engine speed sensor HONDA CIVIC 1996 6.G Owners Manual

Gauge Assembly
Gauge/lndicator/Terminal Location Index (cont'd)
Without tachometer:
CONNECTOR "A"
IA/T GEAR POSITION INDICATORICONNECTOR "8"
{GAUGE and INDICATOR}CONNECTOR "C"
(GAUGE and INDICAIORI
CONNECTOR "F"
{SRS INDICATOR)CONNECTOR "D"
{ABS INDICATORI
SPEEDOMETER:Indicates 60 km/h at 637 rpm or60 mph at 1,025 rpm ofthevehicle speed sensor (VSS).
ENGINE COOLANT TEMPERATUFE (ECT) GAUGEA/T GEAR POSITIONINDICATOFSee page 23 149FUEL
A1 ------> 46
----> al4
B1. - --------------->B16
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Gauge/Sending Unit Test, page 23 142

Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSSI
Troubleshooting
Before testing, inspect the No. 15 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
TEST HARNESSOTLAJ _ PT3O2OAREO TEST HARNESSCLIP
PROTECTIVETAPE
TEST HARNESSOTLA' . PT3O2OA
(To next page)
Test the BLK wire:1. Disconnect the 3P connectorfrom the vehicle speed sensor(vss).
2. Connect the test harness(07LAJ PT30200) only to theengine wire harness,3. Connect the RED test harnessclip to the positive probe of a
4. Check for continuity betweenthe RED test harness clip andbody ground.
Repair opon in the BLK wireb€twe€n the VSS and G101.ls there continuity?
Te3t the BLK/YEL wire:1. Connect the WHT test harnessclip to the positive probe of avoltmeter, and connectthe REDtest harness clip to the negativeprobe.2. Turn the ignition switch ON {ll).
Repair open in iho BLK/YEL wirebetween the VSS and the under-d6sh tuse/relav box.
vss
GRN TEST HARNESS
RED TEST HARNESS
WHT TEST HARNESS CLIP
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Contents
How to Use This Manual ICircuit Schematics (see Circuit Index)Fuse/Relaylnformation 6Ground-to-Componentslndex 6-6ComponentLocationPhotooraohs 201Conriector Views 202
Circuit Index
Accessory power socket 155Air conditionerAir delivery'96198 models 61'99-'00 models 61-2Blower controls'96198 models 60'99100 models 60-1Compressor controls 62Fans 63Anti-lock brake system (ABS) 44A/T gear position indicatorCVT 89All except CVT 89-1Automatic transmission controlsAll '96-'98 models except CVT and GX 39All '99100 models except CVT 39-8All GX models 39-8'96-'98 CVT 39-4'99100 cw 39-12Back-up lightsCoupe and Sedan 110Hatchback l'10-1Brake lightsAll Coupes and'96-'98 Sedans 110-15'99-'00 Sedans 110-16Hatchback 110-17Brake system indicator light'96198 models 7'1'99100 models 71-1Ceiling light 114-3Charging system 22Condenser fan 63Console lights 114Cruise control 34Dash lights 114Daytime running lights 110- 13Engine coolant temperature gauge 81-1Fog lights 110-10Front parking lights 110-2Fuel gauge 81-1Fuse/relay boxUnder-dash 6Under-hood 6-4Underhood ABS 6-3Gauges 81Ground distribution 14Ground-to-Componentslndex 6-6Hazard warning lightsAll except '99100 Sedans 110-6'99100 Sedans 110-8Headlights 110-12Headlight switch 100Heater - See Air ConditionerHorn'96197 models 40'98 model 40-1'99100 models 40-2lgnition key reminder 73lgnition systemAll '96198 models except Dl685 20All '99100 models except D16Y5 with Mn 2O-2All D1685 engines 20-2'99-'00 D 16Y5 with M/T 20
lndicators 80Integrated control unit 70lnterlock systemAll except'96J98 CVT 138'96198CVT 138-1License plate lightsAll Coupes and '96-'98 Sedans I l0-3'99100 Sedans 1 10-4Hatchback 110-5Low fuel indicator light 74Moonrool'96197 models |22'98-'00 models 122-1Odometer 81Oil pressure indicator light 80-3Power distributionBattery to ignition switch, fuses, and relaysFuses to relays and components 10-2Power door locksAll models without keyless entry 130'96-'98 models with keyless entry 130-2'99100 models with keyless entry 130-12Power mirrorsWithout detogger 141With defogger '141-2
Power windows 120Programmed fuel injection system (PGNr-Fl)All '96-98 models except D1685 23All '99-'00 models except D16Y5with M/T and D1685 24All D1685 engines 25'99100 D16Y5 with M/T 23Radiator fan 63Rear window defogger'96-,98 models 64'99100 models 64-1Seat belt reminder 73Security system'96.'98 USA HX, LX, EX 133'96-'98 Canada EX, Si 133'99TOO USA HX, LX, EX, DX.V Si 133-4'99100 Canada EX, Si 133-4All CX and DX models 133-8Speedometer 81Starting systemA./T (All except Dl685) 21A"/r (D16Bs) 21-1Manualtransmission 21-2Slereo sound system 150Supplemental rastraint system (SRS) 47Tachometer 81TailliqhtsAllboupes and'96-'98 Sedans 110-3'99100 Sedans 1 10-4Hatchback 110-5Trunk light 114-3Turn signal lightsAll except'99100 Sedans 110-6'99-'00 Sedans 1 10-8Vehicle speed sensor (VSS) 33Wiper/washerFront 91Rear 92
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Ground-to-Components I ndex
f.,lONOTE: All ground wires are BLK unless otherwise noted.
