Odyssey LX V6-3.5L (2000)
Malfunction Indicator Lamp: Testing and Inspection
MIL Circuit Troubleshooting
NOTE: Information marked with an asterisk (*) applies to '02 model.
1. Connect a scan tool/Honda PGM Tester.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and read the scan tool/Honda PGM Tester.
Does the scan tool/Honda PGM Tester communicate with the PCM?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Go to troubleshooting "DLC Circuit Troubleshooting".
3. Check the scan tool/Honda PGM Tester for DTCs.
Are any DTCs indicated?
YES - Go to the DTC Troubleshooting Index.
NO - Go to step 4.
4. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Does the MIL come on and stay on for more than 20 seconds after turning the ignition switch ON (II)?
YES - If the MIL always come on and stays on, go to step 26. But if the MIL sometimes works normally, first check for these problems.
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An intermittent short in the wire between the PCM (A10) and the Data Link Connector (DLC) connector.
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An intermittent open in the wire between the PCM (A21) and the DLC.
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An intermittent short in the wire between the PCM (A18) and the gauge assembly.
NO - If the MIL is always off, go to step 6. But if the MIL sometimes works normally, first check for these problems.
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A loose No.9 BACK UP LIGHT, INSTRUMENT LIGHT (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
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A loose ACG S (15 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box.
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A loose No.1 FUEL PUMP (15 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
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A poor connection at PCM terminal A18.
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An intermittent open in the GRN/ORN wire between the PCM (A18) and the gauge assembly.
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An intermittent short in the wire between the PCM (C19) and the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor.
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An intermittent short in the wire between the PCM (C28) and the throttle position (TP) sensor, Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) valve
position sensor, the fuel tank pressure (FTP) sensor*.
6. Turn the ignition switch OFF and then ON (II) again.
Is the low oil pressure light on?
YES - Go to step 7.
NO - Check for these problems:
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A blown No.9 BACK UP LIGHT, INSTRUMENT LIGHT (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
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A short or open in the wire between No.9 BACK UP LIGHT, INSTRUMENT LIGHT (7.5 A) fuse and the gauge assembly.
7. Try to start the engine.
Does the engine start?
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Go to step 11.
8. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
