System Description: Notes

2006 Honda Pilot EX, 3.5 YF2, J35A9SECTION Notes

The multiplex control system has four internal functions:

  • Multiplexing (sends multiple signals over shared wires)
  • Wake up/sleep modes (runs at full power only on demand to reduce battery draw)
  • Fail-safe (fixes or ignores faulty signals)
  • Self-diagnosis (Mode 1 for the system, Mode 2 for input lines)

The system controls the function of the following circuits 

  • Engine oil pressure indicator
  • Lights-on reminder
  • Key-in reminder
  • Key light timer
  • Dash lights brightness control
  • Entry light control
  • Automatic lights-off
  • Power door locks
  • Power window (including key-off timer operation)
  • Windshield wiper/washer (including speed sensitive intermittent wiper)
  • Security alarm
  • Rear window intermittent wiper
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