VSA

2005-08 BRAKES
VSA (Vehicle Stability Assist) System Components - RL

COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX
Fig. 1: Identifying VSA System Components Location
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
GENERAL TROUBLESHOOTING INFORMATION
SYSTEM INDICATOR
This system has four indicators: ABS indicator (A), VSA indicator (B), VSA activation indicator (C) and
brake system indicator (D). When the system detects a problem, it illuminates the appropriate indicators.
Depending on the failure, the control unit determines which indicators are turned on.
When ABS function is lost:
ABS indicator, VSA indicator, and VSA activation indicators turn on.
When VSA function is lost:

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VSA indicator and VSA activation indicators turn on.
When all functions are lost:
All four indicators turn on.
When the gauge control module detects F-CAN circuit problem:
VSA indicator and brake system indicators turn on.
Fig. 2: Identifying ABS Indicator, VSA Indicator And VSA Activation Indicator
ABS/VSA INDICATOR
If the system is OK, the ABS and VSA indicators will go off 2 seconds after turning the ignition
switch ON (II).
The ABS and VSA indicators come on when the control unit detects a problem in the system.
However, even though the system is operating properly, the activation indicator may come on under
these conditions:
One drive wheel is stuck.
The vehicle goes into a spin.
The ABS or VSA continues to operate for a long time.
The vehicle is subjected to an electrical signal disturbance.
The VSA switch has been manually turned off.
When an abnormality in the TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) or low tire pressure is
detected, VSA functions cannot be cancelled by pressing the VSA OFF switch.
To determine the actual cause of the problem, question the client about the problem, taking these conditions
into consideration.
When a problem is detected and the ABS indicator and VSA indicator come on, there are cases when
the indicator stays on until the ignition switch is turned OFF, and cases when the indicator goes off
automatically when the system returns to normal.
DTC 61 or 62:
The ABS and VSA indicators go off automatically when the system returns to normal.

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DTC 11, 13, 15, 17, 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38, 53, 54, 71, 81, 112, 121, 122, 123 or 124:
The ABS and VSA indicators stay on until the ignition switch is turned OFF whether or not the
system returns to normal.
DTC 12,14,16,18, 21, 22, 23, 24, 41, 42, 43, 44, 51 or 52:
The ABS and VSA indicators stay on until the system returns to normal after the vehicle is
driven.
DTC 25, 26, 27, 28, 64, 65, 66, 68,83, 84 or 86:
The VSA indicators stay on until the ignition switch is turned OFF whether or not the system
returns to normal.
DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC)
The memory can hold any number of DTCs. However, when the same DTC is detected more than
once, the more recent DTC is written over the earlier one. Therefore, when the same problem is
detected repeatedly, it is memorized as a single DTC.
The DTCs are indicated in ascending number order, not in the order they occur.
The DTCs are memorized in the EEPROM (non-volatile memory). Therefore, the memorized DTCs
cannot be canceled by disconnecting the battery. Do the specified procedures to clear the DTCs.
SELF-DIAGNOSIS
Self-diagnosis can be classified into two categories:
Initial diagnosis: Done right after the ignition switch is turned ON (II) and until the ABS and
VSA indicators go off.
Regular diagnosis: Done right after the initial diagnosis until the ignition switch is turned OFF.
When the system detects a problem, the VSA modulator-control unit shifts to fail-safe mode.
KICKBACK
The pump motor operates when the ABS or VSA is functioning, and the fluid in the reservoir is forced out
to the master cylinder, causing kickback at the brake pedal.
PUMP MOTOR
The pump motor operates when the ABS or VSA is functioning.
The VSA modulator-control unit checks the pump motor operation one time after completing initial
diagnosis during initial diagnosis when the vehicle is driven over 10 mph (15 km/h). You may hear
the motor operate at this time, but that is normal.
BRAKE FLUID REPLACEMENT/AIR BLEEDING
Brake fluid replacement and air bleeding procedures are identical to the procedures used on vehicles not
equipped with VSA (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).

