Honda HR-V: DTC Troubleshooting 27-15: Steering Angle Sensor Internal Circuit
Malfunction
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
DTCs (VSA)
1. Problem verification:
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle at 9 mph (15 km/h) or more.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 27-15 indicated?
YES
The failure is duplicated. Replace the steering angle sensor.
NO
Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent
failures troubleshooting.
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING 28-120: LONGITUDINAL ACCELERATION SENSOR (INSIDE OF
MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT) STUCK
NOTE:
- Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information.
- The yaw rate-acceleration sensor is built into the VSA modulator-control
unit.
- Before troubleshooting, check the VSA modulator-control unit for proper
mounting. Improper mounting
of the VSA modulator-control unit may set this code.
1. Problem verification:
- Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
- Clear the DTC with the HDS.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle at 6 mph (10 km/h) or more.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 28-120 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. Longitudinal acceleration sensor performance check:
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS.
Does the indicated value change while accelerating or braking?
YES
The system is OK at this time.
NO
Go to step 3.
3. VSA modulator-control unit check (update):
- Update the VSA modulator-control unit if it does not have the latest
software.
- Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.
- Test-drive the vehicle at 6 mph (10 km/h) or more.
NOTE: Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.
- Check for DTCs with the HDS.
Is DTC 28-120 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 (
The DTCs may be indicated under these conditions:
The vehicle goes into a spin.
The ABS or VSA continues to operate for a long time.
Snow, dirt, or debris build-up on the wheel speed sensor or mag
NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting
information.
1. Solenoid operation check:
Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.
Clear the DTC with the HDS.
Turn the vehicle to the O
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Removal & Installation
1. PCM and Bracket - Remove
2. Air Cleaner - Remove
3. Intake Air Duct - Remove
4. Positive Cable and Connector (Alternator) - Disconnect
NOTE: Remove the positive cable clamp at the same time.
5. Connector (A/F Sensor and Secondary HO2S Sensor) - Disconnect
NOTE: Remove t
1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode
2. Disconnect the automatic dimming inside mirror 7P connector.
3. Check for continuity between terminal No. 6 and body ground.
If there is continuity, go to step 4.
If there is no continuity, check for:
An open or high resistance in the ground wire.