Honda HR-V: DTC Troubleshooting 53-11: Motor Relay Stuck ON
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then to the ON mode.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 53-11 indicated?
YES
The failure is duplicated. Go to step 2.
NO
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent
failures troubleshooting.
2. Open wire check (GND line):
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Disconnect the following connector.
VSA modulator-control unit 21P connector
- Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.
Is there continuity?
YES
The GND wire is OK. Go to step 3.
NO
Repair an open in the GND wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and
body ground (G202).
3. VSA modulator-control unit check (update):
- Reconnect the following connector.
VSA modulator-control unit 21P connector
- Update the VSA modulator-control unit if it does not have the latest
software.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then to the ON mode.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 53-11 indicated?
YES
Check for loose terminals in the VSA modulator-control unit 21P connector. If
the VSA modulator-control
unit was updated and the symptom/indication is still present, replace the VSA
modulator-control
unit.
NO
Troubleshooting is complete. If any other DTCs are indicated, go to the
indicated DTCs troubleshooting.
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NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle to the OFF (
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle to the OFF (
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Problem verification:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle to the OFF (
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NOTE: Examples used in this article are general in nature and do not
necessarily relate
to a specific engine or system. Illustrations and procedures have been chosen
to guide mechanic through engine overhaul process. Descriptions of processes
of cleaning, inspection, assembly and machine shop pract
NOTE:
Air temperature must be between 59-100ºF (15-38ºC) during this
procedure.
After the inspection, you must reset the PCM. Otherwise, the PCM will
continue to stop the fuel
injectors from operating.
The 12 volt battery must be in good condition and fully charged.
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