Elect HONDA CIVIC 1996 6.G Repair 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
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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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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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|'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
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- 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)
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Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2SI Heater
('96 - 98 Mbdels,'99 - 00 Dl6Y5 engine with M/Tl
*: p0141 (To page 11-158)**: D'16Y8 engane
The scan tool indicates Diagnostrc Trouble code (DTC) P0135: An electrical probl€m in the Primary Heated
Oxygen Sensor (Primary HOiS) (Sensor 1) Heater system (Except D16Y5 engine with M/T)'
The;can tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble code (DTC) P0141: A problem in the secondary Heated oxygen sensor
(secondarv HO2S) (Sensor 2) Heater circuit.
PRIMARY HO2S (Son.or 1l aP CONNECTOR
SECoNDARY HO2S tsensor 2l ilP CONNECTORT
Terminal side of male terminals
PRIMARY HOzS (SENSOR 1) 4P CONNECTOR ICl23I
SECONDARY HO2S ISENSOR 2) 4P CONNECTOR {C125I*
PO2SHIC, SO2SHTCIBLK/WHT)
Wire side of female terminals
SECONDARY HO2S ISENSOR 2),tP CONNECTOR 1C782)'*
so2sHTC{BLK/WHT)
Wire side oI female terminals
I(cont'd)
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- The MIL h.s boen Jeponed on.- DTC P0135, and/or Polal .re
stoled.
Problem verificationl
1. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Pro-
ceduae,2. Start the enginelniermittent tailura, sYttam i! OK
at thi3 time, Chsck for Poor con'
neciion3 or loose wilG3 at
C131** (locat.d undo. right sido
ot dashl, C{32** (loc.ted under
middle ol dashl, C123 (PrimarY
HO2S. Sansor 1) C125 lc782l*r
{Socondery H02S, Sonsor 2l'
and EcM/PcM.Check for an open or 3hort in tho
HO25:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
2. Disconnect the HO2S (Primary
or Secondary*) (Sensor 1 or
Sensor 2) 4P connector'3. At the Ho2s side, measure
resistance between the HO2S
4P connector terminals No. 3
and No.4.
ls there 10 - 40 0?
Check for continuity between
body ground and the HO2S 4P
connector terminals No. 3 and
No.4 individually
Chock for an oPen ot short in tho
wire |PO2SHTC, SO2SHTC* linol:
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
2. Measure voltage between the
HO2S 4P connector terminalsNo.3 and No.4.
(To page 11'158)

IHeated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) Heater
i'ss - oo Mb-dels except D16Y5 engine with M/Tl
The scan toot indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0135: An electrical problem in the Primary Heated
Oxygen Sensor (Primary ttOiS) (Sensor 1) Heater system {Except D15Y5 engine with M/T)'
The
-scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P0141; A problem in the Secondary Heated Oigen Sensor
(Secondarv HO2S) {Sensor 2) Heater circuit
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Fol11l
lntermiftent failuro, sYstom b OK
at thit limo. Ch6ck lor Poor oon'
nectiont or looso wita! at
C131'* {loc.tod und.t right ido
ol drshl, C432'* (located undel
middlo of dashl, C123 (PrimarY
HOzS, Sensor 1) C125 (Ct82lr'
(socondary HO2S, Sensor 2)t
.nd ECM/PCM.
PRIMAFY HO2S ls.n.or ll rrP CONNECTOR
SECOITIDARY HO2S (Srn.ol21 4P CONNECTOR'
Terminal side of male terminals
PRIMARY HO2S {SENSOR 1} ilP @NI{ECTOR lc123l
sEcoNDARY HO2S ISENSOR 2) aP @NNECTOR (C125)'
3l-, l-tl-t Fo2sHrc. so2sHrc
ver.t l ^-1 .'l {BLK/wHrl
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| --=- Iu----{v)'---..-'
Wire side of {emale terminals
SECO'TIDARY Ho2S (SENSOR 2,
4P CONNESTOR {C7&llt'
so2sHTc(BLKnflHTlIBLK/WHT)
(cont'd)
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Wire side oI female terminals
r: p0141 {To page 11-160}**: D16Yg engine
- The MIL has been reponed on.- DTC P0135. and/or P0141 are
storod.
