Cruise Control (ECM/PCM) Input Test

1.Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC).

2.Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

3.Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the ECM/PCM. If it doesn't, troubleshoot the DLC circuit.

4.Go to PGM-FI, and check for DTCs.

5.Do the following tests while monitoring parameters in the PGM-FI DATA LIST with the HDS.

NOTE: Intermittent failures are often caused by loose circuit connections. While monitoring cruise control inputs, flex their circuits, and note if any of the test results change.

Signal to be tested Test condition Parameter: Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained 
Brake switch signal Brake pedal pressed, then released CRUISE BRAKE SW should indicate OFF when the brake pedal is pressed and ON when the brake pedal is released. 
  • Faulty brake pedal position switch
  • Blown No. 3 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box
  • An open in the wire between the engine control module (ECM)/powertrain control module (PCM) and the brake pedal position switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the ECM/PCM and the brake pedal position switch
 
Clutch pedal position switch signal (M/T) Clutch pedal pressed, then released SHIFT/CLUTCH SW should indicate OFF when the clutch pedal is pressed and ON when the clutch pedal is released. 
  • Faulty clutch pedal position switch
  • An open in the wire between the ECM and the clutch pedal position switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the ECM and the clutch pedal position switch
  • Poor ground G401
 
Transmission range switch signal (7-position A/T) Shift lever in D, D3, and 2 SHIFT/CLUTCH SW should indicate ON in P, R, N, and 1 and OFF in D, D3, and 2. 
  • Faulty transmission range switch
  • An open in the wire between the PCM and the transmission range switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the PCM and the transmission range switch
  • Poor ground G101
 
Transmission range switch signal (5-position A/T) Shift lever in D, and S SHIFT/CLUTCH SW should indicate ON in P, R, and N, and OFF in D, and S. 
  • Faulty transmission range switch
  • An open in the wire between the PCM and the transmission range switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the PCM and the transmission range switch
  • Poor ground G101
 
Cruise control main switch signal Cruise control main switch ON and OFF CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SW should indicate ON when the cruise control main switch is turned ON and OFF when the cruise control main switch is turned OFF. 
  • Faulty cruise control main switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control main switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control main switch
 

Signal to be tested Test condition Parameter: Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained 
Set switch signal Set/decel switch pressed and released CRUISE CONTROL SET SW should indicate ON when the set/decel switch is pressed and OFF when the set/decel switch is released. 
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
 
Resume switch signal Resume/accel switch pressed and released CRUISE CONTROL RESUME SW should indicate ON when the resume/accel switch is pressed and OFF when the resume/accel switch is released. 
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
 
Cancel switch signal Cancel switch pressed and released CRUISE CONTROL CANCEL SW should indicate ON when the cancel switch is pressed and OFF when the cancel switch is released. Faulty cruise control combination switch 
Cruise control main switch signal Cruise control main switch ON and OFF CRUISE CONTROL MAIN SW should indicate ON when the cruise control main switch is turned ON and OFF when the cruise control main switch is turned OFF. 
  • Faulty cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control combination switch
  • An open in the wire between the cruise control combination switch and ground
 
Cruise control indicator signal Start the engine, turn the cruise control main switch on, and drive the vehicle to speeds over 25 mph (40 km/h). Set and cancel the cruise control. CRUISE INDICATOR should indicate ON when the cruise control is set and OFF when the cruise control is canceled. Faulty gauge control module