GroundPageComponents or Circuit Grounded
Battery (BLKYEL)
Steering pump bracket
t+-rg ITransmission housing
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G101
(-1)
G101
(-2)
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Powertrain or engine control module (PG1 and pG2 are BLK: LG1 and LG2 are
BRN/BLK), EGR control solenoid valve (CW, EGR valve and lift sensor (Dt6yS enginewith M,/T), Engine coolant temperature switch, pGM-Fl main relay, power steeringpressure switch (USA), Primary HO2S (D16Y5 engine with l\/,/T), Vehicle speed sensor,VTEC pressure switch (D16Y5/D16Y8 engines), CKF sensor (BRN/BLK), Transmission
control module (CYf) (Pc1 is BLK: LG1 is BRN/BLK)
Shielding betvveen the PCM or ECM and these components (all have BRN/BLK wires):
CKF sensor, TDC/CKP/CYP sensor. Primary and secondary heated oxygen sensors.
Knock sensor (CWDl6YB engine), Mainshaft speed sensor (AiT except CVT),
I Countershaft speed sensor (A/T except CVf)
Shielding between the TCM and these components (CVT) (all have BRN/BLK wires):
Drive pulley speed sensor, Driven pulley speed sensor, Secondary gear shaft
speed sensor
Powertrain or engine control module (PG1 and pG2 are BLK; LG1 and LGz are
BRN/BLK), EGR control solenoid valve (D16Y5 engine), EGR valve (Dt685), Engine
coolant temperature switch, Fuel pressure regulator shut-off solenoid valve (D1685),
PGM-FI main relay, Power steering pressure switch (USA), Vehicle speed sensor, VTECpressure switch (All except D16Y7 engine), CKF sensor (A

except 81642) (BRN/BLK)
Shielding between the PCM or ECM and these components (all have BRN/BLK wires):
CKF sensor, TDC/CKP/CYP sensor, Primary and secondary heated oxygen sensors,
Knock sensor (All except D16Y7 engine), i/ainshaft speed sensor (Arf except CW),
Countershaft speed sensor (A,/T except CVf), Drive pulley speed sensor (CW), Drivenpulley speed sensor (CVT), Secondary gear shaft speed sensor (CVf)
I Badiator fan motor, Right front parking/turn signat tight, Right headtight
G20214-4I Cruise control actuator, Left front parking/turn signal lights, Left headlight, Rear window
I washer motor, Windshield washer motor, Washer fluid level switch (,99-'00 Canada)
G401| +-o
and
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Accessory power socket, Brake fluid level switch, Clutch interlock switch (M/T), Clutchswitch (lillT with cruise/D16Y5 engine with MfD, Combination wiper switch (Z wires),
Cruise control main switch, Cruise control unit, Dash lights brightness controller, Data
link connector, Daytime running lights control unit (Canada), Gauge assembly, Horn('96-'97 models), Integrated control unit, Interlock control unit (ArI), Keyless door lock
control unit ('99-'00 models with keyless), Moonroof close and open relays, Moonroof
switch, Park pin switch (A/r), Power window relay, Rear window defogger relay, Rear
window defogger switch ('96-'98 models), Steering lock, Stereo radio tuner (,96-,98
USA: LX, EX, and HX), Turn signal/hazard relay, Windshield wiper motor.....plus
everything grounded through G402
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Ground Distribution
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NOTE: Wires shown without color codes are black.
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Gauges (cont'd)
- How the Gircuit Works
When the ignition switch is in ON (ll) or START (lll),
battery voltage is supplied through fuse 25 to the
gauges in the gauge assembly.
Speedometer and Odometer
The odometer and soeedometer drive circuits
receive pulses from the vehicle speed sensor
(VSS). The pulse rate increases as the car
accelerates. The frequency and duration of these
input pulses are measured and displayed by the
speedometer, odometer and tripmeter.
Tachometer
The tachometer drive circuit receives pulses from
the ignition control module (lCM) in the distributor
assembly or the ECM/PCM. The solid-state
lachometer then displays these pulses as engine
speed. For each 200 pulses per minute from the
ignition control modul€ (lCM) or the ECM/PCM, the
tachometer displays 100 RPM.
