Troubleshooting
Engine/Powertrain Control Module Terminal Arrangement - '98 - 00 Models
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ECM/PCM CONNECTOR B {25PI
Wire side of female terminalsECM/PCM CONNECTOR B I25PI
*2t MlT*3: '98 model"4: '99 - 00 models
NOTE: Standard baftery voltage is l2
Ierminalnumb€tWire colorTerminsl nameDescriptionSignal
1YEUBLKIGPl (POWER SOURCE)Power source for the ECM/PClvlcontrol circuit.withagewith
ignition switch ON (ll): battery volt-
ignition switch OFF:0 V
BLKPG1 (POWER GROUND}Ground for the ECM/PClvl controlcircuit.Less than 1.0 V at all times
REDlNJ2 (No. 2 FUEL INJEC-roR)Drives No. 2 Iuel injector.With engine running: duty controlled
BLUlNJ3 1No. 3 FUEL INJEC-TOR)Drives No. 3Iuel jnjector.
YELlNJ4 {No.4 FUEL INJEC-TOR)Drives No. 4 fuel injector.
8*1WHTLS- (A"/T CLUTCH PRES.SURE CONTROL SOLE,NOID VALVE _ SIDE)
A,/T clutch pressure controlsolenoid valve power supplynegative terminal.
With ignition switch ON (ll): dutycontrolled
9YEUBLKIGP2 IPOWER SOURCE)Power source for the ECN,I/PCMcontrol circuit.With ignition switch ON (lll: bafteryvoltageWith ignition switch OFF:0 V
10BLKPG2 (POWER GROUND}Ground for the ECM/PCM controlcrrcurt.Less than '1.0 V at all times
' BRNlNJl (No. 1 FUEL INJECTOR)Drives No. l tuel injector.With engine running: duty controlled
YEUGRNrcM {rGNrTroN coN-TROL MODULE)Sends ignition pulse.With ignition switch ON (ll): batteryvoltageWith engine running: pulses
17*1REDLS+ (A,,IT CLUTCH PRESSURE CONTROL SOLE-NOID VALVE + SIDE)
A,/T clutch pressure controlsolenoid valve power supplypositive terminal
With ignition switch ON (ll): dutycontrolled
19*.PNK
ODIND (OVER-DRIVE
OFF INDICATOR}Drives OVER-DRIVE OFFindicator light.With OVER-DRIVE OFF indicator lightturned ON: 0 VWith OVER-DRIVE OFF indicator lightturned OFF: battery voltage
20BRN/BLKLG1 (LOGIC GROUND)Ground for the ECM/PCM controlcircuit.Less than 1.0 V at all times
WHT/BLUVBU (VOLTAGE BACKUP)Power source for the ECM/PCMcontrol circuit.Power source forthe DTC memory.
Battery voltage at all times
22BRN/BLKLG2 (LOGIC GROUND)Ground for the ECN4/PCM controlctrcutt,Less than 1.0 V at all times
23BLVBLUIACV {IDLE AIR CON.TROL VALVE)Drives IAC valve.With engine running: duty controlled
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Fuel Cut-off Control
. During deceleration with the throttle valve closed, current to the fuel injectors iscutoffto improvefuel economyat
speeds over 970 rpm ('97 - 98 models), 920 rpm ('99 - 00 modelsl.
. Fuel cut-off action also takes place when engine speed exceeds 6,500 rpm ('97 - 98 models), 6900 rpm ('99 - 00
models), regardless of the position of the throttle valve, to protect the engine from over-rewing.
With Ay'T model. the PCM cuts the fuel at engine speeds over 5,000 rpm when the vehicle is not moving.*'
4,./C Comoressor Clutch Relav
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 a smooth transition to the Ay'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,
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.
PCM Fail-saf e/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-pre
grammed value for that sensor that allows the engine to continue to run.
2. Back-up 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 IMalfunction Indicator Lamp (MlL)l
When an abnormality occurs in a signal from a sensor, the ECM/PCM supplies ground for the MIL and stores the DTC
in erasable memory. When the ignition is initially turned on {ll), the ECM/PCM supplies ground for the MIL for two
seconds to check the MIL bulb condition.
4. Two Trio Detection Method
To prevent false indications, the Two Trip Detection Method is used for the HO2S*1, fuel metering-related. idle control
system, ECT sensor 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 (ll) 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 {'97 model)
A "Driving Cycle" consists of starting the engine, beginning closed loop operation, and stopping the engine. lf misfir-
ing that increases emissions or EVAP control system malfunction is detected during two consecutive driving cycles.
or TWC deterioration is detected during 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.
*1: '97 - 98 models*2: '99 - 00 models
5.