Problem vorification:1. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Pro-
cedute.2. Stan the englne.
Chock foi an open or short in the
HO25:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF
2. Disconnect the HO2S (Primary
or Secondary*) lSensor 1 or
Sensor 2) 4P connector'
3. At the H02S side, measure
resistance between the HO2S
4P connector terminals No. 3
and No.4.
ls there 10 - 40 n?
Check for continuity between
body ground and the HO2S 4P
connector terminals No. 3 and
No.4 individuallY.
Check for an opon or short in lho
wire (PO2SHTC, SO2SHTC+ line):'1. Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
2. Measure voltage between the
H02S 4P connector termlnalsNo.3 and No.4.
{To page 11-160}

Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2SI Heater (Dl6Y5 engine with M/Tl
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1166: An electrical problem in the Primary Heated
Oxygen Sensor (Primary H02S) Heater system.
PRIMABY HO2S ISENSOR 1I 8P CONNECTOR
Terminal side ofmale terminals
I(cont'd)
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- The MIL has been lePorted
- DTC Pl166 b stored.
Problem verilication:1. Do the ECM Reset Procedure.
2. Start the engine.
Intermitlent failura, sYstem b OK
at this time (te3t drive maY be
ngcessary). Check for poor con-
nections or loose wires between
C145 (Primary HO2S, Sen3or 1l
end ECM.
ls DTC P'l166 indicated?
Check the Primary HO2S (Sensot
1l resistence:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF
2. Disconnect the Primary HO2S(Sensor 1) 8P connector.
3. At the Primary HO2S (Sen
sor 1), measure resistance
between No. 1 and No. 2 ter_
Replace lhe Primery HO2S (Sen-
sor 11.ls there 2 13 O?
Check for a shorted PrimarY
HO2S lsensor 1):Check for continuity between
body ground and each terminal.
Check for a shorted PrimarY
HO2S {S€nsor 1l:
Check for continuity between ter'
minal No. 1 and terminals No.3,
4, 6, 7 and 8 individually.
ls there conlrnuily?
(To page 11'162)

Electrical Load Detector (ELDI {'96 - 98 Models,'tn - 00 D16Y5 engine with M/T}
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble code (DTC) P1297: A low voltage problem in the Electrical Load
Detector (ELD) circuit.
ELD 3P CONNECTOR (c35'rl
l-- ,ll l2l3l--f ..
ao (GRN/REDI
Y
ECM/PCM CONNECTOR O I16PI
Wire side of female terminals
Problem verification:'!. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Pro-
cedure.2. Sta rt the engine
3. Turn on headlightslntermittent tailure, sYstem is OK
at this time. Check for Poor con-
nection3 or loose wires at C131
tlocated under righl side of da3h).
C354 (ELDIand ECM/PCM.
ls DTC P1297 indicated?
Ch.ck lor short in the ELD:
Measure voltage between body
ground and the ELD 3P connector
terminal No.3.
ls there approx.4 5 V?
Check for a short in tho wile (EL
linel:1. Turn the ignition switch OFF'
2. Disconnect the ECM/PCM con
nector D (16P)
3. Check for continuity between
body ground and ECM/PCM
connector terminal D16
R6pair short in the wire between
ECM/PCM (D161and ELD.
Substitute a known-good ECM/
PCM and recheck lf symplom/
indication goes awaY, rePlace
the original ECM/PCM
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PGM-Fl System
Elestrical Load Detector |ELD) t'glf - 00 Models except D16y5 engine with M/Tl
The scan tool indicates Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P'1297; A low voltage probtem in the Electrical LoadDetector (ELD) circuit.
ELD 3P CONNECTOR tC354)
EL{GRN/REOI
ECM/PCM CONNECTOB A I32PI
Wire side of lemale terminals
Problem verilication:1. Do the ECM/PCM Reset Pro-cedure.2. Sta rt the engine.3. Turn on headlights.
