Smart Entry Function

2020 Honda Pilot LX, FWDSECTION Smart Entry Function

The keyless access/TPMS control unit detects the input signal of the door outer handle touch sensors, the door outer handle lock switches, the tailgate outer handle switch, and the tailgate lock switch, and authenticates 2-way communication with the remote. Then the keyless access/TPMS control unit sends a door lock/unlock signal, a tailgate release signal, and an answer back signal to the MICU via the B-CAN.

Refer to the symptom troubleshooting information for the pattern of indicator and the checking method of the system.

Keyless Access System Symptom Troubleshooting Information (2016 2017 2018)  or

Keyless Access System Symptom Troubleshooting Information (2019 2020 2021) 

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