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ldle Speed Setting
Inspoction/Adiustmont
37 modsl:
NOTE:
. Before setting the idle speed, check the following
items:- The MIL has not been reportsd on.- lgnition timing- Spark plugs
- Air cleaner- PCV system
. lcanada) Pull the parking brake lever up. Stan the
engine, then check that the headlights are off.
1. Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3,000 rpm with
no load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan
comes on, then let it idle.
Connect a tachometer or a Honda PGM Tester.
Disconnect the 2P connector from the ldle Air Con-
trol (lAC) valve.
IAC VALVE
lf the engine stalls, restart the engine with the accel-
erator pedal slightly depr6ss6d, Stabilize the rpm at
1,000, then slowly release the pedal until the engine
idles.
Check idling in no-load conditions: hsadlights,
blower fan, rear d€fogger, radiator fan, and air con-
ditioner are not operating.
ldle spood should b.:
{80 t 50 rpm {in Park or noutr.ll
IDLE
7.
Adjust the idle sp6ed,
idle adjusting screw.
if necessary, by turning the
Turn the ignition switch OFF.
Reconnect the 2P connector to the IAC valve, then
remove the BACK UP (RAD|Ol (7.5 Al fuse in the
under-hood fuse/rslav box for 10 seconds to reset
the PCM.
Restart and let the engine idle with no-load condi-
tions for one minute, then check the idle speed.
NOTE: (Canadal Pullthe parking brake lever up. Stan
the engine, then check that the headlights are off.
ldlo Ep€ed rhould be:
75O t 50 rpm (in P.rk or noutr.ll
Let the engine idl6 for one minute with the head-
lights (Low) ON, and check th€ idl€ speed.
ldle lpcod 3hould bo:
750 t 50 ]pm (in Park or nautlal)
Turn the headlights off. Let th€ engine idle for one
minute with the headlights (Low) ON, heater fan
switch at Hl and air conditioner on. then check the idle
sDeeo.
ldl. specd should b6:
7d) 1 50 rpm {in Park or nautral}
lf the idle speed is not within specification, see the
symptom chart on page 11-64. (cont'd)
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ldle Control System
ldle Speed Setting (cont'd)
38 - 0O mod6l3:
NOTE: Before setting the idle speed, check the follow-
ing items:- The MIL has not been reported on.- lgnition timing- Spark plugs
- Air cleaner- PCV system
1. Start the engine. Hold the engine at 3.000 rpm with
no load (in Park or neutral) until the radiator fan
comes on, then let it idle.
Connect a tachometer.
Disconnect the IAC valve 2P connector and the EVAP
purge control solenoid valve 2P connector.
CONTROLSOLENOID VALVE
SOLENOID VALVE
lf the engine stalls, restart the engine with the accel-
erato. pedal slightly depressed. Stabilize the rpm at
1,000, then slowly release the pedal until the engine
idles.
Che€k the idle in no-load conditions: headlights, blow-
er fan, rear defogger, radiator fan, and air conditioner
are not operating,
ldle speed should bo:
480 t 50 rpm {in PErk or noutrall
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lf necessary, adjust the idle speed, by turning the
idle adjusting screw.
After adjusting the idle speed, recheck the ignition
timing (see section 4). lf it is out of spec, go back to
steo 4.tDt.E
6. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
7. Reconnect the 2P connectors to the IAC valve and
the EVAP purge control solenoid valve, then do the
ECM/PCM reset procedure.
8. Restart and idle the engine with no-load conditions
for one minute, then check the idle speed.
ldle speod should be:,98 model:
750 t 50 rpm tin Park or neutral)'9!l - 00 modsls:
730 i 50 lpm lin Psrk or neutral)
NOTE: lf the idle speed increases to 780 t 50 rpm(770 1 50 rpml*, this means the EVAP system is
purging the canister. To stop the purging temporari-
ly, raise the engine speed above 1,000 rpm with the
accelerator pedal, then slowly release the pedal.*: '99 - 00 models
9. Let the engine idle for one minute with the head-
lights (Low) ON, and check the idle speed.
ldle speed should be:
38 mod6l:
750 f 50 rpm (in Palk or neutrall'99 - 00 modols:
730 t 50 rpm (in Palk or neutral)
10. Turn the headlights off. Let the engine idle for one
minute with the heater fan switch at Hl and air con-
ditioner on, then check the idle speed.
ldls spqed should be:'98 model:
780 t 50 rpm (in Park or neutrall'99 - 00 mod€ls:
7701 50 rpm lin Park or neutral)
lf the idle speed is not within specification. see the
Symptom Chart on page 11-64.