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HOW TO TROUBLESHOOT DTCS
The troubleshooting flowchart procedures assume that the cause of the problem is still present and the ABS
and/or VSA indicator are still on. Following the flowchart when the ABS and/or VSA indicators do not
come on can result in incorrect diagnosis. The connector illustrations show the female terminal connectors
with a single outline and the male terminal connectors with a double outline.
1. Question the client about the conditions when the problem occurred, and try to reproduce the same
conditions for troubleshooting. Find out when the ABS and/or VSA indicators came on, such as
during braking, accelerating, or turning, etc.
2. When the ABS and VSA indicators do not come on during the test-drive, but troubleshooting is done
based on the DTC, check for loose connectors, poor contact of the terminals, etc. before you start
troubleshooting.
3. After troubleshooting or repairs are done, clear the DTCs, and test-drive the vehicle under the same
conditions that originally set the DTCs. Make sure the ABS and VSA indicators do not come on.
4. Check for DTCs from other control units which are connected via F-CAN. If there are DTCs that are
related to F-CAN, the most likely cause was that the ignition switch was turned ON (II) with the VSA
modulator-control unit connector disconnected. Clear the DTCs. Check for fuel and emissions, and
VSA codes, first. Be sure to troubleshoot those first.
INTERMITTENT FAILURES
The team "intermittent failure" means a system may have had a failure, but it checks OK now. If the
indicator(s) of the system on the dash does not come on, check for poor connections or loose terminals at all
connectors related to the circuit that you are troubleshooting. If the indicators were on but then went out, the
original problem may have been intermittent.
HOW TO USE THE HDS (HONDA DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM)
1. If the system indicators stay on, connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) (A) located under
the driver's side of the dashboard.
Fig. 3: Identifying Data Link Connector
2. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).
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troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
4. Check the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) and note it. Also check the on-board snapshot data, and
download any data found. Then refer to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting, and do the appropriate
troubleshooting procedure.
HOW TO RETRIEVE DTCS
1. With the ignition switch OFF, connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) under the driver's
side of the dashboard.
4. Follow the prompts on the HDS to display the DTC(s) on the screen. After determining the DTC,
refer to the DTC TROUBLESHOOTING.
5. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
HOW TO CLEAR DTCS
1. With the ignition switch OFF, connect the HDS to the data link connector (DLC) under the driver's
side of the dashboard.
4. Clear the DTC(s) by following the screen prompts on the HDS.
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX
DTC TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
NOTE:
The HDS can read the DTC, the current data, and other system
data.
For specific operations, refer to the Help menu that came with the
HDS.
DTC Detection Item
11 Right-front wheel sensor (short to power/short to
body ground/open)
12 Right-front wheel sensor (electrical
noise/intermittent interruption)
13 Left-front wheel sensor (short to power/short to
body ground/open)
14 Left-front wheel sensor (electrical
15 Right-rear wheel sensor (short to power/short to
body ground/open)
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17 Left-rear wheel sensor (short to power/short to
body ground/open)
18 Left-rear wheel sensor (electrical noise/intermittent
interruption)
21 Right-front magnetic encoder (wheel bearing)
22 Left-front magnetic encoder (wheel bearing)
23 Right-rear magnetic encoder (wheel bearing)
24 Left-rear magnetic encoder (wheel bearing)
25 Yaw rate sensor
26 Lateral acceleration sensor
27 Steering angle sensor
28 Longitudinal acceleration sensor
31 ABS solenoid
32 ABS solenoid
33 ABS solenoid
34 ABS solenoid
35 ABS solenoid
36 ABS solenoid
37 ABS solenoid
38 ABS solenoid
41 Right-front wheel lock
42 Left-front wheel lock
43 Right-rear wheel lock
44 Left-rear wheel lock
51 Motor lock
52 Motor stuck OFF
53 Motor stuck ON
54 Fail-safe relay
61 Low +B-FSR voltage
62 High +B-FSR voltage
64 Sensor power voltage
65 Brake fluid level
66 VSA pressure sensor (inside of VSA modulator-
control unit)
68 Brake pedal position switch
71 Different diameter tire
81 Central Processing Unit (CPU)
83 PCM
84 VSA sensor neutral position
86 F-CAN communication
107 TCS operation
108 VSA operation
112 Internal power source stuck OFF