Inlermittont failur6. systom i3 OKat this time, Chock tor ooor con-nestions or loose wires at C131(locrted undor ight side ot d.shl,C354 (ELDI and ECM/PCM.
Check for short in th6 ELD:Measure voltage between bodyground and the ELD 3P connectorterminal No.3.
ls there approx. 4.5 V?
Check to. a short in the wne (ELlinel:'L Turn the ignition switch OFF.2. Disconnect the ECM/PCM con-nector A (32P).
3. Check tor continuity betlveenbody ground and ECM/PCMconnector terminal A30.
Repair short in the wile betweenECM/PCM lA30) and ELD.ls there continuity?
Sub3titute a known-good ECM/PCM and rech€ck. It symptom/indication goes away. replacethe o.iginal ECM/PCM.
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Elestrical Load Detector (ELD) f96 - 98 Models''99 - 00 D16Y5 engine with M/T)
ThescantoolindicatesDiagnosticTroubleCode(DTC)P1298:AhighvoltageproblemintheElectricalLoad
Detector (ELD) circuit
ELD 3P CONNECTOR {G's'I
Wire side ol female terminals
EL IGFN/REDI
Problom vcrificttion:
1. Do the EcM/PClVl Reset Pro-
cedure,2. Start the engine.
3. Turn on headlights.lntarmitt..rt l.ilur., ryttcm b OK
.t thia tim. Ch.ck lor Poo' con-
nections or looaa wir.3 at C131
lbcd.d und.r right ide ol dalhl'
Gl5a {EU)} .nd ECM/PCIYI
ls DTC P1298 indicated)
Ch.ck lor tn oPan in tho wir'
(lGl linol:1. Turn the ignition and head'
liohts OFF2. D]""onn""t the ELD 3P con_
nector-3. Turn the ignition switch ON {ll)'
4. Measure voltage between body
ground and the ELD 3P connec
tor terminal No. '1.
R.oair ogan in tha wira Mw"n
ru". rs ltTEnrlton SP SelSOn
t?.5 A, fu!. in th. undcr-dr3h
tu3e/r.l!Y box .nd ELD.
Chcck lor tn oP.h in thc wire
{GND lincl:1. Turn the ignition switch and
headlights OFF.
2. Disconnect the ELD 3P con_
nector'3. Check for continuity between
body ground and the ELD 3P
connecto. terminal No 2
Raprir opcn in the wira bstwt€n
ELD conncctor lnd G/O2.
Ch.ck lor !n oplo in tha wirc IEL
lin.l:Check for continuity between the
ELD 3P connector terminal No 3
and ECM/PCM connector termi
nal D'16.
Rapaii opcn in the wira b€tw"n
ECM/FCM (I)161 .nd th. ELD'
Ch.d( fo. r m.llunction in thc ELD:
1. Reconnect the ELD 3P con'
2. Start th€ engine and allow it
to idle.3. Wh ile measuring voltage
beNveen ECM/PCM connector
terminals D16 and A9, turn
the headlights on {low).
Does the voltage droP?
Sub3titut. . known_good ECM/
PCM .nd rcch.ct. lt sYmptom/
indication goas away/ iapllc'
thc origin.l ECM/PCM
wire side of lemale termrnals
Wire side of Iemale terminals
t'a
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ldle Control System
System Description
The idle speed ot the engine is controlled by the ldle Air Control (lAC) Valve.The valve changes the amount of air bypassing into the intake manifold in response to electric current controlled bv theECM/PCM. When the IAC Valve is activated, the valve opens lo maintain the proper idle speed.
D16Y5, D16Y8, Br6A2 engine (M/T):
(ROTARYItac vat-vEEI{GINEcooLAI{T
VARIOUSsEI{SORS
VARIOUSSENSORS
INTAKE MANIFOTDDl6Ys {CVTl, D16Y8 engine lA/T):
D16Y7 engine:
{ROTABY)
;iy--, - --- INTAKEMANIFOLD
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