Shift Lock Solenoid Test

2006 Honda Pilot LX, 3.5 YF1, J35A9SECTION Shift Lock Solenoid Test
  1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector
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  2. Choose Shift Lock Solenoid Test in Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that the shift lock solenoid operates with the HDS.
  3. Check that the shift lever can be moved out of the P position when Shift Lock Solenoid: ON. Move the shift lever back in the P position, and make sure it locks with Shift Lock Solenoid: OFF.
  4. Check that the shift lock releases when the shift lock release is pushed, and check that it locks when the shift lock release is released.
  5. If the shift lock solenoid does not work properly, perform shift lock system troubleshooting (see SHIFT LOCK SYSTEM CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING  ).
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