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SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING CHART
SYSTEM DESCRIPTION
VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT INPUTS AND OUTPUTS FOR 47P CONNECTOR
(CONNECTOR ATTACHED TO THE VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT. BACKPROBE THE
TERMINALS WHEN TESTING.)
Fig. 4: Identifying VSA Modulator-Control Unit Inputs And Outputs For 47P Connector
121 VSA solenoid
122 VSA solenoid
123 VSA solenoid
124 VSA solenoid
Symptom Diagnostic procedure
ABS indicator does not come on
Symptom Troubleshooting (see ABS INDICATOR DOES NOT
COME ON )
ABS indicator does not go off,
and no DTCs are stored
Symptom Troubleshooting (see ABS INDICATOR DOES NOT
GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED )
Brake system indicator does not
come on (check bulb operation
with parking brake)
Symptom Troubleshooting (see BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
DOES NOT COME ON (CHECK BULB OPERATION WITH
PARKING BRAKE) )
Brake system indicator does not
go off, and no DTCs are stored
Symptom Troubleshooting (see BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR
DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED )
VSA indicator does not come on
Symptom Troubleshooting (see VSA INDICATOR DOES NOT
COME ON )
VSA indicator does not go off,
and no DTCs are stored
Symptom Troubleshooting (see VSA INDICATOR DOES NOT
GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED )
VSA activation indicator does not
come on at start-up (bulb check)
Symptom Troubleshooting (see VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON AT START-UP (BULB
CHECK) )
VSA activation indicator does not
go off, and no DTCs are stored
Symptom Troubleshooting (see VSA ACTIVATION
INDICATOR DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE
STORED )
HDS does not communicate with
the VSA modulator-control unit
or the vehicle
Troubleshoot the DLC circuit (see DLC CIRCUIT
TROUBLESHOOTING ).

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VOLTAGE CHART
VOLTAGE CHART
Terminal
number
Wire
color
Terminal
sign
Description
Measurement (VSA modulator-control unit 47P
connector connected)
Terminal Conditions Voltage
1 WHT FSR+B
Power source for
the fail-safe relay
1-GND At all times
Battery
voltage
2 YEL RL+B
Detects left-rear
wheel sensor signal
2-3
Ammeter connected in
series with the wheel
speed sensor, then ignition
switch ON (II)
(1)
Rotate
the appropriate wheel
slowly
About 7 mA
to about 14
mA
alternately
3 RED RL-GND
4 RED FL+B
Detects left-front
wheel sensor signal
4-20
5 PNK RR+B
Detects right-rear
wheel sensor signal
5-6
6 BRN RR-GND
9
(2)
GRN RLP
Outputs left-rear
wheel sensor signal
9-GND
About 1.3-4.5
V
11 BLU DIAG
Communications
with HDS
11-GND Ignition switch ON (II)
Battery
voltage
14 WHT CAN-H
F-CAN
communication
circuit
14-GND Ignition switch ON (II) About 2.5 V
16 RED
MOTOR
+B
Power source for
the motor relay
16-GND At all times
Battery
voltage
(1)
If a DTC is set during set up, turn the ignition switch OFF, then back ON (II) before testing.
(2)
With adaptive front lighting system (AFS).
Terminal
number
Wire
color
Terminal
sign
Description
17 PNK FR-GND
Detects right-front
wheel sensor
signal
17-18
Ammeter connected in
series with the wheel speed
sensor, then ignition switch
ON (II)
(1)
Rotate the
appropriate wheel slowly
About 7 mA
to about 14
mA
alternately
18 GRN FR+B
20 GRN FL-GND
Detects left-front
wheel sensor
signal
4-20
28 GRN STR-A
Detects steering
angle sensor
signal
28-GND
Ignition switch ON (II)
Turn steering wheel very
slowly
About 1-5 V
alternately
29 BLU STR-D
Detects steering
angle sensor
signal
29-GND
Ignition switch ON (II)
Steering wheel in straight
ahead position, then turned
off of center
About 1 V on
center 4 V off
center
30 BLK CAN-L
F-CAN
communication
circuit
30-GND Ignition switch ON (II) 2.3 V

