Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Symptom Troubleshooting - ACC indicator does not come on (2017 2018 2019)

2018 Honda Ridgeline Black EditionSECTION Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Symptom Troubleshooting - ACC indicator does not come on (2017 2018 2019)
  1. Gauge control module operation check

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    -2. Check the following indicators in the gauge control module:

    • Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)
    • Brake system indicator
    • Battery charging system indicator

    Do the indicators come on?

    YES 

    Go to the gauge control module self-diagnostic function .

    NO 

    Go to step 2.

  2. Fuse check

    -1. Check the following fuse.

    Fuse No. C29 (7.5 A)
    Location Under-dash fuse/relay box

    Is the fuse OK?

    YES 

    The fuse is OK. Reinstall the fuse, then go to step 3.

    NO 

    Replace the fuse. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode, then the OFF (LOCK) mode. If the fuse blows again, repair the short to ground on the No. C29 (7.5 A) fuse circuit.

  3. Open wire check (IG1 METER line)

    -1. Disconnect the following connector.

    Gauge control module 32P connector

    -2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    -3. Measure the voltage between test points 1 and 2.

    Test condition Vehicle ON mode
      Gauge control module 32P connector : disconnected
    Test point 1 Gauge control module 32P connector No. 17
    Test point 2 Body ground

    Is there battery voltage?

    YES 

    Replace the gauge control module .

    NO 

    Repair an open in the IG1 METER wire between the under-dash fuse/relay box and the gauge control module.

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