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2012 Honda Ridgeline V6-3.5LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Power Window Control Module: Testing and Inspection
Resetting the Power Window Control Unit
Reset the power windows after doing any of the following actions:
- Power window regulator replacement, removal/installation, or repair
- Power window motor replacement, removal/installation, or repair
- Window run channel replacement or removal/installation
- Power window master switch replacement or removal/installation
- Door glass replacement, removal/installation, or repair
Using the HDS
1. Connect the HDS to the data link connector.
2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), hen enter the vehicle's VIN and mileage at the prompts.
3. Select BODY ELECTRICAL from the SYSTEM SELECT menu.
4. From the BODY ELECTRICAL SYSTEM SELECT menu, select POWER WINDOWS.
5. From the MODE menu, select ADJUSTMENT.
6. From the ADJUSTMENT menu, select WINDOW RESET for driver's window.
7. Follow the prompts on the screen.
8. Confirm that the power window control unit is reset by using the power window AUTO UP and AUTO DOWN function.
Without the HDS
NOTE: Do the reset procedure from the power window switch of the affected window.
1. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
2. Move the power window all the way down by using the driver's power window DOWN switch.
3. Open the driver's door.
4. Do the following four times before going to step 5:
NOTE: Do each bullet step within 5 seconds of each other.
- Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
- Push and hold the driver's power window DOWN switch.
- Turn the ignition switch to ON (II).
- Release the driver's power window DOWN switch.
5. Confirm that AUTO UP no longer works. If AUTO UP still works, repeat step 4, paying close attention to the 5 seconds time limit.
6. Move the power window all the way down using the driver's power window DOWN switch.
7. Pull up and hold the driver's power window UP switch until the power window is all the way up, then continue to hold the switch for several seconds.
8. Confirm that the power window control unit is reset by using the power window AUTO UP and AUTO DOWN function. If the power window still does not work in AUTO, repeat the procedure several times, paying close attention to the 5 second time limit between each bulleted steps. If the window still does not work, troubleshoot the power window circuit.
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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.