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Fig. 5: Identifying VSA Modulator-Control Unit Inputs And Outputs For 47P Connector
VOLTAGE CHART
(1)
Terminal
number
Wire
color
Terminal
sign
Description
32 BLK GND
Ground for the
VSA modulator-
control unit
32-GND Under all conditions
0.1 V or
less
33 BRN SGND
Ground for the
sensors
0.1 V or
less
34 YEL YAW
Detects yaw rate
sensor signal
34-GND
Ignition switch ON (II) Parked
on level ground
About
2.5 V
35 PNK SVCC
Power source for
the sensors
About 5
V
37 GRN GLAT
Detects lateral
acceleration
sensor signal
About
2.5 V
38 YEL IG1
Power source for
activating the
system
Battery
voltage
39 WHT GLONG
Detects longitude
acceleration
sensor signal
About
2.5 V
41
(2)
YEL RRP
Outputs right-rear
wheel sensor
signal
41-GND
Ammeter connected in series
with the wheel speed sensor,
then ignition switch ON (II)
(1)

Rotate the appropriate wheel
slowly
About
1.3-4.5 V
43 BRN STR-B
Detects steering
angle sensor
signal
43-GND
Ignition switch ON (II) Turn
steering wheel very slowly
About 1-
4V
47 BLK
MOTOR-
GND
Ground for the
pump motor
47-GND Under all conditions
0.1 V or
less
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ABS Features
When the brake pedal is pressed while driving, the wheels can lock before the vehicle comes to a stop. In
such an event, the maneuverability of the vehicle is reduced if the front wheels are locked, and the stability
of the vehicle is reduced if the rear wheels are locked, creating an extremely unstable condition. The ABS
precisely controls the slip rate of the wheels to ensure maximum grip force from the tires, and it thereby
ensures maneuverability and stability of the vehicle.
The ABS calculates the slip rate of the wheels based on the vehicle speed and the wheel speed, then it
controls the brake fluid pressure to reach the target slip rate.
Grip Force of Tire and Road Surface
Fig. 6: Grip Force Of Tire And Road Surface Graph
TCS Features
The TCS provides low-speed traction. When a drive wheel loses traction on a slippery road surface and
starts to spin, the VSA modulator-control unit applies brake pressure to slow the spinning wheel. At that
time, the VSA modulator-control unit sends a traction control signal to the PCM to reduce engine power.
(2)
With adaptive front lighting system (AFS).

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Fig. 7: Identifying TCS Traction Control Signal
VSA SYSTEM FEATURES
Oversteer control
Applies the brakes to the front and rear outside wheels
Fig. 8: Applying Brakes To Front And Rear Outside Wheels - With VSA
Understeer control (in acceleration)
Applies the brakes to the front and rear inside wheels
Controls the engine torque

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Fig. 9: Applying Brakes To Front And Rear Inside Wheels - Without VSA
ELECTRONIC BRAKE DISTRIBUTION (EBD)
Electronic Brake Distribution (EBD) has been added to the VSA system. EBD eliminates the need for an
external, mechanical proportioning valve and improves overall braking performance.
When the vehicle is heavily loaded, most of the increase in weight is born by the rear wheels, increasing
braking capability. Proportioning valves maintain a fixed distribution of brake pressure between the front
and the rear wheels, making it very difficult to fully utilize increased rear wheel braking capability. EBD
varies brake pressure distribution according to load, using input from the wheel speed sensors, which
improves overall braking performance.
Fig. 10: Electronic Brake Distribution Graph
Normal Braking
Under normal braking conditions, brake pressure is evenly distributed between the front and rear brakes, and
EBD is not used.
Firm Braking
Under hard braking conditions, the VSA modulator-control unit monitors wheel speed in order to allow a

