check engine HONDA INTEGRA 1998 4.G Workshop Manual

1. Disconnect the 3P connector from the vehicle speed
sensor (VSSl.
2. Remove the two mounting bolts, then remove the
VSS.
3P CONNECTOR
BOLT9.8 N.m(1.O kgf.m,22 tbt,ltl
DRIVE LINK
3.Install in the reverse order of removal.
NOTE: The VSS drive link is a very small part;
careful not to lose it.
DC
Vehicle Speed Sensor (VSS)
Engine Oil Pressure
lndicator System
ReplacementEngine Oil Pressure Switch Test
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1 . Remove the YEL/RED wire trom the engine oil pres-
sure swlrcn.
ENGINE OIL PBESSURE SWITCH
Check for continuity between the positive terminal
and the engine (ground) with the ignition switch OFF.
a lf there is continuity, go to step 3.
a lf there is no continuity, replace the switch.
Check lor continuity again, this time with the engine
running.
a lf there is continuity, go to step 4.
a lf there is no continuity, the switch is OK.
Make sure engine oil level is OK, then check engine
oil pressure (see section 8).
a lf engine oil pressure is OK, replace the switch.
a lf engine oil pressure is low, check the engine oil
pump (see section 8) and, iI necessary, replace it.
2.
3.
POSITIVE TERMINAL

Engine Coolant Temperature (ECT) Gauge
Gauge Test
NOTE: Refer to page 23-123 for the wiring description of
the engine coolant temperature (ECT) gauge circuit dia-
gram.
1. Check the No. 25 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash
fuse/relay box before testing.
2. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF, then discon-
nect the YEL/GRN wire trom the ECT gauge send-
ing unit and ground it with a jumper wire.
YEL/GRN WIRESENDING UNIT
Turn the ignition switch ON (ll).
Check that the pointer of the ECT gauge starts mov-
ing toward the "H" mark.
CAUTION: Turn the ignition switch OFF before the
pointer reaches "H" on the gauge dial. Failure to do
so may damage the gauge.
a lf the pointer of the gauge does not move at all,
check lor an open in the YEL or YEL/GRN wire.
lf the wires are OK, replace the ECT gauge.
a lf the ECT gauge works, test the ECT sending
unrt.
ECT Sending Unit Test
Disconnect the YEL/GRN wire from the ECT send-
ing unit.
With the engine cold, use an ohmmeter to measure
resistance between the positive terminal and the en-
gine (ground).
Check the temperature ol the coolant.
Run the engine and measure the change in resistance
with the engine at operating temperature (the radi-
ator fan comes on).
5. It the obtained readings are substantially different
from the sDecifications above, replace the ECT send-
Ing unrt.
POSITIVE TERMINAL
Temperature133oF (56oC)1850F (85.C)-
212.F (100'C)
Resistance {O)13746-30
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Replacement
1. Remove the console. then disconnect the 14P con-
nector from the switch.
2. Remove the two console switch mounting nuts.
3.
1.
Position the switch slider to "Neutral" as shown
above.
Move the shitt lever to "Neutral", then slip the
switch into position.
Attach the switch with the two nuts.
Test the switch in the @ and I position of the shift
lever. The engine should start when the shift lever
is in position E anywhere in the range of free play.
Connect the l4P connector, clamp the harness and
install the console.
5.
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A/T Gear Position SwitchA/T Gear Position Switch
Adjustment
1. Shitt to the @ position, and loosen the nuts.
2. Slide the switch in the direction of @ position
lwithin 2.0 mm (O.079 in.)l so that there is continuity
between the "A" and "L" terminals in the range oI
free play oI the shift lever.
3. Recheck for continuity between each of the ter-
manals.
NOTE:
a ll adjustment is not possible, check for damage
to the shift lever detent and/or the bracket. lf
there is no damage, replace the console switch.
a The engine should start when the shift lever is in
position S in the range of free play.
E position
)
LOCK PIN
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NUTS
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Integrated Control Unit
Circuit Diagram
Description
An integrated control unit, located in lhe left kick panel, integrates the lunctions of the key-in/seat belt r€minder , side
marker light llasher, wiper/washer, lights-on reminder, rear window delogger timer, brake system light bulb check, and
engine oil pressure indicator flasher circuits.
NOTE: Different wires with the same color have been given a nu mber suflix to distinguish them (for example,
GRN/RED I and GRN/RED' are not the same).
