DTC C1040-00 (VSA Control Unit)

2020 Honda CR-V Hybrid EXSECTION DTC C1040-00 (VSA Control Unit)

DTC C1040-00  : Different Diameter Tire is Detected

NOTE: Before you troubleshoot, review the general troubleshooting information .

DTC Description DTC
C1040-00 Different Diameter Tire is Detected  

DTC (VSA)

  1. Problem verification

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    -2. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

    -3. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then to the READY TO DRIVE mode.

    -4. Test-drive the vehicle at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more for at least 72 seconds.

    NOTE:  Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.

    -5. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    DTC Description DTC
    C1040-00 Different Diameter Tire is Detected  

    Is DTC C1040-00 indicated?

    YES 

    The failure is duplicated. Go to step 2.

    NO 

    Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time. Refer to intermittent failures troubleshooting .

  2. Tire check

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

    -2. Check all four tires for size, inflation, and wear .

    Are all four tires the correct size, properly inflated, and worn evenly?

    YES 

    Go to step 3.

    NO 

    Swap the wheels and tires with a known-good set (the correct size, type, and properly inflated), then retest-drive the vehicle.

  3. Wheel speed sensor performance check

    -1. Test-drive the vehicle at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more in a straight line.

    NOTE:  Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.

    -2. Check the parameter(s) below with the HDS.

    Signal Current conditions
    Values Unit
    RIGHT FRONT WHEEL SPEED    
    LEFT FRONT WHEEL SPEED    
    RIGHT REAR WHEEL SPEED    
    LEFT REAR WHEEL SPEED    

    Is any one of the four values different?

    YES 

    Go to step 4.

    NO 

    Check for loose terminals and poor connections in the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector. Check for any authorized service information related to the DTCs or symptoms you are troubleshooting. If they are OK, replace the VSA modulator-control unit .

  4. Wheel speed sensor check

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

    -2. Substitute a known-good wheel speed sensor .

    -3. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

    -4. Clear the DTC with the HDS.

    -5. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then to the READY TO DRIVE mode.

    -6. Test-drive the vehicle at 12 mph (20 km/h) or more for at least 72 seconds.

    NOTE:  Drive the vehicle on the road, not on a lift.

    -7. Check for DTCs with the HDS.

    DTC Description DTC
    C1040-00 Different Diameter Tire is Detected  

    Is DTC C1040-00 indicated?

    YES 

    Go to step 5.

    NO 

    Replace the original wheel speed sensor .

  5. Magnetic encoder check

    -1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

    -2. Inspect the magnetic encoder for damage, debris, and correct installation.

    Appropriate Magnetic Encoder Note
    Left-front Remove the driveshaft outboard joint from the appropriate wheel hub .
    Right-front
    Left-rear Remove the hub bearing unit .
    Right-rear

    Is the magnetic encoder surface OK?

    YES 

    Check for loose terminals and poor connections in the VSA modulator-control unit 46P connector. Check for any authorized service information related to the DTCs or symptoms you are troubleshooting. If they are OK, replace the VSA modulator-control unit .

    NO 

    Clean the debris from the appropriate magnetic encoder surface on the wheel bearing or the hub bearing unit. If the debris cannot be removed or the encoder is damaged, replace the appropriate wheel bearing or the hub bearing unit .

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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