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maximum amount of brake distribution individually to the rear wheels. Once the VSA modulator-control
unit detects that one or both rear wheels are nearing their maximum braking potential, the inlet valve closes
for one or both rear wheels, maintaining the current pressure. If the traction is improved, and the wheel(s) is
no longer nearing its limits, the VSA modulator-control unit will open the inlet solenoid allowing additional
pressure to be distributed to the rear wheel. The rear wheels are controlled independently of each other
during EBD function.
If during EBD function the VSA modulator-control unit determines that the wheels are beginning to slip
more than a predetermined amount, the control unit abandons EBD control and shifts to select low 3-
channel ABS control.
BRAKE ASSIST
Brake assist has been added to the VSA system. Brake assist helps ensure that any driver can achieve the
full braking potential of the vehicle by increasing brake system pressure in a panic situation, bringing the
vehicle into a full ABS stop.
Each time the ignition switch is turned ON (II), the VSA modulator-control unit learns the current driver's
normal braking characteristics by monitoring the brake pressure sensor and the brake pedal position switch
at each stop. Using these inputs and their values, the VSA modulator-control unit is able to learn the driver's
normal braking habits, and then determine the difference between a normal stop and a panic stop for the
individual driver of the vehicle. If during a panic stop the VSA modulator-control unit determines that the
brake system pressure increases above a learned threshold in less than a learned amount of time, the VSA
modulator-control unit engages brake assist.
Because the brake system pressure crossed the threshold before the time threshold had expired, the VSA
modulator-control unit goes into brake assist mode.
Fig. 11: Brake Assist Mode Graph
Normal Braking
During normal braking conditions, brake assist does not affect brake system pressure.
Panic Stop

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During a panic stop, the control unit turns the VSA pump ON, and opens the inlet valve. This brings the
brake system pressure up high enough to cause a full ABS stop. As soon as the brake pedal is released,
brake assist is stopped and the brake system returns to normal operation.
MODULATOR UNIT
The modulator unit consists of the inlet solenoid valve, outlet solenoid valve, VSA normally open (NO)
solenoid valve, VSA normally closed (NC) solenoid valve, reservoir, pump, pump motor, and the damping
chamber.
The modulator controls the caliper fluid pressure directly. It is a circulating-type modulator because the
brake fluid circulates through the caliper, the reservoir, and the master cylinder.
The hydraulic control has three modes: Pressure intensifying, pressure retaining, and pressure reducing.
The hydraulic circuit is an independent four channel type, one channel for each wheel.
ABS CONTROL
Pressure intensifying mode
VSA NO valve open, VSA NC valve closed, inlet valve open, outlet valve closed.
Master cylinder fluid is pumped out to the caliper.
Pump motor
When starting the pressure reducing mode, the pump motor is ON. When stopping ABS operation, the pump
motor is OFF.
The reservoir fluid is pumped out by the pump, through the damping chamber, to the master cylinder.
Fig. 12: VSA System Diagram (Pump Motor)
Pressure retaining mode
VSA NO valve open, VSA NC valve closed, inlet valve closed, outlet valve closed.

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Caliper fluid is retained by the inlet valve and outlet valve.
Fig. 13: VSA System Diagram (Pressure Retaining Mode)
Pressure reducing mode
VSA NO valve open, VSA NC valve closed, inlet valve closed, outlet valve open.
Caliper fluid flows through the outlet valve to the reservoir.
Fig. 14: VSA System Diagram (Pressure Reducing Mode)
TCS CONTROL
VSA NO valve closed, VSA NC valve open, inlet valve open, outlet valve closed, pump motor ON.
The reservoir and master cylinder fluid is pumped out by the pump, through the damping chamber, to the
front caliper.

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Fig. 15: VSA System Diagram (Pressure Intensifying Mode)
VSA NO valve closed, VSA NC valve open, inlet valve closed, outlet valve closed, pump motor ON.
Front caliper fluid is retained by the inlet valve and outlet valve.
VSA NO valve open, VSA NC valve closed, inlet valve closed, front outlet valve open, pump motor ON.

