out HONDA CIVIC 1996 6.G Owners Manual

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
@
tsroP I
{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.
toosE
1 1-103

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
-\
----t /
F;ilrr j"-----fi-tri-'r.;l
Fb"t."'i" d" c;;il
F,h"'c;;tr*".io";-l
@."r.l"sc;;ll
EaM/PcM B""k-p F"""till
r\
-:/
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.
11-104
INPUTS
ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECMY
POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM) OUTPUTS

PGM-FI System
(From page 11-109)
Replace the sensor that causedthe light to go out.Does the N4lL go OFF?
Check fo. a short in the wi.os(VCC lines):':. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disco n n ect the ECM/PCMconnector D (16P).
3. Check for continuity betweenbody ground and ECM/PCMconnector terminals D4 andD10 individually.
Ropair short to body groundin the wire betweon ECM/PCM {O4) and MAP s6n3or.Repair short to body groundin the wire between ECM/PCM lD10l, the TP sensor, theEGR valve lift sensor {D16Y5engine) and/or the Fuel tankpressure sensor {'96 Dl6Ygengine lcoupe),'97 D16Y7engine (coupe: KL model,sedan: KL (LXl model), '97
D16Y8 engine (coupe: allmodels, sedan: KL model. €8-allmodelsl.
ls there continuity?
Check tor rn open in the wires(lGP lines):1. Disconnect the fuel injectorsand IAC valve connectors,2. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).3. Meas u re voltage betweenbody ground and ECM/PCMconnector terminals A11 and424 indivjdually.- Repair open in the wirels)between ECM/PCM (A11,A24land PGM-Fl main relay.- Check for poor connectionsor loose wiras at the PGM-FImain relay,- Test the PGM-FI mdin relavlsee pag6 11-237).
ls there battery vohage?
Check for an open in the wires(LG line3):1. Reconnect all sensor connectors.2. Reconnect the ECM/PCM con-nector D (16P).
3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).4. Measure vo ltage betweenbody ground and ECM/PCMconnector terminals Ag andA22 individually.
Repair open in the wirolglb€twe€n ECM/PCM {A9, A22} andG101 that had more than 1.0 V.
ls there less than 1.0 V?
Substitute 6 known-good ECM/PCM and r€check. lf symptom/indication 9o€s away, replacethe original ECM/PCM.
Engine Control Module/Powertrain Control Module (ECM/pCMl
('96 - 98 Models, '99 - 00 D16Y5 engine with M/Tl (cont,dl
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR D {16P}
Wire side of female terminals
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR A (32P}
Wire side of female terminals
11-110
LG1
VCCl {YEL/RED}
IGP 1{YEL/BLKI
2I11
1213l5t6Itt8t9202321
25272a2930
IGP 2(YEL/BLKIv) (l
{8RN/BLK)
I258tol1'12tt11t5l617t8t920232a
2A2330
LG2{8RN/8LK}

Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor ('96 Models)
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0106: A mechanical problem (vacuum leak) in the
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor system'
TheMAPsensorconvertsmanifoIdabsoIutepressureintoeiectricaIsigna|sandinpUtstheEcM/PcM'
OUTPUTVOLTAGE
(v13.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
0lin. Hgl GAUGE
- The MIL has been reported on- OTC P0106 is storod.- Or from Ptobable Cause Lisl.
Problom verificetion:1. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Pro-
cedure.2. Start the engine and keep
engine speed at 1,000 rpm for
one minute with the transmis'
sion in @ or I Position {Mff
in neutral).
ls DTC P0106 indicated?
Check tor vacuum leakage or
blockage between the MAP sen'
sor and throftle bodyCheck the MAP sensor outPut:
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
3. Check the MAP with the scan
tool.ls there leakage or blockage?
Chock the MAP s€nsol output:
1. Stop the engane.2. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
3. Check the MAP with the scan
tool.
READING300(mm Hgl
(To page 11 116)
{cont'd)ll,(To page 11-116)
1 1-1 15

