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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2006PILOT EX, 3.5 YF2, J35Z1REPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)ACCESSORIES & EQUIPMENTCRUISE CONTROL SYSTEMSCRUISE CONTROL INPUT TEST
2006 Honda Pilot EX, 3.5 YF2, J35Z1
Cruise Control Input Test
2006 Honda Pilot EX, 3.5 YF2, J35Z1SECTION Cruise Control Input Test
- Connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the data link connector (DLC) (see HOW TO USE THE HDS (HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM) in) .
- Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
- Go to PGM-FI , and check for DTCs.
- 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.TEST CONDITION DESCRIPTION
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. 6 (15 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
- An open in the wire between the powertrain control module (PCM) and the brake pedal position switch
- A wire shorted to ground between the PCM and the brake pedal position switch
Transmission range switch signal Shift lever in D, D3, or 2 SHIFT/CLUTCH SW should indicate ON in P, R, N and 1 and OFF in D, D3, or 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 and G102
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
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 set/decel, resume/accel, cancel switch
- An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control set/decel, resume/accel, cancel switch
- A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control set/decel, resume/accel, cancel 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 set/decel, resume/accel, cancel switch
- An open in the wire between the gauge control module and the cruise control set/decel, resume/accel, cancel switch
- A wire shorted to ground between the gauge control module and the cruise control set/decel, resume/accel, cancel 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 set/decel, resume/accel, cancel switch 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
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.