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VSA CONTROL
VSA NO valve closed, VSA NC valve open, inlet valve open, outlet valve closed, pump motor ON.
The reservoir and master cylinder fluid is pumped out by the pump, through the damping chamber, to the
front and rear calipers.
Fig. 18: VSA System Diagram (Pressure Intensifying Mode)
VSA NO valve closed, VSA NC valve open, inlet valve closed, outlet valve closed, pump motor ON.
Front and rear caliper fluid is retained by the inlet valve and outlet valve.

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VSA NO valve open, VSA NC valve closed, inlet valve closed, outlet valve open, pump motor ON.
CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

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Fig. 21: VSA System - Circuit Diagram (1 Of 3)

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DTC TROUBLESHOOTING
DTC 11, 13, 15, 17: WHEEL SENSOR (SHORT TO POWER/SHORT TO BODY GROUND/OPEN)
1. Clear the DTC using the HDS (see HOW TO CLEAR DTCS ).
2. Disconnect the HDS.
3. Turn the ignition switch OFF, then ON (II) again.
4. Test-drive the vehicle.
Do the VSA and ABS indicators come on?
YES - Go to step 5.

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NO - Intermittent failure; system is OK at this time (see INTERMITTENT FAILURES ). Check for
loose or poor connections.
5. Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector.
6. Start the engine.
7. Measure the voltage between body ground and the appropriate wheel sensor +B and GND terminals
of the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector individually (see DTC TERMINAL CHART).
DTC TERMINAL CHART
Fig. 24: Measuring Voltage Between Body Ground And Appropriate Wheel Sensor +B
Is there 0.1 V or more?
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and the appropriate
wheel sensor.
NO - Go to step 8.
9. Check for continuity between body ground and the appropriate wheel sensor +B and GND terminals
DTC TERMINAL CHART
DTC
Appropriate Terminal
+B GND
11 (Right-front) FR+B: No. 18FR-GND: No. 17
13 (Left-front) FL+B: No. 4 FL-GND: No. 20
15 (Right-rear) RR+B: No. 5 RR-GND: No. 6
17 (Left-rear) RL +B: No. 2 RL-GND: No. 3
DTC
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Fig. 25: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground And Appropriate Wheel Sensor +B And
GND Terminals Of VSA Modulator-Control Unit
Is there continuity?
YES - Go to step 10.
NO - Go to step 12.
10. Disconnect the appropriate wheel sensor 2P connector.
11. Check for continuity between body ground and the appropriate wheel sensor +B and GND terminals
DTC TERMINAL CHART
17 (Left-rear) RL+B: No. 2 RL-GND: No. 3
DTC
+B GND

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Fig. 26: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground And Appropriate Wheel Sensor +B And
GND Terminals Of VSA Modulator-Control Unit 47P Connector
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and the wheel
sensor.
NO - Replace the appropriate wheel sensor (see WHEEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT ).
12. Disconnect the appropriate wheel sensor 2P connector.
13. Check for continuity between the appropriate wheel sensor +B and GND terminals of the VSA
modulator-control unit 47P connector (see DTC TERMINAL CHART).
DTC TERMINAL CHART
DTC
+B GND
11 (Right-front) FR +B: No, 18FR-GND: No. 17

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Fig. 27: Checking Continuity Between Appropriate Wheel Sensor +B And Gnd Terminals Of
VSA Modulator-Control Unit 47P Connector
YES - Repair short in the wires between the VSA modulator-control unit and the wheel sensor.
NO - Go to step 14.
14. Check for continuity between the appropriate +B and GND terminals of the VSA modulator-control
unit 47P connector and the relative wheel sensor 2P connector.
NO - Repair open in the wire(s) between the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector and the
wheel sensor 2P connector.
15. Substitute a known-good wheel sensor for the appropriate wheel sensor (see DTC TERMINAL
CHART).
DTC TERMINAL CHART
16. Clear the DTCs using the HDS (see HOW TO CLEAR DTCS ).
17. Disconnect the HDS from the 16P DLC.
18. Turn the ignition switch ON (II) and then OFF.
19. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), then test-drive the vehicle at speeds above 19 mph (30 km/h).
DTCAppropriate Wheel Sensor
11 Right-front
13 Left-front
15 Right-rear
17 Left-rear

