1997 HONDA CIVIC Start

Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Procedures (cont,dl
CAUTION:
. Punqturing ihe insulation on a wirs can cause poor or intermiftent electricar connections.I Bring the test€r probe into contacl with the terminatlrom the terminal side of wire harnesg conncctors in the gngin€compartment. For temale connectors, iust touch lightly with the tester probe and do not inse.t the probe.
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RUBBER SEAL
Other Probable Causes for an engine that will not start:- Compression- Starting system- lntake air leakage - Overheating- Engine locked up - Battery- Timing belt
TESTER PROBE
Symptom Chart
Listed below are symptoms and probable causes for problems that Do NoT cause the Malfunction indicator Lamp (MlL) tocome on. lfthe MIL was reported on, go to page 11_81.Troubleshoot each probabre cause in the order risted (from reft to right) untir the symptom is eriminated.The probable cause and troubleshooting page reference can be found berow.
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*: '99 - 00 models
TERMINAL
SYMPTOMPROBABLE CAUSE
4,2,3, 5,20, 14, 1
2, 4, 11, 16, 13, 't9
?, s^6. 16
1,8,10.9
Engine will not sta rt
Hard starting
Cold fast idle too low
Cold fast idle too high
ldle speed fluctuates7,8, 10.9
Troubleshoot for misfire on pages l1-166, 167Misfire or rough running
LOW power
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2,9, 10, 12, 11, 16, 't8,20
2,4,11,7,20,8,5,15
't9, 21
1r, ,1
Difficult to refuel*
Fuel overflows during refueling*
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Troubleshooting
Engine/P_o_wgrtrain Control Module Terminal Arrangement('96 - 98 Models '99 - 00 Dt6y5 engine with M/T) tc'oniOi
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR C {31PI
1
CKFP
2
CXPPTDCPa
ACS
5
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7
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10
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ALTF
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Wire side of female terminalsECM/PCM CONNECTOR C (31PI
NOTE: Standard baftery voltage is 12 V
'1: USA modelr2rA,.T (D16Y7, O16Y8 ensane)*3: CVT (O16Y5 engine)*4: Ay'T and O16Y7 engine'5: Excepl A./T snd Dl6Y7 engine16: Ay'T (D16Y8 ensine){7: CVT (Dl6Y5 eosine) and O16Y8 enoine"8: 96 Dl6Y8 engine (coupe),'97 D16y8 engine (coupe: atl:ed-9I t!!rnodelr,'98 D16y5 ensine,,98 D16y8 e;sine.D16Y5 lM/T) ensine
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19: D16Y5 engine'10: M/T (Dl6Y5 engine)*11r Except M/T 116Y5 engine)*12: D16Y5, D16Y8 engine*13: Dl6Y8 enqine*14: O16Y7 enginei15: '-97 O16Y7 engjne (coupe: KL modet, sedan: KL (LX) modet),'98D16Y7 enqine'99 - 00
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To.min!lnumberWiracoloaTorminalnameDo6criptlonSignal
1BLU/REDCKFP (CKF SENSOR P SIDE)Detects CKF sensor.With engine running: pulses2BLUCKPP (CKP SENSOF PSIDE)Detects CKP sensor.With engine running: pulses3GRNTDCP {TDC SENSOR PSIDE}Detects TDC sensor,With engine running: putses4YELCYPP (CYP SENSOR P SIDE)Detects CYP sensor.With engine running: pulses
5BLU/FEDACS {Tr'C SWITCH SIGNAL)Detects ,ay'C sw;tch signat.With Iy'C switch ONr 0 VWith Ay'C switch OFF: batrery vottage
6BLU/ORNSTS (STARTER SWITCHSIGNAL)Detects staner swilch signal,With staner switch ON ltlt): batery vohageWith staner switch OFF: 0 V
8RNSCS (SERVICE CHECKSIGNAL)Detects service check connector signal{the signalcausing a OTC indicationlWith the connector connected: O Vwith the connector disconnected: about 5 vor battery voltageLT 8LUK,LINE (DLC)Sends and receives scan iool signal,Wirh ignition switch ON { ): about 5 V
9+3GRYDat6 communication with TCM: ECMcontrol ctat6 outputWith ignition switch ON (tt):putses
10WHT/BLUVBU (VOLTAGE BACK UP)Power source forthe ECM/PCMcontrol circuit. Power sourc€ lortheDTC memory
Battery voltage at all times
11WHT/REDCKFM {CKF SENSOR MSIDE)Ground tor CKF sensor signal.
12CKPM (CKP SENSOR MSIDE)Ground for CKP sensor s;gnat.
