Adaptive Damper System

Adaptive Damper System Description - Components 8399 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...
Adaptive Damper System Description - Components
Damper Unit
The adaptive damper passes the electric current that has been adjusted by the adaptive damper control unit, to the coil to operate the
valves. The solenoid valves open depending on the amount of electric current. Since the amount of oil changes depending on the
driving condition, an optimal damping force can be generated.
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Adaptive Damper System Description - Components
Damper Unit
The adaptive damper passes the electric current that has been adjusted by the adaptive damper control unit, to the coil to operate the
valves. The solenoid valves open depending on the amount of electric current. Since the amount of oil changes depending on the
driving condition, an optimal damping force can be generated.
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Acceleration Sensor
The acceleration sensor detects acceleration value of vertical direction on each position.
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Suspension Stroke Sensor
Each suspension stroke sensors are located on the suspension and detects the stroke amount.
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Adaptive Damper System Description 8397 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...
Adaptive Damper System Description
Overview
The adaptive damper system provides optimal damping force for all driving conditions by adjusting the damping force of each damper
independently, improving the driving performance.
The system is controlled by the adaptive damper control unit.
With the adaptive damper system, roll-, pitch-, and yaw- motion of the vehicle can be controlled resulting in different driving
characteristics.
The adaptive damper control unit controls each damper solenoid with vehicle motion signals from other control units.
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Components
The adaptive damper system consists of the following primary components:
Adaptive damper control unit
Adaptive damper units
Acceleration sensors
Suspension stroke sensors
System warning
For locations of each component on the vehicle, refer to Component Location Index, and for functions of the system warning, refer to
How to Troubleshoot the Adaptive Damper System.
Control
The adaptive damper adjusts the damping force as in the following graph, depending on the change of the amount of electric current
output from the adaptive damper control unit.
Damping Force Characteristics Image
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Integrated Drive-Mode System
The adaptive damper system has three control modes which correspond to the integrated drive-mode signal sent from the PCM via
F-CAN. The ride control of the adaptive damper system by the Integrated drive-mode is shown below.

COMFORT SPORT +R
Adaptive Damper System
Float Flat Robust
Ride Control
Fail Safe Mode
Depending on the severity of the error, the adaptive damper system will switch to one of four possible fail safe modes. In case of each
fail safe mode a DTC is stored in the adaptive damper control unit.
Fail Safe Failure State Action Failure

Mode Indication
A Power source (IG) failure The current for all dampers is ON
switched off.
Control unit failure
Damper unit failure
B SVCC voltage upper limit failure A fixed current (0.4 A) is set for all ON
dampers.
Vertical acceleration sensor failure
Stroke sensor failure
C Power source (+B) failure A fixed current (0.4 A) is set for all OFF
dampers.
CAN communication failure (except driving mode
signal)
D CAN communication failure (driving mode signal) The control mode is fixed in that mode OFF
when the failure occurred.
NOTE: The failure state is an outline and some examples.
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Adaptive Damper System Description
Overview
The adaptive damper system provides optimal damping force for all driving conditions by adjusting the damping force of each damper
independently, improving the driving performance.
The system is controlled by the adaptive damper control unit.
With the adaptive damper system, roll-, pitch-, and yaw- motion of the vehicle can be controlled resulting in different driving
characteristics.
The adaptive damper control unit controls each damper solenoid with vehicle motion signals from other control units.
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Components
The adaptive damper system consists of the following primary components:
Adaptive damper control unit
Adaptive damper units
System warning
For locations of each component on vehicle, refer to Component Location Index, and for functions of system warning, refer to How to
Troubleshoot the Adaptive Damper System.
Control
The adaptive damper adjusts the damping force as in the following graph, depending on the change of the amount of electric current
output from the adaptive damper control unit.
In the integrated drive-mode system is in SPORT mode, the adaptive damper adjusts the damping force higher than NORMAL mode.
Adaptive Damper Characteristic Image
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The adaptive damper system has two control modes which correspond to the integrated drive-mode signal sent from the PCM via
F-CAN. When the integrated drive-mode system in NORMAL mode, the adaptive damper system provides a float ride. When the
integrated drive-mode system in SPORT mode, the adaptive damper system provides a flat ride.
Fail Safe Mode
Depending on the severity of the error, the adaptive damper system will switch to one of four possible fail safe modes. In case of each
fail safe mode a DTC is stored in the adaptive damper control unit.
Fail Safe Failure State Action Failure

