Accord V6-3.0L Hybrid (2005)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp - Hybrid Drive: Testing and Inspection
IMA System Indicator Circuit Troubleshooting
NOTE: If the IMA system indicator stay on or never comes on, then do this troubleshooting (if no DTC's are set).
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and watch the IMA system indicator.
Does the IMA system indicator come on?
YES - Go to step 2.
NO - Go to step 4.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), wait 2 seconds, and watch the IMA system indicator.
Does the IMA system indicator come on and stay on?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - The IMA system indicator circuit is OK.
3. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs with the HDS.
Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated?
YES - Go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NO - Do the gauge self-diagnostic function.
4. Do the gauge self-diagnostic function.
Does the IMA system indicator flash?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Substitute a known-good gauge control module, and recheck. If the IMA system indicator circuit is OK, replace the original gauge
control module.
5. Check the 12 V battery terminal connections.
Are the connections OK?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Repair the connections or replace the 12 V battery.
6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
7. Turn the battery module switch OFF.
8. Remove the IPU lid.
9. Disconnect MCM connector B (24P).
10. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
11. Measure voltage between MCM connector terminal B6 and body ground.
Is there battery voltage?
YES - Go to step 12.
NO - Repair open or short in the wire between the No. 21 METER (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and the MCM (B6). Replace
the No. 21 METER (7.5 A) fuse.
12. Measure voltage between MCM connector terminal B7 and body ground.