REDTDCI\4 (TDC SENSOR MSIDE)Ground for TDC sensor signal.
14BLKCYPM (CKP SENSOB MSIDE}Groond for CYP sensor signal.
15."BLU/BLKVTM (VTEC PRESSUREswtTcH)Oetscts VTEC pressure switch signal.Wrth engine at low enginespeed:0 VWth engineathigh engine speed: tatteryvoltase
16GRN
PSPSW (P/S OIL PRESSUREswtTcH)Detects PSP switch signal.At idle with steering wheel in straight aheadposition:0 VAt idle with stsering wheet at fult tock batteryvoltage'17WHT/REDALTF (ALTERNATOR FRSIGNAL)Detects ahernator FR signal.With fullyw6rmed up engine running:0 V- bat-teryvohage (depending on electricat toad)18BLUI/VHTVSS {VEHICLE SPEED SEN-SOR}Oetects VSS signal.Whh ignitjon switch ON {tt) and front wheetsrotating: cycles 0 V- 5 V23+14BLKlP+ {HO2S PUtr4P CELL +}Controls HO2S pump ce .With ignition switch ON (ll): abour 0.5 - 5.3 V
24.10REDrP-, vs- {Ho2s coMt oN)Reference voltage supply.With fullywarmed up engine et idle:about2.6-2.8 V25*roVS+ (VS CELL VOLTAGE)Detects VS cell voltage.With ignition switch ON t): abour 7 V
29LT GRN*'ATPNP (Ar'T GEAR POSI,TroN swrTcH)Deteds Ay'T g6srposhion switch signat.In E orE position: O Vln any other position: battery vottage
RED{roCLSW (CLUTCH SWITCH}Detects clutch switch signal,Wilh clutch pedal released: about 5 VWith clutch pedal deDressed: O V30PNK4TMBData communication with TCM:ECM controldata inputWith ignit;on switch ON (lt):putses

ECM/PCM CONNECTOR B (25PI
Wire side of female terminals
FCM CONNECTOR B {25P)NOTE: Standard battery voltage is 12 V
Sign.l
YELtsLKIGP1 IPOWER SOUflCE)Powor sou rca for the ECM/PCM conlrolcirwhh ignilion swilch ON (ll)ibatteryvoltageWith ignition switch OFF:0 V
BLKPGl {POWEB GNOUND)Ground fo. the ECM,/PCM contrclcncuit'Less than 1.0 V at slltimes
FEDlNJ2 (No 2 FUEL INJECIOR)Drives No. 2 fu€l inieclor'Wirh enqine runnin9: dulv conlroll6d
BLUlNJ3 (No.3 FUEL INJECTOB)Orives No.3 fuel inieclor'
YELlNJ,r lNo. 4 FUEL INJECTOF)Drives No. 4 luel injector'
6BLI(BIUIACV P (IDLE AIR CONTROLVAIVE POSITIVE SIDE)O.iv€s IAC valve {Posirivo side)Wilh engine running: duty conrrollod
BEDESOL {EG8 CONTROLSOLENOID VALVE)Drives EGF controlsolonoid valveWith EGR operaiing during driving wirh follv warmedup onginsl dutY controlledWilh EGR nol op€r.ring:0 V
PNKSLKHlC tstvr (PH-PL CONTnOLLINEAfl SOLENOID NEGATIVEst0E)
G rcund for PH-PL control linsar solsnoid
8.,LS - (A/T CLUTCH PFESSURECONTROL SOTENOIDVALVE'sroE)
A/Tclutch prsssure conrrol sol€nod valv€pow6r slpply negative elecrodeWith ignilion swirch ON (ll):dutv controll€d
9YEUBLKrGP2 {POWE8 SOUFCE)Powor $urce for lhe ECI{,'PCM controlc'rcuitwnh ignirion swirch ON (ll): ban€ry voltag€with ignirion swnch oFF:0 v
10BLKPG2IPOWER GSOUNDIGround lor ths ECM/PCM controlctrcuil
118RNINJl {No,1 FUEL INJEqIOR)orives No. r ru6l Iniocror.With onsino at low lpm:0Vwith ens,n. ar hish tpm:bsneryl9!9gl-12"GRN,.YELWS (WEC SOLENOID VALVE)Orivos WEC solanoid v.lvs.