REAR WINDOWDEFOGGERRELAYREAF WINDOWDEFOGGENIND CATORL GHT
f-7
IIBLU/YEL
WHT/ BLK
WHT/ REO
+WHT
WNDSHIELDWIPERiWASHER SWITCH
INT OFF/INT
f7 f7
tltlYEUBLU 8LU/GRN
BLUMHT
J
wtN0sHr€10WIPERMOTOR
UNDER.DASH FUSARETAY BOX
F rmecnlleo counoL ultr
YEUBLU
rYEUBLU
YEUREO YEUREO
tl
IYEURED
LOWENGINEOIIPRESSUREINOICATOBLIGHT
; WINDSHIELD' WIPERMASHERI swlTcH
tf7IVtlYEL
J
FEARwtN00wOEFOGGERSWITCH
WHTIBLU
J
VOTTAGEREGULATOR(ln allernatol)
BLK
G441
ENGINEolLPRESSUREswrTcH
UNDER-NOOO FUSE/RELAY BOX
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Integrated Control Unit
lnput Test (cont'd)
YEL/BLU
View from wire side
'With combined washer-wiper operation
Engine Oil Pressure Indicator Flasher System:
Wire/
No. TerminalTest condition
Key-in/Seat Belt Reminder System:
No. WileTest condition
Testi Desired result
Test: Desired result
Possible cause if result is not obtainsd
Possible cause if fesult is not obtained
*BLK/GRN
1Engine runningCheck for voltage to ground:
There should be battery voltage.
. Faulty charging system. An open in the wire
2YEL/RED
lgnition switch OFFCheck for continuity to ground:
There should be continuity.
. Faulty engine oil pressure switch. An open in the wire
lgnition switch ON (ll)Check indicator light. It the light
does not come on, attach the
YEL/RED terminal to groundl
The light should come on as the
ignition switch is turned ON.
. Blown bulb. An open in the wire
Start the engine.Check tor voltage to ground:
There should be battery voltage
lnsufticient oil
lmproper lubrication
Faulty engine oil pressure switch
1GRN/BLUDriver's door openCheck for continuity to ground:
There should be continuity.
. Faulty driver's door switch. An open in the wire
2
LT GRN/
RED
Front passenger's door
swrlcn open
NOTE: Before testing,
remove No. 43 {7.5 A)
fuse from the under-
hood fuse/relay box.
Check for continuity to ground:
There should be continuity.
. Faulty front passenger's door switch'An open in the wire
3LT BLU
lgnition key inserted
into the ignition switch
Check for voltage to ground:
There should be 1 V or less.
Faulty ignition key switch
Poor ground (G2O1, G401 l
An open in the wire
4RED/BLU
lgnition switch ON (lll
and driver's seat belt
unbuckled
Check for voltage to ground:
There should be 1 V or less.
Faulty seat belt switch
Poor ground (G551l
An open in the wire
NOTE: Refer to page 23-133 for the seat belt switch test.

Cruise Control
- Control Unit InputTest(cont'dl
IBLKUnder all conditionsCheck for continuity to ground:
There should be continuity.
. Poor ground (G20l, G401). An open in the wire
2BLK/YEL
lgnition switch ON {ll}Check for voltage to ground:
There should be battery voltage.
. Blown No. l4 (7.5 Alfuse in the
under-dash fuse/relay box. An open in the wire
3LT GRNlgnition switch ON (ll)
and main switch ON
Check for voltage to ground:
There should be battery voltage.
. Faulty main swjtch. An open in the wire
GRY
lgnition switch ON (ll),
main switch ON and
brake pedal pushed,
then released
Check for voltage to ground:
There should be O V with the
pedal pushed and battery
voltage with the pedal released.
. Faulty brake switch. An open in the wire
5GRN/WHT
Brake pedal pushed,
then released
Check for voltage to ground:
There should be battery voltage
with the pedal pushed, and 0 V
with the pedal released.
Blown No. 52 (20 A)fuse in the
under-hood fuse/relay box
Faulty brake switch
An open in the wire
6RED/BLU
lgnition switch ON (ll)Connect to ground: lndicator
light in the gauge assembly
comes on.
Blown bulb
Blown No. 25 (7.5 A)fuse in the
under-dash fuse/relay box
Faulty dimming circuit in the gauge
assembly
An open in the wire
7LT GRN/
BLK
RESUME button
pushed
Check tor voltage to ground:
There should be battery voltage.
Faulty SET/RESUME switch
Faulty cable reel
An open in the wire8LT GRN/
RED
SET button pushed
IPNK
MT/: Clutch pedal
released
A/Tr Shift lever in [2l,
[Dl]. o, [o'l
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Check for continuity to ground:
There should be continuity.
NOTE: There should be no con-
tinuity when the clutch pedal is
depressed or when the shift
lever is in other positions.
Faulty or misadjusted clutch switch(M/T)
Faulty A/T gear position switch(A/T)
Poor ground (G201,G401)
An open in the wire
't0BLUStart the engine.Check lor voltage to ground:
There should be voltage.
