Honda Accord: DTC Troubleshooting
DTC B1280:
Turn Signal Switch Circuit Malfunction
NOTE: If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see page 22-134).
1. Clear the DTCs with the HDS.
2. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0) and then back to ON (II).
3. Operate the turn signal switch in left and right positions, and wait for at least 6 seconds.
4. Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC B1280 indicated? YES
-Go to step 5, NO
-lntermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
Check for loose or poor connections.
5. Select LIGHTING fromthe BODY ELECTRICAL system select menu, then enter the DATA LIST.
6. Check each turn signal switch position value with the DATA LIST menu.
When the turn signal switch is in left position
When the turn signal switch is in right position
Are ail data list values correct?
YES
-Faulty driver's MICU; replace the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box, USA models (see page 22-86), Canada models (see page 22-87).
NO
-Go to step 7.
7. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
8. Disconnect the combination light switch 12P connector.
9. Disconnect driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector R (24P).
10. Check for continuity between body ground and driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector R (24P) terminals No. 13 and No. 14 individually.
D R I V E R ' S U N D E R - D A S H F U S E / R E L A Y B OX C O N N E C T O R R (24P)
Wire side of female terminals
Is there continuity? YES
-Repair a short to ground in the wire.
NO
-Go to step 11.
11. Check for continuity between driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector R (24P) terminals No. 13 and No. 14.
D R I V E R ' S U N D E R - D A S H F U S E / R E L A Y B OX C O N N E C T O R R (24P)
Wire side of female terminals
Is there continuity? YES
-Repair a short between the w i r e s . NO
-Replace the combination light switch (see page 22-232).
Circuit Diagram
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MICU Input Test
NOTE:
• Before testing, troubleshoot the multiplex
integrated control unit first, using B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A
(see page 22-134).
• Before testing, make sure the No. 5 (7. ...
See also:
Cruise Control Combination
Switch Test/Replacement
SRS components are located in this area. Review the
SRS component locations:
2-door fsee page 24-23)
4-door (see page 24-21)
Precautions and procedures (see page 24-25), in the SRS
before d ...
Towing
If the vehicle needs to be towed, call a professional
towing service. Never tow the vehicle behind another
vehicle with just a rope or chain It is very dangerous.
Emergency Towing
There are three ...
Front Door Sash Outer Trim
Replacement
NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the door.
- 4-door is shown; 2-door is similar.
1. Remove the door outer molding (see page 20-36).
2. Pull up the door sash outer trim (A) to release the
ho ...