Mode Indication
A Power source (IG) failure The current for all dampers is ON
switched off.
Control unit failure
Damper unit failure
B SVCC voltage upper limit failure A fixed current (0 A) is set for all ON
dampers.
C Power source (+B) failure A fixed current (0 A) is set for all OFF
dampers.
CAN communication failure (except integrated
drive-mode signal)
D CAN communication failure (integrated drive-mode The control mode is fixed in that mode OFF
signal) when the failure occurred.
NOTE: The failure state is an outline and some examples.
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Adaptive Damper System Component Location Index 8403 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...
Adaptive Damper System Component Location Index
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Adaptive Damper System Description - System Diagram 8398 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...
Adaptive Damper System Description - System Diagram
The adaptive damper system controller uses information from the PCM, the VSA modulator-control unit, the EPS control unit, and the
SRS unit.
When a malfunction is detected, the multi-information display will show a warning to inform the driver about the malfunction in the
system.
For locations of each component on vehicle, refer to Component Location Index:

Adaptive damper control unit, Adaptive damper unit
PCM
VSA modulator-control unit
Gauge control module
EPS control unit
SRS unit
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F-CAN Communication Data

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Adaptive Damper Control Unit Receiving Signal
Transmitting Unit Signal Name
PCM Engine torque signal
Integrated drive-mode signal
VSA modulator-control unit Master cylinder pressure signal
Wheel speed signal
ABS/TCS/VSA operating status
EPS control unit Steering angle signal
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SRS unit Yaw rate signal
Lateral acceleration signal
Longitudinal acceleration signal
Adaptive Damper Control Unit Transmitting Signal

Adaptive damper control unit Warning indication request signal
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Adaptive Damper System Description - System Diagram
The adaptive damper system controller uses information from the PCM, the VSA modulator-control unit, the EPS control unit, and the
SRS unit.
When a malfunction is detected, the multi-information display (MID) will show a warning to inform the driver about the malfunction in
the system.
For locations of each component on the vehicle, refer to Component Location Index:
Adaptive damper control unit, Adaptive damper unit, Acceleration sensor, Suspension stroke sensor
PCM
VSA modulator-control unit
Gauge control module
EPS control unit
SRS unit
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F-CAN Communication Data

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Adaptive Damper Control Unit Receiving Signal
PCM Accelerator pedal position signal
Integrated drive-mode signal
VSA modulator-control unit Master cylinder pressure signal
Wheel speed signal
EPS control unit Steering angle signal
Steering angle speed signal
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SRS unit Lateral acceleration signal
Longitudinal acceleration signal
Adaptive Damper Control Unit Transmitting Signal

Adaptive damper control unit Warning indication request signal
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Adaptive Damper System Circuit Diagram 10123 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD...
Adaptive Damper System Circuit Diagram
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Adaptive Damper System Circuit Diagram
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Adaptive Damper Control Unit Connector for Inputs and Outputs 8827 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD...
Adaptive Damper Control Unit Connector for Inputs and Outputs
Adaptive Damper Control Unit 24P Connector (female terminals)
Terminal Terminal sign Description

Number
1 Not used ―――
2 IG1 OPTION Power source for the adaptive damper control unit
3 ADS COIL OUT FL H Drives left-front damper coil
4 ADS COIL OUT FL L Ground for the left-front damper coil
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5 ADS COIL OUT RL H Drives left-rear damper coil
6 ADS COIL OUT RR L Ground for the right-rear damper coil
7 ADS COIL OUT RR H Drives right-rear damper coil
8 +B ADS Power source for the fail-safe relay
9 ADS COIL OUT FR L Ground for the right-front damper coil
10 ADS COIL OUT FR H Drives right-front damper coil
11 ADS COIL OUT RL L Ground for the left-rear damper coil
13 GND Ground for the adaptive damper control unit
19 F-CAN_H F-CAN communication circuit
20 F-CAN_L F-CAN communication circuit
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Adaptive Damper Control Unit Connector for Inputs and Outputs 9427 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD...
Adaptive Damper Control Unit Connector for Inputs and Outputs
Adaptive Damper Control Unit 24P Connector (female terminals)
Terminal Terminal sign Description