. Faulty ignition system or ECM. An open in the wire
't1ORN
lgnition switch ON (ll)
and main switch ON;
raase the front of the
car, rotate one wheel
slowly.
Check for voltage between the
ORN @ and BLK O terminals:
There should be 0- about
5 V-O- about 5 V repeatedly.
. Faulty vehicle speed sensor {VSS). An open in the wire
BRN/WHTConnect battery power
to the BRN/WHT
terminal and ground to
the BRN/BLK terminal.
Check the sound of the actuator
motor: You should hear the mo-
tor running smoothly.
. Faulty actuator. An open in the wire
BRNi BLK
Connect battery power
to the BRN/RED
Iermrnal.
Check the operation of the mag-
netic clutch: Clutch should click
and output link should be locked.
Faulty actuator
An open in the wire
Poor ground (G30'l)
No. Wire Test conditionTest: Desiled result Possible cause il lesult is not obtained
' 4 I BRN/RED
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Cruise Gontrol
1.
Actuatol Assembly Test
Disconnect the 4P connector from the actuator.
Check that the output linkage moves smoothly.
Connect battery power to the D terminal and ground
to the A terminal.
ACTUATOR
Check tor a clicking sound from the magnetic clutch.
and that the output linkage is locked. lf the outputlinkage is not locked, replace the actuator assembly.
Check the operation of the actuator moror In eacn
output linkage position according to the table (you
should be able to hear the motor).
FULLY CLOS€D
2.
3.
3.
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Actuator Cable Adjustment
Check that the actuator cable operates smoothly
without binding or sticking.
Start the engine, and warm it up to normal operat-
ing temperature (radiator fans come on twice).
Measure how far the output linkage moves from thefully closed position. Free play should be 11 t 1,5mm (0.43 t 0.06 in).
FREE PLAY:1M.5 mm (0.43 1 0.06 in)
FULLY CLOSED POSITTON
4. lf the free play is not within specs, loosen the lock-
nut, and turn the adjusting nut as required.
NOTE: It necessary, check the throttle cable (see
section 1 1), then recheck the output linkage lreeplay.
5. Retighten the locknut, and recheck the free play.
^ffi"
c17i l,io
Battery
polaritiesOutput linkage
position
ooFULLY
CLOSED
MIDDLE
POSITION
FULLY
OPEN
c
Terminal
B
Terminal
The
moror
runs.
The
molor
runs.
The
motor
stops.
B
Terminal
c
Terminal
The
motor
stops.
The
motor
runs.
The
motor
runs.
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Circuit ldentification for In'Line and Fuse Box Connectors
tuse the chart (on page 204, sample below) to help diagnose multiple symptoms in separate
circuits which could be caused by a single problem in a connect,oishared by those circuits'
Here's how that chart could help you find such a problem:
1. Pick one of the multiple symptoms and look up the schematic for that circuit'
2. Make a list of all in-lrne and fuse box connectors in that schematic (include page numbers).
3. Then, in the chart, look up each connector on your list to see if circuits related to the other
symptoms run through one of them. lf they do, inspect that connector for the problem.
Example: The horn, A,/C, and the right headlight don't work. List all in-line and fuse box
connectors in the horn circuit and then check the chart (sample below). You find that C211 is
common to the A,/C circuit and the headlight circuit, so you inspect c211 and find the problem:
bent terminals.
)Connector
(6 or more
cavities)
Numbel of
Cavities - Color
1O-GRY
I 12-GRY
I
Wire
Harnesses
I Main/ | ComP er 'ror c.ntrols,
I Dashboard I
Circuits
Ant!lock brake system (ABS), Cruise control,
Programmed {uel injection system (PGM-FD
!ngrnei
lvlain
lgnition system
Antilock brake system (ABS), BIower controls, Fans,
Wiper/washer
lgnition system, Starting system
Blower controls, Compressor controls, Headlights'
Horns, Vehicle speed sensor (VSS), Wiper/washer
Programmed fuel injection system (PGM-Fl)'
Starting system
Engine/ |Main I
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How To Use This Manual
Test Equipment
lf, in addition, you need to know exactly how
much resistance there is between two ooints.
use a digital volVohmmeter (DVOM).
In the "oHMS" range, the DVOM will show
resistance between two points along a circuit.
Low resistance means good continuity.
Diodes and solid-state devices in a circuit can
make a DVOM give a false reading. To check
a reading, reverse the leads, and take a
second reading. lf the readings differ, the
component is affecting the measurement.
Jumper Wire
Use a jumper wire to bypass an open circuit.
A jumper wire is made up of an in-line f use
holder connected to a set of test leads. lt
should have a tive ampere fuse. Never
connect a jumper wire across a short circuit.
The direct battery short will blow the fuse.