Engine Coolant Temperature Gauge
The engine coolant temperature gauge has two
intersecting coils wound around a permanent
magnet rotor. Voltage applied to the coils, through
fuse 25, generates a magnetic lield. The magnetic
field, controlled by the coolant temperature sending
unit, causes the rotor to rotate and the gauge
needle to move. As the resistance in the sending
unit varies, current through the gauge coils
changes. The gauge needle moves toward the coil
with the strongest magnetic field.
The 6ngine coolant temperature sending unit's
resistance varies from about 137 ohms at low
engine temperature to between 3H6 ohms at high
temperature (radiator fan running).
Refer to the Service Manual (Section 23, Electrical)
for specific tests or troubleshooting procedures.
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Fuel Gauge (All except cX)
The fuel gauge has two intersecting coils wound
around a permanent magnet rotor. Voltage applied
to the coils, through tuse 25, generates a magnetic
field. The magnetic field, controlled by the fuel
gauge sending unit, causes the rotor to rotate and
the gauge needle to move. As the resislance in the
sending unit varies, current through the gauge coils
changes. The gauge needle moves toward the coil
with the strongest magnetic field.
The fuel gauge sending unit's resistance varies
from about 2-5 ohms at full, to about 110 ohms at
empty. When you turn the ignition switch off, the
gauge remains at the last reading until you turn the
ignition switch to ON (ll) or START (lll) again,
Refer to the Service Manual (Section 23, Electrical)
for specific tests or troubleshooting procedures.
Fuel Gauge (GX)
The fuel gauge has two intersecting coils wound
around a permanent magnet rotor. Voltage applied
to the coils, through fuse 25, generates a magnetic
field. The magnetic field, controlled by the PCM,
causes the rotor to rotate and the gauge needle to
move. The PCM calculates the gas quantity in the
fuel tank by using the fuel pressure value detected
by the tuel tank pressure sensor and the fuel
temperature value detected by the fuel tank
temperalure sensor, and outputs the signal to the
gauge assembly. The gauge needle moves toward
the coil with the strongest magnetic field.
When you turn the ignition switch off , the gauge
remains at the last reading until you turn the ignition
switch to ON (ll) or START (lll) again. When the
PCM detects a malfunction with the fuel pressure or
temperature, or detects a gas leak, the PCM
reduces the fuel meter to 0.
Refer to the Service Manual GX Supplement
(Section 11 , Fuel and Emissions) for specific tests
or troubleshooting procedures.
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31. Right Side of Engine Compartment (Mff)34. Lower Right Side of Engine
32. Right Front of Engine Compartment35. Lower Right Rear of Engine
SPEEDSENSOR(vss)
33. Right Side of Engine36. Right Side of D16Y5 Engine (D1685 Similar)
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\7. C604 (Hatchback)
GRN/BLK(Back-up lights)
l\4ale GRNIYELFemale - GRN/RED(Turn signaland hazardwarning lights)
BLK (G601)
- Gray- Left rear ol cargo area- Connects rear wire harness to left outer
taillight assembly
4
5
6
1
2
GRNAVHT(Brake lights)
FED/BLK(Headllght switch)
10. Exhaust Gas Recirculation
(EGR) Valve and Lift Sensor
1
2
3
(D16Y5 MfI D1685)
- Gray- Top right side of engine- On engine wire harness
WHT/BLK (EGR input)
GRN/BLK(Sensor ground)
YEUBLU(Reference voltage)
4
5
6
BLK (Ground)
PNK (EGR control)
of cargo area
rear wire harness to right outer
assembly
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8. C605 (Hatchback)
- Gray- Right rear- Connects
taillight
GRN/BLK(Back-up lights)
GRNTYEL(Turn signaland hazardwarning lights)
3
4
5
6
1
2
BLK (G601)
GFNAVHT (Brake lights)
RED/BLK(Headlight switch)
11. Heater Fan Switch
('96-'98 Models)
- Brown
Center of dash- On heater-sub B wire harness
BLK (Ground)
BLUAVHT (L4edium
LO speed input)
BLU/BLK(Hl speed input)
4
5
6
1
2
3
BLU (LO speed input)
BLU/YEL (Medium
Hlspeed input)
GFIN (Blowerswitch ON input)
9. C607 (Hatchback)
- Blue- Right side o{ cargo area- On rear wire harness
BLU/BLK (lndicators)
RED/BLK(License lights)
GBN,ryVHT (8rake lights)
LT GBN(Rear wiper/washe0
5
6
1
2
3
4
GRN(Rear wiper/washer)
LT GRN/BLK(Rear \/iper washer)
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12. Security Starter Cut Relay/C416
- Natural* Upper left kick panel- On main wire harness
1
2Allexcept CX and DXI[,4ale: BLK,^r'r'HTFemale: BLKI/ELCX and DXi BLI(WHT(Battery input)
All except CX and DX:BLK^/ELCX and DX: BLK/WHT(Baftery input)
[.4ale - BLK/WHTFemale - BLKAVHTor BLKRED(Starter output)
All excepi CX and DX:RED/YELCX and DX: GRN(Security starter c!1relay control inpul)
5
6
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