Number
1 ADS RR G Detects left-rear acceleration sensor signal
2 IG1 OPTION Power source for the adaptive damper control unit
3 ADS COIL OUT FL H Drives left-front damper coil
4 ADS COIL OUT FL L Ground for the left-front damper coil
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5 ADS COIL OUT RL H Drives left-rear damper coil
6 ADS COIL OUT RR L Ground for the right-rear damper coil
7 ADS COIL OUT RR H Drives right-rear damper coil
8 +B ADS Power source for the fail-safe relay
9 ADS COIL OUT FR L Ground for the right-front damper coil
10 ADS COIL OUT FR H Drives right-front damper coil
11 ADS COIL OUT RL L Ground for the left-rear damper coil
12 ADJ SNSR RR SIG Detects left-rear suspension stroke sensor signal
13 GND Ground for the adaptive damper control unit
14 ADS FR R G Detects front acceleration sensor signal
15 ADS SG Ground for the sensors
16 ADS RR R STROKE Detects right-rear suspension stroke sensor signal
17 ADS SVCC Power source for the sensors
18 ADS FR R STROKE Detects right-front suspension stroke sensor signal
19 F-CAN_H F-CAN communication circuit
20 F-CAN_L F-CAN communication circuit
22 ADS FR L G Detects right-rear acceleration sensor signal
24 ADJ SNSR FR SIG Detects left-front suspension stroke sensor signal
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Adaptive Damper Control Unit Removal and Installation 8406 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/R...
Adaptive Damper Control Unit Removal and Installation
NOTE: How to read the torque specifications.
1. Rear Side Trim Panel - Remove (Left Side) (2-Door)
2. Rear Seat Side Trim - Remove (Left Side) (4/5-Door)
3. Adaptive Damper Control Unit - Remove
1. Disconnect the connector (A).
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2. Remove the clip (B).
3. Remove the adaptive damper control unit (C).
4. All Removed Parts - Install
1. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
5. Adaptive Damper Control Unit Software - Check
1. Make sure the adaptive damper control unit has the latest
software. If it does not have the latest, update the software
in the adaptive damper control unit.
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Adaptive Damper Control Unit Update 8405 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/R...
Adaptive Damper Control Unit Update
1. Adaptive Damper Control Unit - Update
NOTE: When updating control units, use the most current

version of the HDS software and interface device. Check any
official service information website for more information about
updating control units.
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How to Troubleshoot the Adaptive Damper System 9429 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...
How to Troubleshoot the Adaptive Damper System
Adaptive Damper System Warning
If an electrical problem with adaptive damper system is detected, adaptive damper system
warning is displayed on the multi-Information display (MID).
In case of adaptive damper control unit is not connected or broken, adaptive damper system
warning is displayed on the MID, but no DTC is stored in other ECUs.
In case of adaptive damper control unit is connected and has detected a problem, adaptive
damper system warning is displayed on the MID, and a DTC is stored in adaptive damper
control unit.
Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