Short Finder (Short Circuit Locater)
Shoft linders are available to locate shorts to
ground. The short finder creates a pulsing
magnetic field in the shorted circuit which you
can follow to the location of the short. lts use
is explained on page 15.
SHORT FINDER
To order any test equipment shown above,
contact your local tool supplier. For a list of
suppliers and tool numbers, refer to Acura
Required Special Tools and Equipment
Service Bulletin.
Troubleshooting Precautions
Before Troubleshooting
1. Check the main fuse and the fuse box.
2. Check the battery for damage. state of
charge, and clean and tight connections.
CAUTION:
. Do not quick-charge a battery unless
the battery ground cable has been
disconnected, or you will damage the
alternator diodes.
. Do not attempt to crank the engine with
the ground cable disconnected or you
will severely damage the wiring.
While You're Working
1. Make sure connectors are clean, and have
no loose terminals or receotacles.
2. Make sure multiple terminal connectors are
packed with dielectric (silicone) grease.
Part Number: 08798-9001 .
Pack with dielectric (silicone) grease
When connecting a connector, push it until it
clicks into olace.
Do not pull on the wires when
disconnecting a connector. Pull
only on the connector housings.
Most circuits include solid-state
devices. Test the voltages in these
circuits only with a 1o-megaohm or
higher impedance digital multimeter.
Never use a test light or analog meter
on circuits that contain solid-state
devices. Damage to the devices
may result.
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Ground-to-Components I ndex
NOTE: All ground wires are BLK unless otherwise noted.
GroundPageComponents or Circuit Grounded
Battery (BLIVYEL)
--t'I Valve cover (BRN)
G101t.+
and
14-1
Daia link connector (BRN/BLK), Engine or powertrain controt module (pct and pG2
are BLK; LG1 and LG2 are BRN/BLR, IAB controt solenoid valve (GS-B),
lmmobilizer receiver unit ('00 Model) (BRN/BLR, PGM-Ft main retay, Radiator fan
switch, Transmission control module ('98.99 Models with MD (2 BRN/BLK wires),
Vehicle speed sensor, WEC pressure switch (GS-R, Type-R)
Shielding between the ECM or PCM and these components (all have BRAIDED wires):
CKF sensor, Primary and secondary heated oxygen sensors, Knock sensor (GS-R,
Type-R), TDC/CKP/CYP sensor
Shielding between the TCM ('98-'99 Models) or PCM ('00 Model) and these components(all have BRAIDED wires): Countershaft speed sensor, Mainshaft speed sensor
G1s1 ii Condenser fan motor
Brake fluid level switch, Cruise control actuator, Left front parking/turn signal light, Left
front side marker light, Left headlight, Power steering pressure switch (USA), Rear
window washer motor (Hatchback), Windshield washer motor, Windshield wiper motor
14-3
Blower motor relay, ELD unit, Badiator fan motor, Right front parking/turn signal light,
Right front side marker light, Right headlight.....plus everything grounded through G401
ABS fail-safe relay, ABS pump motor
G40114-4
ano
l4-c
A,/T gear position switch, Cigarette lighter, Clutch switch (M,/T), Ctock, Ctutch interlock
switch (MfD, Combination wiper switch (2 wires), Cruise control main switch, Cruise
control unit, Dash lights brightness controller, Data link connector, Daytime running
lights control unit (Canada), Front passenger's door key cylinder switch, Frontpassenger's door lock switch, Gauge assembly (2 wires), Glove box light, Heater
control panel, Heater tan switch, lgnition key switch, Integrated control unit, Interlock
control unit (AfI), Maintenance reminder unit, Mode control motor, Moonroof relay,
Moonroof switch, Parking pin switch (AfD, Power window relay, Rear window defogger
switch, Service check connector, Turn signal/hazard relay.....plus everything grounded
throuoh G201
Driver's door key cylinder switch, Driver's door lock actuator, Drivels door lock switch,Driver's seat belt switch, Fuel pump (BLI(/WHT), Fuel tank unit (BLI(/WHT), power doorlock control unit, Power mirror switch, Power window master switch (2 wires)
Hatch key cylinder switch, Hatch latch switch, Hatch opener actuator, Hatch ooener
switch, Left and right back-up lights, Left and right brake light/taillights, Lett and right
rear parking lights, Left and right rear turn signal lights, License plate lights, power
antenna motor, Trailer lighting connector..... plus everything grounded through G751
6-6
'14-8G503
(Sedan)
High mount brake light, Left and right back-up lights, Lett and right inner brake tighv
taillights, Left and right outer brake light/taittights, Left and right rear parking tights, Leftand right rear turn signal lights, License plate lights, Rear window detogger, Trailer
lighting connector, Trunk latch switch