How to Clear DTCs

1. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode, then connect the Honda Diagnostic System (HDS) to the DLC located under the driver's side of the dashboard.

2. Turn the vehicle to the ON mode.

3. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the real time AWD control unit. If it does not communicate, go to the real time AWD system symptom troubleshooting for HDS does not communicate - Refer to: Real Time AWD System Symptom Troubleshooting - Will not go into 4WD mode, Poor traction, Poor acceleration (at start), Poor climbing ability (AWD) Real Time AWD System Symptom Troubleshooting - HDS does not communicate (AWD) Real Time AWD System Symptom Troubleshooting - AWD system indicator does not go off, and no DTCs are stored (AWD) Real Time AWD System Symptom Troubleshooting - Real time AWD system is stuck in 4WD mode (AWD) Real Time AWD System Symptom Troubleshooting - Abnormal noise (AWD) Real Time AWD System Symptom Troubleshooting - AWD system indicator does not come on (AWD)  .

4. Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS in the REAL TIME AWD DATA LIST.

5. Turn the vehicle to the OFF (LOCK) mode.

NOTE:  If the DTC that was cleared is related to another system, that system's DTC must be repaired, or the real time AWD DTC will return.