Honda Accord: Shift Lock Solenoid Test - A/T interlock System - Transaxle - Honda Accord MK8 2008-2012 Service ManualHonda Accord: Shift Lock Solenoid Test

1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard.

2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Make sure the HDS


2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the DLC circuit troubleshooting (see page 11-181).

3. Select Shift Lock Solenoid Test in the Miscellaneous Test Menu, and check that the shift lock solenoid operates with the HDS.

4. Check that the shift lever can be moved out of P when the Shift Lock Solenoid is ON. Move the shift lever back to P, and check that it locks with the Shift Lock Solenoid is OFF.

5. Check that the shift lock releases when the shift lock release is pushed, and check that it locks when the shift lock release is released.

6. If the shift lock solenoid does not work properly, go to the shift lock system troubleshooting (see page 14-249).

    Shift Lock System Circuit Troubleshooting
    1. Connect the HDS to the DLC (A) located under the driver's side of the dashboard. 2. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II). Make sure the HDS communicates with the PCM. If it does not, go to the ...

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    Type A Shift Lever 1. Remove the shift lever assembly (see page 14-222). 2. Release the lock tabs (A) retaining the shift lock solenoid using thin-bladed screwdrivers. 3. Insert a 6.0 mm (0.24 ...

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