Honda Accord: DTC Troubleshooting Index - Fuel and Emissions Systems - Fuel and Emissions - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: DTC Troubleshooting Index

NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with


NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with the HDS. Some automatic transmission DTCs cause the MIL to come on. If the MIL is on and no DTCs are indicated in the PGM-FI system, select the A/T system, and check for automatic transmission DTCs.

*: These DTCs are indicated by a blinking MIL when the SCS line is jumped with the HDS. Some DTCs do not cause the MILto blink when the SCS line is jumped. The last four characters of these DTCs are shown in the gauge display.

* 1 : A/T

*2: M/T

*3: '08-09 models

*4:'10 model

*5: All models except PZEV

*6: PZEV model

NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with


NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with the HDS. Some automatic transmission DTCs cause the MIL to come on. If the MIL is on and no DTCs are indicated in the PGM-FI system, select the A/T system, and check for automatic transmission DTCs

*: These DTCs are indicated by a blinking MIL when the SCS line is jumped with the HDS. Some DTCs do not cause the MIL to blink when the SCS line is jumped. The last four characters of these DTCs are shown in the gauge display.

*1: A/T

*2: M/T

*3: '08-09 models

*4: '10 model

*5: All models except PZEV

*6: PZEV model

NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with


NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with the HDS. Some automatic transmission DTCs cause the MIL to come on. if the MIL is on and no DTCs are indicated in the PGM-FI system, select the A/T system, and check for automatic transmission DTCs.

*: These DTCs are indicated by a blinking MIL when the SCS line is jumped with the HDS. Some DTCs do not cause the MIL to blink when the SCS line is jumped. The last four characters of these DTCs are shown in the gauge display.

*1:A/T

*2: M/T

*3: '08-09 models

*4:'10 model

*5: All models except PZEV

*6: PZEV model

NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with


NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with the HDS. Some automatic transmission DTCs cause the MIL to come on. If the MIL is on and no DTCs are indicated in the PGM-FI system, select the A/T system, and check for automatic transmission DTCs.

*: These DTCs are indicated by a blinking MIL when the SCS line is jumped with the HDS. Some DTCs do not cause the MIL to blink when the SCS line is jumped. The last four characters of these DTCs are shown in the gauge display.

* 1 : A/T

*2: M/T

*3: '08-09 models

*4: '10 model

*5: All models except PZEV

*6: PZEV model

NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with


NOTE: The above DTCs are indicated when the PGM-FI system is selected with the HDS. Some automatic transmission DTCs cause the MIL to come on. If the MIL is on and no DTCs are indicated in the PGM-FI system, select the A/T system, and check for automatic transmission DTCs.

*: These DTCs are indicated by a blinking MIL when the SCS line is jumped with the HDS. Some DTCs do not cause the MILto blink when the SCS line is jumped. The last four characters of these DTCs are shown in the gauge display.

* 1 : A/T

*2:M/T

*3: '08-09 models

*4:'10 model

*5: All models except PZEV

*6: PZEV model

    General Troubleshooting Information
    Intermittent Failures The term Intermittent failure means a system may have had a failure, but it checks OK now. If the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) on the dash does not come on, check for poo ...

    Symptom Troubleshooting Index
    When the vehicle has one of these symptoms, check for a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) with the HDS. If there is no DTC, do the diagnostic procedure for the symptom, in the sequence listed, until yo ...

    See also:

    VTC Actuator Inspection
    1. Remove the cam chain (see page 6-62). 2. Loosen the rocker arm adjusting screws (see step 2 on page 6-81). 3. Remove the camshaft holder (see step 3 on page 6-81). 4. Remove the intake c ...

    Rear Window Replacement
    NOTE: - Put on gloves to protect your hands. - Wear eye protection while cutting the glass adhesive with a piano wire. - Use seat covers to avoid damaging any surfaces. - Do not damage the ...

    Owner’s Maintenance Checks
    You should check the following items at the specified intervals. If you are unsure of how to perform any check, turn to the appropriate page listed. Engine oil level Check every time you fi ...