ADJUSTING
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MaintenanceBack-up Light Switch
Transmission Fluid
NOTE: Check the fluid with the engine OFF and vehicle
on level ground.
1. Remove the filler plug. then check the level and
condition of the fluid.
FILLER PLUG44 N.m {4.5 kgf.m. 33 lbf ftl
ll
Ptopet Level
\--ril /
HllllllTl /
Hllllrlll /_rf-F{--rno."."
ll| | Replaco.
The fluid level must be up to the filler hole. lf it is
below the hole, add fluid until it runs out. then rein-
stall the tiller plug with a new washer.
lf the transmission fluid is diny, remove the drain
plug and drain the fluid.
FILLEB PLUGa,a N.m 14.5 kgf..n. 33 lbt'ftl
DRAIN PLUG39 N m (4.0 kgf.m, 29 lbf'ft)WASHERReplace.
Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer. and
refill the transmission fluid to the proper level.
NOTE: The drain plug washer should be replaced at
every fluid change.
Reinstall the filler plug with a new washer.
Fluid Capacity
1.7 / {1.8 US qt, 1.5 lmp qtl at oil change
2.1 ! 12.2 US qt, 1.A lmp qtl at overhaul
Alwavs use Genuine Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF). Using motor oil can cause stiffer shift-
ind because it does not contain the proper additives.
Test/Replacement
1. Disconnect the connectors from the switch.
Terminal side oImale lerminals
BACK.UP LIGHT SWTTCHr 25 N.m 12.5 kgt m, 18 lbf.ftl
WASHERReplace.
Check for continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2
terminals.
. There should be continuity when the shift lever
tnto reverse.
. There should be no continuity when the shift
lever in position except reverse,
lf necessary, replace the switch.
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Transmission AssemblY
Removal
@FMak. sw. iack" and safety stands are placed propel-
ly, and hoist brackets are attached to collect position
on the engine,
. Apply parking brake and block rear wheels so vehicle
will not roll off stands and lall on you while working
under it.
CAUTION: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted
surfaces.
1. Disconnect the negative {-) cable first, then the pos-
itive (+) cable from the batterY.
2. Remove the intake air duct and air cleaner houslng
(see section 5).
3. Remove the slave cylinder and clutch hose bracket'
NOTE:
. Do not operate the clutch pedal once lhe slave
cvlinder has been removed.
. Take care not to bend the clutch line.
4. Disconnect the
ground cable.
starter cables and transmission
TRANSMISSIONGROUND CABLE
Disconnect the back-up light switch connector and
wire harness clamP.
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WIRE HARNESS CLAMP
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C) TRANSMISSION HANGER
O INTERLOCK BOLT
O 32 mm SEALING BOLT
@ STEEL BALL {5/16 in.)
€) SPRING 26.1 mm {1.03 in.l
@ wasHER Replace.
O sET BALL scREw
@ WASHER Replace.
€) FLANGE BOLT
@ oll SEAL Replace.
@ DRAIN PLUG
@ WASHER Replace.
@ FILLER PLUG
@ WASHER Replace.
(9 10 x 12 mm DOWEL PIN(D SPRING 25.6 mm 11.01 in.l
€' THRUST WASHER
@} SHIFT ARM C(3 CONICAL SPRING WASHER
@ SPECTAL BOLT
8] SHIFT ARM COVER
@ OIL SEAL Replace.
€! SHIFT LEVER
@I BREATHER CAP(2! SHIFT ARM SHAFT ASSEMBLY
@ SPRING PIN Replace.O SELECT ARM
€!} THRUST WASHER
@ sTH/REVERSE SELECTRETURN SPRING
@ SELECT RETURN SPRING
€) OIL GUTTER PLATE
@ 78 mm SHIM
@ OIL GUIOE M PLATE
@ SELECT SPRING BOLT
@ OIL SEAL Replace.
@ SELECT LEVER
O BACK.UP LIGHT SWITCH
@ WASHER Replace.OO TRANSMISSION HOUSING
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7. Remove the set ball screws, washers, springs, steel
balls. and back-uP light switch.
STEEL BALLD. 5/16 in
8. Remove the flange bolt. drain plug, and filler plug
DRAIN PLUG
WASHERReplace.
LIGHT SWITCH
FILLER PLUG
WASHERReplace.
FLANGE BOLT
9. Remove the transmission housing mounting bolts
in a crisscross pauern in several steps.
10. Remove the 32 mm sealing bolt
Expand the snap ring on the countershaft ball bear-
ing, and remove it from the groove using a pair of
snap ring plier.
Separate the transmission housing from the clutch
housing.
Remove the dowel pins, and wipe it clean of the
sealant.
'I t.
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