The memory can hold 10 DTCs. However, when the same DTC is detected more than once,
the more recent DTC is written over the earlier one. Therefore, when the same problem is
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detected repeatedly, it is memorized as a single DTC.
The DTCs are memorized in an EEPROM in the adaptive damper control unit. Therefore, the
memorized DTCs cannot be erased by disconnecting the 12 volt battery. Do the specified
procedures to clear the DTCs.
Fail safe mode
Depending on the severity of the error, the adaptive damper system will switch to fail safe mode.
The details of fail safe mode, refer to Adaptive Damper System Description.
How to Troubleshoot DTCs
The troubleshooting procedures assume that the cause of the problem is still present and the
adaptive damper system warning on the MID is displayed. Following the procedure when the
adaptive damper system warning on the MID does not display on can result in incorrect
diagnosis.
1. Question the customer about the conditions when the problem occurred, and try to reproduce
the same conditions for troubleshooting. Find out when the displayed, such as while turning,
after turning, when the vehicle was at a certain speed, etc.
2. When the daptive damper system warning does not display on the MID during the test-drive,
but troubleshooting is done based on the DTC, check for loose connectors, poor terminal
contact, etc., in the affected circuit before you start troubleshooting.
3. After troubleshooting, clear the DTC and test-drive the vehicle. Be sure the adaptive damper
system warning does not display on the MID.
Intermittent Failures
The term "intermittent failure" means a system may have had a failure, but it checks OK now. If
you cannot reproduce the condition, check for loose connections and terminals. Also check
ground and power connections related to the circuit that you are troubleshooting.
How to Retrieve DTCs
1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).
2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the adaptive damper control unit. If it
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does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
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4. Follow the prompts on the HDS to display the DTC(s) on the screen. After determining the
DTC, refer to the DTC troubleshooting. Do the all systems DTC check, and troubleshoot any
powertrain DTCs first.
5. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

NOTE:
Freeze data indicates the adaptive damper system conditions when the first system
malfunction that activated the indicator was detected.
The HDS can read the DTC, the freeze data, the current data, and other system data.
For specific operations, refer to the Help menu that came with the HDS.
How to Clear DTCs
1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC).
2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the adaptive damper control unit. If it
does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
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4. Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS.
5. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
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Adaptive Damper System Symptom Troubleshooting Index 9430 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...
Adaptive Damper System Symptom Troubleshooting Index
Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

HDS does not communicate with the Troubleshoot the DLC circuit.
adaptive damper control unit or the
vehicle
Adaptive damper system warning does Symptom troubleshooting.
not go off, and no DTCs are stored
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Adaptive Damper System DTC Troubleshooting Index 8830 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...
Adaptive Damper System DTC Troubleshooting Index
DTC Detection Item

C0031 -F0 Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C0034 -F0 Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C0037 -F0 Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C003A -F0 Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C0044 -F0 Brake Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor Failure
C0051 -96 Steering Angle Sensor Failure
C0061 -F0 Lateral G Sensor Failure
C0062 -F0 Longitudinal G Sensor Failure
C0063 -F0 Yaw Rate Sensor Malfunction
C1640 -12 Left Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Left Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
-92 Left Front Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
C1641 -12 Right Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Right Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
-92 Right Front Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
C1642 -12 Left Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Left Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
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-92 Left Rear Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
C1643 -12 Right Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Right Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
-92 Right Rear Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
U0029 -00 F-CAN Bus-Off Malfunction
U0100 -00 CAN Communication Failure with PCM/TCM
U0122 -00 F-CAN Communication With VSA Modulator-Control Unit Malfunction
U0131 -00 F-CAN Communication With EPS Malfunction
U0151 -00 CAN Communication Failure with SRS
U0452 -68 SRS Malfunction
U3000 -49 Adaptive Damper Control Unit Internal Circuit Malfunction
-51 Adaptive Damper Control Unit Software Update Failure
-55 Adaptive Damper Control Unit Internal Circuit Malfunction
U3003 -16 Adaptive Damper Control Unit +B Voltage Low Failure
-17 Adaptive Damper Control Unit +B Voltage High Failure
U3006 -16 Adaptive Damper Control Unit IG (+B) Voltage Low Failure
-17 Adaptive Damper Control Unit IG (+B) Voltage High Failure
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Adaptive Damper System DTC Troubleshooting Index
DTC Detection Item