|'Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) Sensor
(;gg - OO Models except Dl6Y5 engine with M/T)
The scan tool indicates Diagnostrc Trouble Code (DTC) PO1O7: A low input (high vacuuml problem in the
Manifold Absolute Pressure (MAP) sensor'
The MAp sensor converts manifold absolute pressure into electrical signals and inputs the ECM/PCM'
OUTPUTVOLTAGE
lvl3.5
3.0
2.5
2.0
1.5
1.0
0.5
0(in.Hgl GAUGEREAOING(mmHgllq, 2oo 3q, (x, 5q) 6q) 700
MAP SENSOR 3P CONNECTOR IC114)
vccltYEL/RED)
Wire sido of fomalg tormin6ls
.-l
- The MIL h'3 been reported on- OTC P0107 b stor€d.
Problem verilication:
1. Turn the ignition switch ON {ll)
2. check the N4AP with the scan
tool.
lntermittent failuro, 3Ystom is OK
at this time. Ch€ck for Poor con'
nection3 or loose wiros at C111
IMAP sonsorl and ECM/PCM.
ls approx. 101 kPa (760 mmHg,
30 in.Hg)indicated?
Ch.ck for an opcn in wit. {vCC1
linel:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF
2. Disconnect the MAP sensor
connector.3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
4. Measure voltage between the
MAP sensor connector No. 1
terminal and No 2 terminal
Repair opsn in the wirg botween
ECM/PCM (C19) rnd MAP seGor.ls there approx. 5 V?
(To page 11-120)
{cont'd)
1 1-1 19

PGM-FI System
Intake Air Temperature (lAT) Sensor ('96 - 97 Models)
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble code (DTC) P0111: A range/performance problem in the lntake AarTemperature (lAT) Sensor circuit.
The IAT sensor is a temperature dependant resistor (thermistor). The resistance of the thermistor decreases as the intakeair temperature increases as shown below.
RES|STAI{CE {tol
. 32 .. ro. tr. 2r, zaa r..l-20 o 20 /|o ao ao 100 rrotlcl
INTAIG AIR TEMPEMTURE
- The MIL hss beon reported on.- DTC P0111 is stored.- Or from Probable C.use List.
Problem verification:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the IAT sensor 2Pconnector,3. Remove the IAT sensor.4. Reconnect the IAT sensor 2p
5. Leave the IAT sensor exposedto ambaent temperature,6. Turn the ignition switch oN fll).7. Check the IAT with the scantool.
Rsplscg the IAT sensor.
Check tho IAT sensor output:1. Warm the IAT sensor with ahair dryer-2. Check the IAT with the scantool.
Did the IAT rise 2"F (1.C) or morefrom the ambient temperature?Int€rmittont failu.e, system is OKat this time.
Replsce the IAT sensor.
11-124

PGM-FI System
Throttle Position ITP) Sensor ('96 - 98 Models,'99 - 00 D16Y5 engine with M/Tl
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0122: A low voltage problem in the Throttle Position(TP) sensor circuit.
The TP Sensor is a potentiometer. lt is connected to the throttle valve shaft. As the throttle position changes, the throttleposition sensor varies the voltage signal to the ECM/PCM.
OUTPUT VOLTAGE IVI
1
2
1
0
s{i2(GRN/BLKI
THROTTLEOPENING
FULLTHROTTLE
TP SENSOR 3P CONNECTOR ICllOI
vocz(YEL/BLUI
Wire side ot femal6 terminals
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR D IT6PI
SG2 IGRN/ALKI
{To page l1-133)
Terminal side of male terminals
11-132
- Tho MIL h63 boon roportod on.- DTC m122 i. storcd.
Probl6m voritic€tion:1. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
2. Check the throttle positionwith the scan tool.
ls there approx. .49 V whenthe throttle is fully closed andapprox. 4.5 V when the throttleis lully op6ned?
Int..mittent tailura, rFiem ir OKat thit tima. Chock tor Door con-nections or loorc wires !t C110ITP lonrorl .nd ECM/FCM.
Ch6ck lor rn opon in the wire(VCC2linel:
1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect ths TP sensor 3Pconnector.3. Turn the ignition switch ON lll).4, Measure voltage betweenthe TP sensor 3P conn€ctor ter-minals No. l and No.3.
ls there approx. 5 V?
Check for rn opcn in wire IVCC2line):Measure voltage between ECM/PCM conneclor terminals D10 and011.Chock for rn open or 3hort in TPlon30t:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. At the s€nsor side, measureresistance between the TP sen-sor terminals No. 1 and No. 2with the throttle fully closed.
Roplir op€n in thg wiro batwcsnECM/PCM {DlO) rnd TP ren3or.ls there approx.5 V?
Substitut6 r known-good ECM/PCM and rach6ck. lf pro$ribodvohrge i! now avrilablc, replac€tho o.iginel €CM/FCM.
Wire side of female terminals

