Gauge Control Module DTC Display: Notes

2004 Acura TL AutomaticSECTION Notes

While in Test Mode 1, the DTCs which have been detected and stored individually by various B-CAN (Body-controller Area Network) units, will be shown one by one on the multi-information display when the communication between the Multiplex Integrated Control Unit (MICU) and the gauge control module are normal. To scroll through the DTCs, press the SELECT/RESET button beside the gauge control module.

Fig 1: Gauge Control Module DTC Display
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The unit that has stored the code can be identified by the number shown on the multi-information display.

CONTROL UNIT AND I.D. NUMBER

Control Unit Control Unit I.D. Number
MICU 10
Relay control module 11
Door multiplex control unit 30
Gauge control module 50
Climate control unit 51
Display panel control unit 52
Combination switch control unit 70
HandsFreeLink control unit 94
Power seat control unit 95
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