13YEUGRNICM {I6NITION CONTROL MODULE}
With ignition switch ON (ll)r b5n6ry volt€gsWilh engino running: Puls6
15ORNIACV N (IDLE AIN CONTSOIVALVE NEGATIVE SIOE)Drivos the IAC valve lnogativ€ 3idelWith €ngin€ ru nningi dr]tv controlled
REDLS + (A,/T CIUICH PRESSURECONTFOT SOIENOIOVALVE +SIDE}
A/T clutch pr€so.6 controlsolenoid valvepow6r slpply posiliv€ oroclrodeWirh ignition swatch ON (lll: dutYcontrorled
HLC LSP (PH-PI CONTROI LIN.EA8 SOLENOID POSITIVE SIDE)Orives PH-PL control line€r solenoidWith qnition switch ON (lll: Pulsing srgnal
PNK/BTUSC LSM (STAfiT CLUTCHLINEAR SOLENOIO N€GATIVESIDE)
Groundforstartclutchcontrol line6r
20BnN/AtKLGI (LOGIC GEOUNO)Ground for lh€ EcM/PcM controlcircuit'L6se rhan 1.0 v.i alltimes
21VBU IVOLTAGE 8AC( UP)Powet source torlhe ECM/PCM control circuitPower sourco tor th6 DTC m€mory'Battaryvoltage aitnEtrmes
22BFN/8IKLG2 (LOGIC GSOUND)Ground iorths ECMnCM conrrol circuir'tsss thah 1.0 v al all times
238LI(BLUIACV (IOTE AIR CONTROLWitn ongine funning: dutv conrol!6d
25'3YELSC LSP {STANT CLUTCH LINEARsotENorD PoSlrlvE slDE)Orives sran clutch control linesr solonoid.With ignilion swilch ON (ll): Pulsing sign3r
r1: A/r (D16 , D16Y8 ensins)
'3:CVT {O16Y5ensino)
'4: Ol6Y5, Dl6Y8, B164? onsina
(cont'd)
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How to Read Flowcharts
A flowchart is designed to be used from start to final repair. lt's like a map showing you the shortest distance. But beware:
lf you go off the "map" anywhere but a "stop" symbol, you can easily get lost.
tSrARTl(bold type)
FanoNl
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{bold type)
Describes the conditions or situation to start a troubleshooting flowchart.
Asks you to do something; perform a test, set up a condition etc.
Asks you about the result of an action, then sends you in the appropriate troubleshooting direction.
The end of a series of actions and decisions. describes a final repair action and sometimes directs you to
an earlier part of the flowchart to confirm your repair,
NOTE:
. The term "lntermittent Failure" is used in these charts, lt simply means a system may have had a failure. but it checks
out OK at this time. lf the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MlL) on the dash does not come on, check for poor connections
or loose wires at all connectors related to the circuit that you are troubleshooting (see illustration below)'
. Most of the troubleshooting flowcharts have you reset the Engine Control Moduls (ECM)/Powertrain Control Module
(pCM) and try to duplicate the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC). lf the problem is intermittent and you can't duplicate the
code, do not continue though the flowchart. To do so will only result in confusion and, possibly, a needlessly replaced
ECM/PCM.
. ,,Open" and "Short" are common electrical terms. An open is a break in a wire or at a connection. A short is an acci-
dental connection of a wire to ground or to another wire. In simple electronics, this usually means something won't
work at all. In complex electronics (like ECM's/PCM'sl. this can sometim€s mean something works, but not the way it's
suDDosed to.
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PGM-FI System
System Description
CKP/TDC/CYP Sensor
MAP Sensor
IAT SensorTP SensorEGR Valve Lift Sensor*'Primary H02SSecondary HO2SVSSBARO SensorELD*'KS€Starter SignalALT FR SignalAir Conditioning SignalA/T Gear Position SignalBattery Voltage {lGN.1}Erake Switch SignalPSP Switch SignalFuel Tank Pressure Sensor*iVTEC Pressure Switch*5Clutch Switch Signal*6Countershaft Speed SensornBMainshaft Speed Sensorrs
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Fuel IniectorsPGM-Fl Main Belay {Fuel Pump)MILIAC Valve!y'C Compressor Clutch RelayRadiator Fan Relay*,Condenser Fan RelayALT*'lcMEVAP Purge Control Solenoid
Primary HO2S HeaterSecondary H02S HeaterEGR Control Solenoid Valve*rEGR valve*6EVAP Bypass Solenoid Valve*'EVAP Control Canister Vent Shut
VTEC Solenoid Valve*5DLCLock-up Control Solenoid Valve*aShift Control Solenoid Valve*3Linear Solenoid Valve*3
*1: Dl6Y5 engine*2: USA model*3: CW (D16Y5 ensine), D16Y8 engine and 81642 ensine*4: '96 D16Y8 engine lcoupe),'97 Dl6Y7 engine (coupe: KL model, sedan: KL (LX) model),'97 D16Y8 engine {coupe: all models, sedan: KLmodel),'98-all models,'99'all models,'00-all models+5: D16Y5, D16Y8,816A2 engine*6: M/T (D16Y5 enginei*7: CVT 1D'l6Y5 engine)+8: A/T (D16Y7, D16Y8 engine)*9: '96 D16Y5 engine,'96 D16Y7 engine,'96 Dl6Y8 engine (sedan),'97 D16Y5 engine,'97 Dl6Y7 engine (coupe: KA, KC models, sedan:KA, KC, KL (LX) models, hatchback: all models),'97 D16Y8 engine (sedan: KA, KC modelsi
PGM-FI Sy3lem
The PGM-Fl system on this model is a sequential multipon fuel injection system.