C0031 -F0 Left Front Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C0034 -F0 Right Front Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C0037 -F0 Left Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C003A -F0 Right Rear Wheel Speed Sensor Failure
C0044 -F0 Brake Master Cylinder Pressure Sensor Failure
C0051 -96 Steering Angle Sensor Failure
C0061 -F0 Lateral G Sensor Failure
C0062 -F0 Longitudinal G Sensor Failure
C1640 -12 Left Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Left Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
-92 Left Front Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
C1641 -12 Right Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Right Front Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
-92 Right Front Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
C1642 -12 Left Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Left Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
-92 Left Rear Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
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C1643 -12 Right Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Short Failure
-14 Right Rear Damper Solenoid Circuit Open Failure
-92 Right Rear Damper Solenoid Current Characteristic Abnormality
C1644 -12 Left-Front Stroke Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-14 Left-Front Stroke Sensor Lower Limit Abnormality
C1645 -12 Right-Front Stroke Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-14 Right-Front Stroke Sensor Lower Limit Abnormality
C1646 -12 Left-Rear Stroke Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-14 Left-Rear Stroke Sensor Lower Limit Abnormality
C1647 -12 Right-Rear Stroke Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-14 Right-Rear Stroke Sensor Lower Limit Abnormality
C1650 -12 Left-Front Acceleration Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-14 Left-Front Acceleration Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-62 Left-Front Acceleration Sensor Difference Abnormality
C1652 -12 Left-Rear Acceleration Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-14 Left-Rear Acceleration Sensor Lower Limit Abnormality
-62 Left-Rear Acceleration Sensor Difference Abnormality
C1653 -12 Right-Rear Acceleration Sensor Upper Limit Abnormality
-14 Right-Rear Acceleration Sensor Lower Limit Abnormality
-62 Right-Rear Acceleration Sensor Difference Abnormality
U0029 -00 F-CAN Bus-Off Malfunction
U0100 -00 CAN Communication Failure with PCM/TCM
U0122 -00 F-CAN Communication With VSA Modulator-Control Unit Malfunction
U0131 -00 F-CAN Communication With EPS Malfunction
U0151 -00 CAN Communication Failure with SRS
U0452 -68 SRS Malfunction
U3000 -49 Adaptive Damper Control Unit Internal Circuit Malfunction
-51 Adaptive Damper Control Unit Software Update Failure
-55 Adaptive Damper Control Unit Internal Circuit Malfunction
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DTC Detection Item

U3003 -16 Adaptive Damper Control Unit +B Voltage Low Failure
-17 Adaptive Damper Control Unit +B Voltage High Failure
U3006 -16 Adaptive Damper Control Unit IG (+B) Voltage Low Failure
-17 Adaptive Damper Control Unit IG (+B) Voltage High Failure
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Adaptive Damper System Symptom Troubleshooting - Adaptive damper system warning

does not go off, and no DTCs are stored
Adaptive damper system warning does not go off, and no DTCs are stored
NOTE: Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the Adaptive damper control unit.
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If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.
1. DTC check:
‐1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
‐2. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

DTC Description DTC Freeze
Frame
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Are there DTCs indicated?
YES Go to indicated DTC's troubleshooting.■
NO Go to step 2.
2. Gauge control module operation check:
‐1. Do the gauge control module self-diagnostic function.
Is the gauge control module OK?
YES Go to step 3.
NO Replace the gauge control module.■
3. Fuse check 1:
‐1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
‐2. Check the following fuse.

Fuse No. A33 (15 A)*1
No. A31 (15 A)*2
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Location Under-hood fuse/relay box
*1: Si
*2: Type-R
Is the fuse OK?
YES The fuse is OK. Reinstall the fuse, then go to step 4.
NO Replace the fuse. If the fuse blows again, repair a short to ground in the No. A33
(15 A) fuse circuit (Si) or the No. A31 (15 A) fuse circuit (Type-R)■
4. Fuse check 2:
‐1. Check the following fuse.

Fuse No. B5 (10 A)
Location Under-dash fuse/relay box
Is the fuse OK?
YES The fuse is OK. Reinstall the fuse, then go to step 5.
NO Replace the fuse. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, then to the OFF (LOCK)
mode. If the fuse blows again, repair a short to ground in the No. B5 (10 A) fuse
circuit.■
5. Open wire check (IG1 OPTION line):
‐1. Disconnect the following connector.

Adaptive damper control unit 24P connector
‐2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
‐3. Measure the voltage between test points 1 and 2.

Test condition Vehicle ON mode
Adaptive damper control unit 24P connector: disconnected
Test point 1 Adaptive damper control unit 24P connector No. 2
Test point 2 Body ground
Is there battery voltage?
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YES The IG1 OPTION wire is OK. Go to step 6.
NO Repair an open in the wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box and the
adaptive damper control unit.■
6. Open wire check (+B ADS line):
‐2. Measure the voltage between test points 1 and 2.

