuity between each headlight high beam 2P connector terminal No. 1 and body ground.

Fig. 21: Checking Continuity Between Headlight High Beam 2P Connector Terminal No. 1 And Body Ground Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.



NO - Repair an open in the wire or a poor ground (G201, G301).

DTC B1255: COMBINATION SWITCH CONTROL UNIT LOST COMMUNICATION WITH MICU (MICU MESSAGE)



3. Wait for 6 seconds or more.



YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections between the combination switch control unit and the MICU.


Are DTC B1055, B1157, B1605, B1806, B2107, and B2155 also indicated?

NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A ).

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YES - Go to the MICU input test (see MICU INPUT TEST ).

NO - Go to the combination switch control unit input test (see COMBINATION SWITCH CONTROL UNIT INPUT TEST ).

DTC B1275: COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH OFF POSITION CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION; DTC B1276: COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH PARKING (SMALL) POSITION CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION; DTC B1277: HEADLIGHT SWITCH AUTO POSITION CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION; DTC B1278: HEADLIGHT SWITCH ON POSITION CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION



3. Operate each combination light switch position for more than 2 seconds, then turn the combination light switch OFF.


Is DTC B1275, B1276, B1277 and/or B1278 indicated?

YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.


6. Disconnect the combination light switch 12P connector from the combination light switch.

7. Do the combination light switch test (see COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH TEST/REPLACEMENT ) and check for open or short in the combination light switch terminals in each switch position.

Is the combination light switch OK?

YES - Faulty combination switch control unit, replace the wiper/washer switch.

NO - Replace the combination light switch.

DTC B1279: HEADLIGHT SWITCH DIMMER POSITION CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION



3. Turn the headlight switch ON.



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4. Change the DIMMER switch from low beam to high beam and wait for 2 seconds.

5. Pull and hold the combination light switch lever, and hold the passing switch position for more than 2 seconds.



YES - Go to step 7.

NO - Intermittent failure, the headlight switch DIMMER circuit is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.



9. Do the combination light switch test (see COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH TEST/REPLACEMENT ) and check for open or short in the combination light switch terminals in each switch position.

Is the combination light switch OK?



DTC B1280: TURN SIGNAL SWITCH CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION



3. Turn the turn signal switch to left position and wait for 2 seconds, then turn to right position and wait for 2 seconds.



YES - Go to step 5.

NO - Intermittent failure, the turn signal switch circuit is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.



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switch position.

Is the turn signal switch OK?



DTC B1575: AUTOMATIC LIGHTING SENSOR CIRCUIT MALFUNCTION





YES - Go to step 4.

NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Check for loose or poor connections.


5. Disconnect driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector P (30P).

6. Disconnect the automatic lighting sensor 5P connector.

7. Check for continuity between driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector P (30P) terminals No. 14, No. 27 and No. 30 and automatic lighting sensor 5P connector terminals No. 1, No. 3, and No. 5 respectively.

Fig. 22: Checking Continuity Between Terminals No. 14, No. 27 And No. 30 And Terminals No. 1, No. 3, And No. 5 Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.


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YES - Go to step 8.


8. Check for continuity between automatic lighting sensor 5P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 3.

Fig. 23: Checking Continuity Between Automatic Lighting Sensor 5P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 3 Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.


YES - Repair a short in the wire between terminals No. 1 and No. 3.

NO - Go to step 9.

9. Disconnect driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector E (16P).

10. Check for continuity between body ground and driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector P (30P) terminal No. 1 and driver's under-dash fuse/ relay box connector E (16P) terminal No. 9 individually.

Fig. 24: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground And Driver's Under-Dash Fuse/Relay Box Connector E (16P) Terminal No. 9 Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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Fig. 25: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground And Driver's Under-Dash Fuse/Relay Box Connector P (30P) Terminal No. 1 Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.



NO - Repair an open in the wire or a poor ground (G502, G601).

11. Reconnect driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector P (30P).


13. Measure the voltage between the automatic lighting sensor 5P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 5.

Fig. 26: Measuring Voltage Between Automatic Lighting Sensor 5P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 5 Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Is there about 5 V?

YES - Replace the automatic lighting sensor.

NO - Faulty MICU; replace the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.

COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH TEST/REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the driver's dashboard undercover (see DRIVER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), and the driver's dashboard lower cover (see DRIVER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

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2. Remove the steering column covers (see STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).

3. Disconnect the combination light switch 12P connector (A) from the wiper/washer switch (B).

Fig. 27: Identifying Combination Light Switch 12P Connector And Wiper/Washer Switch Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

4. Remove the two screws, then slide out the combination light switch (A).

Fig. 28: Identifying Combination Light Switch Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

5. Inspect the connector terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.

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If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.