PGM-FI System
Throttle Position (TPl Sensor ('99 - 00 Models except D16Y5 engine with M/T)
lTO12Z _TI scan tool indicates Diaqnosttc Trouble Code (DTC) P0122: A low voltage problem in the Throttle position- { | r, sensoa crrcurl.
The TP Sensor is a potantiometer. lt is connected to the throttle valve shaft. As the throttle position changes, the throttleposition sensor varies the voltage signal to the ECM/PCM.
ERUSHHOI.DENOUTPUT VOLTAGE (VIBRUSH
BESIS?OF
TERi'I AL
5
4
3
2
1
o
INNERBUS}IINGTHROTTLEOPE II{G
FULLTHROTTLE
TP SENSOR 3P CONNECTOR {Cl1OI
sG2IGRN/8LKIvcc2(YEUBLUI
Wire side of temale terminals
ECM/PCM OONNECTOR C 131P)
Ch.Gk for rn opan or 3hort in TP36nlot:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2, At the sensor side, moasureresistance between the TPsensor 3P connector terminalsNo. 1 and No. 2 with th€ throt,tle fully closed.
(To page 11-135)
- Th. MIL har boon.6portcd on.- DTC P0122 b siored.
Problem verification:1. Start the engine, Hold theengine at 3,000 rpm with noload (in Park or neutral) untilthe radiator fan comes on.then turn the ignition switchOFF,2. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).3. Check the throttle positionwith the scan tool.
ls there approx. .49 V whenthe throttle is fully clos€d andapprox, 4.5 V when the throttleis fully opened?
l||t rmittont failura, lyrtom b OKat thi! tima. Chock tor poor con-nactionr o. looao wires rt C110{TP 3.n!or} rnd ECM/PCM.
Check for an opan or 3hort in thowi.c (VCC2 linc):1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the TP sensor 3Pconnector,3. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).4. Measure voltago betweenthe TP sensor 3P connector terminals No. 1 and No.3.
ls thero approx. 5 V?
Chccl tor .n opln in wiro IVCC2lin€l:Mgasure voltago between ECM/PCM connector terminals C18 and
R.prir opcn in the wiro bctw.enECM/PCM (C281 and TP 3€nror.ls there approx. 5 V?
Subrtituto r known-good ECM/PCM .nd rochcck. lf pro.c.ibedvoltaga i! now available, roplacotho origin.l ECM/PCM.
Wire side ol female terminrls
Terminal side of male terminals
11-134
L

Primary Heated Oxygen Sensor {Primary HO2SI (Sensor 1)
t('96 - 98 Models except Dl6Y5 engine with M/Tl
The Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) detects the oxygen content in the exhaust gas and signals the ECM/PCM. In operation,
the ECM/PCM receives the sjgnals from the sensor and varies the duration during which fuel is injected To stabilize the
sensor,s output, the sensor has an internal heater. The Primary HO2S (Sensor 1) is installed in the exhaust manifold.
HO2S:
VOLTAGE {VI
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0131; A low voltage
Oxygen Sensor (H02S) (Sensor 1) circuit.
R|cH-AIR- - LEANFUELRANO
problem in the Primary Heated
SENSOR
ztRcoNlA
The MIL has be€n teported on.DTC P0131 is siorcd.
Problom verificalion:1. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Pro'
cedure.2. Start the engine. Hold theengine at 3,000 rpm with noload (in Park or neutral) untilthe radiator fan comes on,3. Test-drive with the A/T in Eposition (M/T in 4th gear)
4. Check the Primary HO2S(Sensor 1) output voltage with
the scan tool during accelera-
tion using wide open throttle.
lntcrmift€nt failura, 3Y3tem is OKat this tims. Check for Poor con-nections or loo3e wi.o3 at C123(Primlry HO2S, 3sn3or 1) and
ECM/PCM,
(To page 1I-140)
{cont'd)
1 1-139

PGM-FI System
(From page 11-139)
Check for a shon in the HO2S:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the Primary HO2S(Sensor 1) 4P connector.3. Start the engine and let it idle.4. Check the Primary HO2S(Sensor 1)output voltage withthe scan tool,
Does it stay at 0.1 V or less?
Check for a short in lhe wire(PHO2S linel:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the ECM/PCM con-nector D ('l6P).
3. Check for continuity betweenthe Primary HO2S lsensor 1)4P connector terminal No. 1and body ground.
Repair short in lhe wire b6tw6enECM/rcM (D7) and Primary llO2S{Sensor 1}.
Substitute a known-good ECM/PCM and recheck. ll symptom/indication goes awry, replaco theoriginal ECM/PCM.
Primary Heated Oxygen Sensor (Primary HO2S) (sensor 1l
('96 - 98 Models except Dl6Y5 engine with M/T) (cont'dl
PRIMARY HO2S lsonsor 1l ,tP CONNECTOR lC123l
Wire side of female terminals
11-140