acura Workshop Repair Guides

Acura (Honda) Workshop Service and Repair Manuals

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Connect the backprobe adapters to the stacking patch cords, and connect the cords to a multimeter. Using the wire insulation as a guide for the
contoured tip of the backprobe adapter, gently slide the tip into the connector from the wire side until it comes in contact with terminal end of the
wire.

CAUTION:
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Puncturing the insulation on a wire can cause poor or intermittent electrical connections.

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Bring the tester probe into contact with the terminal from the terminal side of wire harness connectors in the engine compartment. For female
connectors, lust touch lightly with the tester probe and do not insert the probe.

Engine Control Module (ECM)/Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reset Procedure

Either of the following actions will reset the ECM/PCM.

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Use the OBD-II scan tool or Honda PGM Tester to clear the ECM's/PCM's memory.

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