If the terminals look OK, check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the reference chart.

Fig. 29: Identifying Combination Light Switch 12P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Fig. 30: Light Switch Terminals Continuity Chart Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Fig. 31: Turn Signal Switch Terminals Continuity Chart Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Fig. 32: Fog Light Switch Terminals Continuity Chart Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

6. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the switch.

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DAYTIME RUNNING LIGHTS CONTROL UNIT INPUT TEST

USA

1. Remove the driver's dashboard undercover (see DRIVER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ), and the driver's dashboard lower cover (see DRIVER'S DASHBOARD LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

2. Disconnect the 14P connector (A) from the daytime running lights control unit (B).

Fig. 33: Identifying Daytime Running Lights Control Unit And 14P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.

If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary and recheck the system.

If the terminals look OK, go to step 4.

4. Reconnect the connector to the daytime running lights control unit, and make these input tests at the connector.

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.

If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 5.

WIRE CAVITY REFERENCE CHART

NOTE: Before testing, troubleshoot the multiplex integrated control system first using B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A ).

Make sure the headlights high beam come on normally with the combination light switch ON.

Cavity Wire Test condition

Test: Desired result Possible cause if desired result is not obtained

13 BLKUnder all

Measure the voltage to ground: There should be less Poor ground (G401)

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5. Disconnect the 14P connector from the daytime running lights control unit, and make these input tests at the connector.

If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.

If all input tests prove OK, the control unit must be faulty: replace it.

WIRE CAVITY REFERENCE CHART

HID LAMP SYSTEM TROUBLESHOOTING

14 conditions than 0.5 V. An open in the wire

8 YELIgnition switch ON (II)

Measure the voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.

Blown No. 21 (10 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box

An open in the wire

1 GRNUnder all conditions

Measure the voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.

Blown No. 15 (40 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box

Blown No. 3 (10 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box

An open in the wire

Cavity WireTest

conditionTest: Desired result

Possible cause if desired result is not

obtained

2 PURUnder all conditions

Check for continuity between the No. 2 terminal and under-hood fuse/relay box connector H (14P) No. 3 terminal: There should be continuity.

An open in the wire

7 WHTUnder all conditions

Check for continuity to ground: There should be continuity.

Faulty under-hood fuse/relay box

A open in the wire

WARNING: A transient high tension (25,000 V) occurs at the bulb sockets or the high intensity discharge (HID) lamps when the combination light switch is turned ON, it may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if you do not observe the cautions below.

CAUTION: Never turn on the combination light switch before fitting the HID bulbs to their bulb sockets and completing the reassembly of the headlight assembly.

Do not service the headlights assembly in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, near a sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet to prevent electrocution.

Do not touch the surface of the HID bulbs with your bare hands

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2. Select the BODY ELECTRICAL menu, then enter the HEADLIGHT COMMAND from the FUNCTIONAL TESTS, and turn the headlights on repeatedly.

Do the headlights come on?

YES - Go to the COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH TEST and the combination switch input test.

NO - Go to step 3.

3. turn the headlight switch and the ignition switch OFF.

4. Disconnect the negative battery cable, then disconnect the positive cable.

5. Remove the bulb socket from the HID bulb (see BULB REPLACEMENT ).

6. Check for loose or poor connections between the bulb socket and the HID bulb.

Is the connection OK?

YES - Go to step 7.

NO - Install the bulb and the bulb socket correctly and recheck.

7. Check the condition of the HID bulb socket mating surface (A).

and do not stain it with any oils and fats.

Do not disassemble the inverter unit and the igniter unit.

Do not turn on the HID bulb by using a power source other than the battery mounted on your vehicle.

NOTE: Before troubleshooting, check the No. 1 (15 A), and No. 6 (15 A) fuses in the under-hood fuse/relay box.

Cool down the HID bulb before checking.

After checking, the HID system requires about 5 minutes to be normal condition.

Before troubleshooting, make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped).

After connecting the battery cables, enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped), then set the clock.

After connecting the battery cables, do the steering column position memorization (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ).

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Fig. 34: Identifying HID Bulb Socket Mating Surface Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Are the terminals corroded or burnt?

YES - Replace the bulb socket, and recheck.

NO - Go to step 8.

8. Remove the bulb, and check the luminescence part of the HID bulb.

Fig. 35: Inspecting HID Bulb For Black Discoloration And Deformed Discoloration Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Does the bulb have black discoloration or is it deformed?

YES - Replace the HID bulb(s), and recheck.

NO - Go to step 9.

9. Substitute the right and left HID bulbs.

Does the symptom change to the other side?

YES - Replace the HID bulb and recheck.

NO - Go to step 10.

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10. Turn the combination light switch OFF.

