Honda HR-V: ECON Switch Test

Test

1. Driver's Dashboard Lower Cover - Remove

2. ECON Switch - Test

1. Check the ECON switch (A) according to the table.

NOTE:

• When an LED is located between terminals, check if the LED illuminates by connecting power and ground to the LED.
• Note this important operating characteristic; diode bias causes a diode to fully conduct electricity in one direction (forward), while not at all in the opposite direction (reverse).

2. If the result is not as specified, replace the ECON switch.

3. All Removed Parts - Install

1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.

GAUGE CONTROL MODULE INPUT TEST

NOTE:

• Before testing, do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function, and make sure the B-CAN communication lines are OK.
• If you are troubleshooting multiple DTCs, be sure to follow the instructions in B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Refer to: Body Electrical Troubleshooting - B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A - Initial Communication and DTC Checks,.
• Before testing, make sure the No. B21 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box is OK.
• Before testing, make sure the No. C34 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box is OK.

1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode
2. Disconnect the gauge control module connector A (32P).

3. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact:
   • If the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
   • If the terminals are OK, go to step 4.
4. With the connector still disconnected, do the following input tests:
   • If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
   • If all the input tests prove OK, go to step 5.

*: With dashlights brightness control

5. Reconnect the connector, and do the following input tests:
   • If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
   • If all the input tests prove OK, replace the gauge control module.

*1: With dashlights brightness control*2: Canada model

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