Fuel iniector Timing and Duration
The ECM/PCM contains memories for the basic discharge durations at various engine speeds and manifold air flow rates.
The basic discharge duration, after being read out from the memory. is further modified by signals sent from various sen-
sors to obtain the final discharge duration.
ldle Air Control
ldle Air Control Valve llAC Valve)
When the engine is cold. the A,/C compressor is on, the transmission is in gear, the brake pedal is depressed, the P/S load
is high, or the alternator is charging, the ECM/PCM controls current to the IAC Valve to maintain the correct idle speed.
lgnition Timing Control
. The ECM/PCM contains memories for basic ignition timing at various engine speeds and manifold air flow rates.
lgnition timing is also adjusted for engine coolant temperature.
. Aknockcontrol system was adopted which sets the ideal ignition timing for the octane rating ofthegasoline used.*3
Othgr Control Funqtions
1. Starting Control
When the engine is started, the ECM/PCM provides a rich mixture by increasing fuel injector duration.
2. Fuel Pump Control
. When the ignition switch is initially turned on, the ECM/PCM supplies ground to the PGM-Fl main relay that sup-plies current to the fuel pump for two seconds to pressurize the fuel system.. When the engine is running, the ECI\4PCM supplies ground to the PGM-FI majn relay that supplies current to the fuel
oumo.
. When the engine is not running and the ignition is on, the ECM/PCM cuts ground to the PGM-FI main relay which
cuts current to the fuel pump.
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INPUTS
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECMY
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) OUTPUTS

3.
5.
6.
1.
Fuel Cut-off Control
. During deceleration with the throttle valve closed, current to the fuel injectors is cut off to improve fuel economy at
speeds over the following rpm:. D16Y5 engine (M/T):850 rpm. D]6Y5 engine (CVT), D'16Y8 engine (USA M/T): 920 rpm
. Dl6Y8 engine (USA A,/I), D16Y7 engine (USA A,/T);910 rpm
. D16Y8 engine (Canada M/T), D16Y7 engine (canada): 990 rpm
' D16Y8 engine (Canada M/T): 1,000 rpm
. 816A2 engine: 970 rpm
. Fuel cut-off action also takes place when engine speed exceeds 6,900 rpm (D16Y5, D16Y7 engine; D'16Y8 engine:
7,000 rpm. 816A2 engine: 8.100 rpm), regardless of the position of the throttle valve, to protect the engine from
over-rewing. With '99 Dl6Y7 engine (A,/T) and '99 D16Y8 engine (A./T), the PCM cuts the fuel at engine speeds over
5,000 rpm when the vehicle is not moving.
IVC Compressor Clutch Relay
When the ECM/PCM receives a demand for cooling from the air conditioning system, it delays the compressor from
being energized, and enriches the mixture to assure smooth transition to the A,/C mode
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Control Solenoid Valve*'
When the engine coolant temperature is above 154'F (68'C). the ECM/PCM controls the EVAP purge control solenoid
valve which controls vacuum to the EVAP purge control canister.
Evaporative Emission (EVAP) Purge Control Solenoid Valve*a
When the engine coolant temperature above 154"F (68"C), intake air temperature above 32"F (0'C) and vehicle speed
above 0 mile (0 km/h) or [Ay'C compressor clutch on and intake air temperature above 160"F (41'C)], the ECM/PCM
controls the EVAP purge control solenoid valve which controls vacuum to the EVAP purge control canister.
Exhaust Gas Recirculation (EGR) Control Solenoid Valve*?
When EGR is required for control of oxides of nitrogen (NOx) emissions. the ECM controls the EGR control solenoid
valve which supplies regulated vacuum to the EGR valve
Alternator Control
The system controls the voltage generated at the alternator in accordance with the electrical load and driving mode,
which reduces the engine load to improve the fuel economy.