11. Disconnect the HID unit 2P connector.

12. Turn the combination light (headlight) switch ON.

13. Measure the voltage between the No. 2 terminal of, the HID unit 2P connector and body ground.

Fig. 36: Measuring Voltage Between No. 2 Terminal Of, HID Unit 2P Connector And Body Ground Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

Is there battery voltage?


NO - Repair open in the wire between the HID unit and under-hood fuse/relay box. If the wire is OK, replace the under-hood fuse/relay box (see REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).

14. Check for continuity between the No. 1 terminal of the HID unit 2P connector and body ground.

Fig. 37: Checking Continuity Between No. 1 Terminal Of HID Unit 2P Connector And Body Ground Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.


YES - Faulty HID unit.

NO - Repair open in the wire between the HID unit and body ground. If the wire is OK, check for poor ground (G201/G301).

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HEADLIGHT ADJUSTMENT

Before adjusting the headlights:

Park the vehicle on a level surface.

Make sure the tire pressures are correct.

Have the driver or someone who weighs the same sit in the driver's seat.

1. Clean the outer lens so that you can seethe center (A) of the headlights.

Fig. 38: Identifying Headlights Center Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Park the vehicle 25 ft (7.5 m) away from a wall or a screen (A).

Fig. 39: Parking Vehicle 25 FT Away From Wall Or Screen Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

3. Turn the low beams on.

4. Determine if the headlights are aimed properly.

CAUTION: Headlights become very hot during use; do not touch them or any attaching hardware immediately after they have been turned off.

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Vertical adjustment:

Measure the height of the headlights (A). Adjust the cut line (B) to the lights height.

Fig. 40: Measuring Height Of Headlights Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

5. If necessary, open the hood and adjust the headlights to local requirements by turning the vertical adjuster.

Fig. 41: Turning Vertical Adjuster Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENT

LEFT SIDE

1. Make sure you have anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped). Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.

2. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable.

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3. Remove the battery.

4. Remove the front bumper (see FRONT BUMPER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).

5. Remove the four mounting bolts, and pull the headlight (A) out slightly.

Fig. 42: Identifying Headlight And Mounting Bolts (Left Side) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

6. Disconnect the connectors (B) from the headlight.

7. Remove the two bolts and the corner upper beam (C) from the headlight.

8. Install the headlight in the reverse order of removal.

9. Connect the battery cables to the battery.

10. Do the steering column position memorization (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ).

11. Enter the anti-theft codes for audio system and navigation system (if equipped), and set the clock.

12. After replacement, adjust the headlights to local requirements.

RIGHT SIDE


2. Pull up the front portion of the fender trim, and remove the mounting bolt from the inside of the fender.

3. Remove the three remaining mounting bolts, and pull the headlight (A) out slightly.

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Fig. 43: Identifying Headlight And Mounting Bolts (Right Side) Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

4. Disconnect the connectors (B) from the headlight.

5. Remove the two bolts and the corner upper beam (C) from the headlight.

6. Install the headlight in the reverse order of removal.

7. After replacement, adjust the headlights to local requirements.

BULB REPLACEMENT

HEADLIGHT BULB (LOW BEAM)

1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped). Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.

WARNING: A transient high tension (25,000 V) occurs at the bulb sockets of the high intensity discharge (HID) lamps when the combination light switch is turned ON, it may cause serious electrical shock or electrocution if you do not observe the cautions.

CAUTION: Never turn on the combination light switch before fitting the HID bulbs to their bulb sockets and completing the reassembly of the headlight assembly.

Do not service the headlights assembly in wet conditions, such as rain or snow, near a sprinkler system, or when your hands are wet to prevent electrocution.

Do not touch the surface of the HID bulbs with your bare hands and do not stain it with any oils and fats.

Do not disassemble the inverter unit and the igniter unit.

Do not turn on the HID bulb by using a power source other than the battery mounted on your vehicle.

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3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

4. Remove the headlight assembly (see HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENT ).

5. Turn the cover (A) 45° counterclockwise to remove it from the headlight assembly.

Fig. 44: Identifying Headlight Assembly Cover Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

6. Turn the socket (A) 45° counterclockwise to remove it from the bulb (B).

Headlight: 35 W

Fig. 45: Turning Socket Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

7. Pull the retaining spring (C) away from the bulb then remove the bulb.

8. Make sure the bulb harness (D) is routed correctly so it does not contact the reflector.

9. Install the new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the notches in the bulb align with the tabs in the headlight.

10. Connect the negative cable to the battery.



HEADLIGHT BULB (HIGH BEAM)

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2. Remove the left or right upper fender trim (see UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ).

3. For the left headlight, remove the battery cover, remove the battery hold-down by removing the two nuts, then slide the battery to access the bulb.

4. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the headlight bulb socket (B).

Headlight Bulb: 60 W

Fig. 46: Identifying Headlight Bulb Socket And 2P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

5. Turn the bulb socket 45° counterclockwise to remove it from the headlight housing.

6. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal. Make sure the notches in the bulb align with the tabs in the headlight.

7. If the battery is disconnected, do the steering column position memorization (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ), and enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped), and set the clock.

FRONT PARKING LIGHT/FRONT SIDE MARKER LIGHT BULB


2. For right parking light/front side marker light, remove the clip from windshield washer reservoir.

3. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the front parking light/front side marker light bulb socket (B).

Front Parking Light/Front Side Marker Light Bulb: 3 CP (5 W)

NOTE: Do not touch the glass of the bulb with your hands. If necessary, clean the glass area with alcohol.

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Fig. 47: Identifying Front Parking Light/Front Side Marker Light Bulb Socket And 2P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.


5. Install a new bulb in the reverse order of removal.

FRONT TURN SIGNAL LIGHT BULB



3. For the left light, remove the battery cover, remove the battery hold-down by removing the two nuts, then slide the battery to access the bulb.

4. Disconnect the 3P connector (A) from the bulb socket (B).

Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 24/2.2 CP (Amber) B

Fig. 48: Identifying Front Turn Signal Light Bulb And 3P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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7. If the battery is disconnected, do the steering column position memorization (see STEERING COLUMN POSITION MEMORIZATION ), and enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped), and set the clock.

HID UNIT REPLACEMENT



3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

4. Remove the headlight assembly (see HEADLIGHT REPLACEMENT ).

5. Remove the bulb socket from the HID bulb (see BULB REPLACEMENT ).

6. Remove the three mounting screws and the HID unit (A).

Fig. 49: Identifying HID Unit And Mounting Screws Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

7. Disconnect the 4P connector (B) from the HID unit.

8. Inspect the gasket for damage. If damaged, replace it.

9. Install in the reverse order of removal.

10. Connect the negative cable to the battery.



FOG LIGHT REPLACEMENT

BULB REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the splash shield (see SPLASH SHIELD REPLACEMENT ).

2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the fog light (B).

Fog Light: 55 W

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Fig. 50: Identifying Fog Light And 2P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

3. Turn the bulb socket (C) 45° counterclockwise to remove it from the housing.


REPLACEMENT


2. Remove the front bumper protector (see FRONT AIR SPOILER REPLACEMENT ).

3. Remove the bolts and screws from the fog light (A).

Fig. 51: Identifying Fog Light And Screws Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

4. Remove the screws, and separate the bracket (B) and fog light.

5. Install in the reverse order of removal.

6. After replacement, adjust the fog lights at the adjuster (A) to local requirements.

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Fig. 52: Adjusting Fog Lights Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

TAILLIGHT REPLACEMENT

1. Open the trunk lid, and remove the taillight lid (A).

Fig. 53: Identifying Taillight Lid And Taillight Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Remove the two bolts from the taillight (B).

3. Remove the maintenance lid and special nut (A) from the taillight (B).

Brake Light/Taillight: LED

Back-up Light: 21 W

Rear Turn Signal Light: 21 W (Amber)

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Fig. 54: Identifying Lid And Special Nut And Taillight Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

4. Pull out the taillight slightly, and disconnect the 3P connector (C) from the brake light/taillight connector.

5. Turn the bulb sockets (D) 45° counterclockwise to remove the bulbs (E).

LICENSE PLATE LIGHT REPLACEMENT

1. Slide the license plate light (A) to the right, and remove the license plate light.

License Plate Light: 5 W B

Fig. 55: Identifying License Plate Light And 2P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Disconnect the 2P connector (B) from the license plate light.

3. Turn the bulb socket 45° clockwise to remove the bulb (D).

HIGH MOUNT BRAKE LIGHT REPLACEMENT

1. Remove the high mount brake light cover (A).

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Fig. 56: Identifying High Mount Brake Light Cover And 2P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Disconnect the 2P connector (B) from the high mount brake light (C).

3. Remove the two bolts and the high mount brake light.

4. Install the light in the reverse order of removal.

5. Clean the rear window, and install the high mount brake light cover in the reverse order of removal.

BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH TEST

1. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the brake pedal position switch (B).

Fig. 57: Identifying Brake Pedal Position Switch And 4P Connector Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

2. Check for continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals.

There should be continuity when the brake pedal is pressed.

There should be no continuity when the brake pedal is released.

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3. Check for continuity between the No. 3 and No. 4 terminals.

There should be no continuity when the brake pedal is pressed.

There should be continuity when the brake pedal is released.

4. If necessary, adjust or replace the switch, or adjust the pedal height (see BRAKE PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).

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