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SECURITY SYSTEM

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

P/N: 08E51-SV4-100-F

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Contents

Introduction ..................................................... 3

Arming

Optional Items

Please write the serial number of the remote control and the main unit below.Keep this booklet as a record of your purchase.Remote Control No.: , Main Unit No.:

DisarmingD isarming Methods ................................. 19Remote Controlled Disarming ................ 19

(Dur ingAlarming) ................................ 20Disarm/Valet Switch Disarming

Disarming During the Entry DelayTime ................................................... 21

Precautions .................................................... 4Remote Control Transmitter

Controls and Functions ............................. 6Battery Replacement ................................. 8

Remote Control Code Programming

How to Program Remote Control

Transmitters ............................................ 9System Controls

Main Unit Switched .................................. 12Glass Breakage Detector ......................... 13Disarm/Valet Switches ............................. 13

Alarm Mode

Panic ............................................................. 21Valet (Auto/Auto Lock Mode) ......................... 23Tripped Sensor Warning And

Tripped Sensor Warnings ......................... 24Indication

Tripped Sensor Incication ......................... 24Last Tripped Sensor Recall ...................... 25Arming Methods ....................................... 14

Manual Arming (Remote Controlled) ....... 14Auto Arming (Passive) ............................. 15Auto Arming and Locking (Passive) ........ 16

Alarm Triggered Mode .............................. 18 Glossary ......................................................... 27

Hood Switch ............................................. 26Remote Control Transmitter ..................... 26

Soft Chirp Siren ............................................. 26

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Introduction

Congratulations on your purchase of this Honda Security System.Your Honda Security System is the product of years of researchand development. It will give you many years of reliableperformance, protection, and convenience.

The system consists of two major components: a main unit and aremote control transmitter.

The main unit is the “brain” of the system . The built-inprogrammable microprocessor monitors your vehicle for optimalprotection while offering various options to tailor the system to thepreferences of different users.

To take full advantage of your Honda Security System, weencourage you to read this manual thoroughly.

Due to the expertise required to properly install the HondaSecurity System, we highly recommend that the installation beperformed by your Honda dealer. Proper wiring and componentplacement are essential for optimum system performance.

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This device complies with FCC Rules Part 15. Operation is subjectto the following two conditions: (1) This device may not causeharmful interference and (2) This device must accept any interfer-ence that may be received including interference that may causeundesired operation.

The pocket-sized remote control allows you to turn the system onand off from the outside the vehicle while simultaneously locking and

Intentionally activate the horn or optional siren in case of an emergency.

including the doors*. The transmitter can also be used to

For vehicles equipped with power door locks.

CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equip-ment, and training to correctly and safely maintain your car. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you shouldnot assume this bulletin applies to your car, or that your car has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contactan authorized Honda automobile dealer.

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JUNE 17, 1996

96-031ACCESSORIESSee VEHICLES

AFFECTED

1994 – 95ACCORD,PRELUDE,

CIVIC,DEL SOL

Applicable ToModel File Under

Issue Date

Bulletin No.

Service Bulletin

Security System Transmitter Does Not Work o r Its Range Is Too Short

SYMPTOM

The range of the security system remote transmitter istoo short (less than 30 feet) or the transmitter does notwork at all.

PROBABLE CAUSE

A faulty security system control unit or a faultytransmitter.

VEHICLES AFFECTED

All with a security system control unit serial number fromAW51500018 to AW51507006.

PARTS INFORMATION

Security System Control Unit:P/N 08E51-SV4-1M002, H/C 4349387

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMA TION

In warranty: The normal warranty applies.

Out of warranty: Any repair performed after warrantyexpiration may be eligible for goodwill consideration bythe District Service Manager or your Zone Office. Youmust request consideration, and get a decision, beforestarting work.

OPERATIONNUMBER DESCRIPTION

FLATRATETIME

TEMPLATEID

050102 Replacesecuritysystem control unit.

0.3 hour 96-031A

050502 Check serialnumber, andtest transmitter.

0.3 hour 96-031B

Failed part: P/N 08E51-SV4-1M002H/C 4349387

Defect code: 032

Contention code: B01

CORRECTIVE ACTION

• Check the serial number of the security systemcontrol unit. Replace the control unit if it is within theaffected serial number range (see VEHICLESAFFECTED).

• Make sure the security system is not in Valet mode,then replace the transmitter’s battery, and test theoperation of the transmitter.

1. Check the serial number on the security systemcontrol unit.

• On all vehicles except the Accord V6, the controlunit is mounted on the bottom of the driver’s seat.You can check the serial number using a mirror.

CONTROL UNIT

SERIALNUMBER

2 of 2 96-031

• On the Accord V6, the control unit is mountedbehind the steering column lower cover. Lookbehind the cover to check the serial number onthe bottom of the control unit.

SERIALNUMBER

ACCORD V6CONTROL UNIT

2. If the control unit serial number is from AW51500018to AW51507006, replace it (see PARTSINFORMATION). After replacing the control unit,reprogram all the transmitters for the vehicle.Transmitters that have not been reprogrammed will nolonger work (see TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING).

3. If the control unit is not within the affected serialnumber range, make sure the security system is notin Valet mode, then replace the battery in thetransmitter, and check the system operation.

4. If the transmitter’s range is still too short, check thesystem with the customer’s other transmitter or aknown-good transmitter. To program a known-goodtransmitter for this test, refer to TRANSMITTERPROGRAMMING.

5. Replace the original transmitter if the system workswith the customer’s other transmitter or theknown-good transmitter. To program a newtransmitter, refer to TRANSMITTERPROGRAMMING.

TRANSMITTER PROGRAMMING

1. Turn the ignition switch on, then immediately pressand hold the valet/disarm switch to enter theprogramming mode. Continue to hold the switchthroughout the procedure. (The switch is located onthe dashboard lower cover.)

VALET/DISARM SWITCH

2. When the LED on top of the steering column beginsto flash, press and release the “silent” button or the“chirp” button on the transmitter. If you need toprogram more than one transmitter, press the“silent” button or “chirp” button on each transmitterwithin ten seconds of pressing it on the firsttransmitter. (You can program up to four transmittersper vehicle.)

Press eitherbutton.

3. Release the valet/disarm switch to exit theprogramming mode.