Test condition Vehicle OFF (LOCK) mode
Is there battery voltage?
YES The +B ADS wire is OK. Go to step 7.
NO Repair an open in the wire between the adaptive damper control unit and the No.
A33 (15 A) fuse (Si) or No. A31 (15 A) fuse (Type-R) in the under-hood fuse/relay
box.■
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7. Open wire check (GND line):
‐1. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.

Is there continuity?
YES The GND wire is OK. Go to step 8.
NO Repair an open in the wire between the adaptive damper control unit and body
ground (Si: G601, Type-R: G603).■
8. Open wire check (F-CAN_H, F-CAN_L lines):
‐2. Disconnect the following connectors.

Gauge control module connector A (32P)
Adaptive damper control unit 24P connector
‐3. Check for continuity between test points 1 and 2.

Gauge control module connector A (32P): disconnected
Test point 1 Gauge control module connector A (32P) No. 19
Test point 1 Gauge control module connector A (32P) No. 20

Is there continuity?
YES The F-CAN_H and F-CAN_L wires are OK. Check for any authorized service
information related to the DTCs or symptoms you are troubleshooting or
substitute a known-good gauge control module, then recheck. If the
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symptom/indication goes away with a known-good gauge control module, replace

the original gauge control module.■
NO Repair an open in the F-CAN_H wire and/or the F-CAN_L wire between the
gauge control module and the adaptive damper control unit.■
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Adaptive Damper System Description - Components 8399 http://techinfo.honda.com/rjanisis/pubs/sm/1/2/Contents/enu/61TBAD/...

Adaptive Damper System Description - Components

Adaptive Damper System Description - Components

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Damping Force Characteristics Image

Integrated Drive-Mode System

Fail Safe Failure State Action Failure

Adaptive Damper System Description

Adaptive Damper Characteristic Image

Integrated Drive-Mode System

Fail Safe Failure State Action Failure

Adaptive Damper System Component Location Index

Adaptive Damper System Component Location Index

Adaptive Damper System Component Location Index

Adaptive Damper System Component Location Index

Adaptive Damper System Description - System Diagram

For locations of each component on vehicle, refer to Component Location Index:

F-CAN Communication Data

Transmitting Unit Signal Name

Adaptive Damper Control Unit Transmitting Signal

Adaptive Damper System Description - System Diagram

F-CAN Communication Data

Transmitting Unit Signal Name

Adaptive Damper Control Unit Transmitting Signal

Adaptive Damper System Circuit Diagram

Adaptive Damper System Circuit Diagram

Adaptive Damper Control Unit Connector for Inputs and Outputs

Adaptive Damper Control Unit 24P Connector (female terminals)

Terminal Terminal sign Description

Adaptive Damper Control Unit Connector for Inputs and Outputs

Adaptive Damper Control Unit 24P Connector (female terminals)

Terminal Terminal sign Description

Adaptive Damper Control Unit Removal and Installation

NOTE: How to read the torque specifications.

1. Rear Side Trim Panel - Remove (Left Side) (2-Door)

2. Rear Seat Side Trim - Remove (Left Side) (4/5-Door)

3. Adaptive Damper Control Unit - Remove

1. Disconnect the connector (A).

3. Remove the adaptive damper control unit (C).

4. All Removed Parts - Install

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

5. Adaptive Damper Control Unit Software - Check

Adaptive Damper Control Unit Update

1. Adaptive Damper Control Unit - Update

NOTE: When updating control units, use the most current

How to Troubleshoot the Adaptive Damper System

Adaptive Damper System Warning

Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC)

2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting.

5. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

5. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

Adaptive Damper System Symptom Troubleshooting Index

Symptom Diagnostic procedure Also check for

Adaptive Damper System DTC Troubleshooting Index

DTC Detection Item

Adaptive Damper System DTC Troubleshooting Index

DTC Detection Item

DTC Detection Item

Adaptive Damper System Symptom Troubleshooting - Adaptive damper system warning

‐1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.