ECM/PCM Fail-safe/Back-up Functions
1. Fail safe Function
When an abnormality occurs in a signal from a sensor, the ECM/PCM ignores that signal and assumes a pre-pro-
grammed value for that sensor that allows the engine to continue to run.
2. Back-uD Function
When an abnormality occurs in the ECM/PCM itself, the fuel injectors are controlled by a back-up circuit independent
of the system in order to permit minimal driving.
3. Self diagnosis Function lMalfunction Indicator Lamp (MlL)l
When an abnormality occurs in a signal from a sensor, the ECM/PCM supplies ground for the lvllL and stores the DTC
in erasable memory. When the ignition is initially turned on, the ECM/PCM supplies ground for the MIL for two sec-
onds to check the MIL bulb condition.
4. Two Trip Detection Method
To prevent false indications, the Two Trip Detection Method is used for the HO2S, fuel metering-related. idle control
system, ECT sensor, EGR system and EVAP control system self-diagnostic functions. When an abnormality occurs,
the ECM/PCM stores it in its memory. When the same abnormality recurs after the ignition switch is turned OFF and
ON 0l) again, the ECM/PCM informs the driver by lighting the MlL. However, to ease troubleshooting, this function is
cancelled when you jump the service check connector. The MIL will then blink immediately when an abnormality
occurs,
5. Two (or Three) Driving Cycle Detection Method
A "Driving Cycle" consists ot starting the engine. beginning closed loop operation, and stopping the engine. lf misfir-
ing that increases emissions is detected during two consecutive driving cycles, or TWC deterioration is detected dur-
ing three consecutive driving cycles, the ECM/PCM turns the MIL on. However, to ease troubleshooting, this function
is cancelled when you jump the service check connector. The MIL will then blink immediately when an abnormality
occurs.
(cont'd)
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PGM-FI System
System Description (cont'dl
Lean Burn Control {D16Y5 engine: CvT)
The lean burn control system is based on the characteristic increase in crankshaft angular acceleration which occurs inwhen the air-fuel ratio gets leaner.
The CKF sensor, which is mounted on the crankshaft, monitors sngine speed, lf crankshaft angular acceleration falls belowa certain level (target air-fuel ratio level), the amount of injected fuel is reouceo.
lf crankshaft angular acceleration exceeds this level. the amount of fuel is increased.
This system improves fuel economy and driveability by controlling the amount of injected fuel in the lean burn rangeimmediatelv before combustion starts to deteriorate.
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TOC/CKP/CYP SENSOR
MAP SENSOR
CKF SENSOR
ECM
Comparison oI current airfuel ratio to target ratio

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Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/PCM)
t'96 - 98 Models,'99 - 00 Dl6Y5 engine with M/Tl
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NOTE: lf th is svmptom is intermittent, check for a loose fuse No. 25 {METER 7.5 A) in the
underdash {use/relay box, a poor connection at ECM/PCM terminal A18, or an intermit
tent ooen in the GRN/ORN wire between the ECM/PCM (A18) and the gauge assemblv.
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR A I32PIPGl {BLKI
Wire side ot female terminals
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR A (32P}
Wire side of female terminals
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The Malfunc{ion Indicator Lamp
{MlLl never comes on (even lor
two secondsl atter ignition is
turned on.
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
- Repair short or open in thewile botwoen No. 25 {M€TERI
17,5 Altus€ and gau99 assem'
bty.- Replaco No.25 IMETERI (7,5
A)tuse.
ls the low oil pressure light on?
Try to start the engine.
Does the engine stan?
Check lor an open in the wiles
{PG linosl:1. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
2. ldeasure vo ltage betweenbody ground and ECM/PCMconnector terminals A10 andA23 individually.
Check tor an open in the wire ot
bulb (MlL line):1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Connect the ECM/PCM con-nector terminal A'18 to bodyground with a jumper wire.3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
Repair open in the wire(s)
between ECM/PCM and G101(localod at the thetmostat hous_ingl that had more than 1.0 V.
ls thore less than 1.0 V?
Substituto . known-good ECM/PCM and recheck. It symptom/indication go6s away, roPlace
the origin.l ECM/PCM.
- Repair open in th€ wiresbetwoen ECM/PCM lAl8l andgaug6 a$embly.- Replace the MIL bulb,
ls the MIL on?
Substitute a known-good ECM/
PCM and .echeck. lf symptom/indication goes away, replacothe origin.l ECM/PCM.
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