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Does the ABS indicator come on?
YES - Check for loose terminals or poor connections at the VSA modulator-control unit 47P
connector. If connections are good, replace the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA
MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ), and recheck.
NO - Replace the original wheel sensor (see WHEEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT ).
DTC 12, 14, 16, 18: WHEEL SENSOR (ELECTRICAL NOISE/INTERMITTENT
INTERRUPTION)
3. Turn the ignition switch OFF, then turn it ON (II) again.
4. Test-drive the vehicle around a number of corners.
Does the ABS indicator come on and is DTC 12, 14, 16 or 18 indicated?
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Intermittent failure, the system is OK at this time.
5. Check the appropriate wheel sensor and magnetic encoder for debris or damage (see WHEEL
SENSOR INSPECTION ).
DTC TERMINAL CHART
Is there debris or damage?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Clean or replace wheel sensor or magnetic encoder.
7. Check for continuity between the appropriate wheel sensor +B terminal and other wheel sensor +B
terminals of the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector (see DTC TERMINAL CHART).
DTC TERMINAL CHART
NOTE: If the ABS indicator comes on because of electrical noise, the indicator goes
off when you test-drive the vehicle at 19 mph (30 km/h).
12 Right-front
14 Left-front
16 Right-rear
18 Left-rear
DTCAppropriate Terminal Other Terminals

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Fig. 28: Identifying VSA Modulator-Control Unit 47P Connector
YES - Repair short in the wire between the appropriate wheel sensor and the other wheel sensor.
NO - Go to step 8.
8. Substitute a known-good wheel sensor for the appropriate wheel sensor (see DTC TERMINAL
CHART).
DTC TERMINAL CHART
11. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), then turn it OFF.
12. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), then test-drive the vehicle around a number of corners.
NO - Replace the original wheel sensor or encoder (see WHEEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT ).
12 FR +B: No. 18 No. 4 No. 5No. 2
14 FL +B: No. 4 No. 18No. 5No. 2
16 RR+B: No. 5 No. 18No. 4No. 2
18 RL+B: No. 2 No. 18No. 4No. 5
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DTC 21, 22, 23, 24: MAGNETIC ENCODER (WHEEL BEARING)
4. Test-drive the vehicle at 19 mph (30 km/h) or more.
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - The system is OK at this time. Refer to INTERMITTENT FAILURES .
5. Check the appropriate magnetic encoder for debris or damage (see DTC TERMINAL CHART) (see
WHEEL SENSOR INSPECTION ).
DTC TERMINAL CHART
Is the encoder OK?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Clean and reinstall or replace the magnetic encoder.
6. Clear the DTCs using the HDS (see HOW TO CLEAR DTCS ).
9. Test-drive the vehicle at speeds above 19 mph (30 km/h).
Does the ABS indicator come on, and are DTCs 21, 22,23, and/or 24 indicated?
NO - Replace the original magnetic encoder (see WHEEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT ), or
encoder/wheel bearing:
Front hub/bearing unit (see KNUCKLE/HUB BEARING UNIT REPLACEMENT )
Rear hub/bearing unit (see KNUCKLE/HUB BEARING UNIT REPLACEMENT )
DTC 25: YAW RATE SENSOR
DTCAppropriate Encoder
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22 Left-front
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5. Verify the DTC.
Is DTC 25 indicated?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - The system is OK at this time. Check for loose terminals or poor connections.
7. Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector, steering angle sensor 5P connector and
yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor 5P connector.
9. Measure the voltage between body ground and the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector
terminals No. 33, No. 34, and No. 35 individually.
Fig. 29: Measuring Voltage Between Body Ground And VSA Modulator-Control Unit 47P
Connector Terminals No. 33, No. 34, And No. 35
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit, the yaw rate-
lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor and the steering angle sensor.
NO - Go to step 10.
11. Check for continuity between body ground and the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector
NOTE: If DTC 27 or 64 is stored at the same time as DTC 25, troubleshoot those
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Fig. 30: Checking Continuity Between Body Ground And VSA Modulator-Control Unit 47P
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit, the yaw rate-
lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor, and the steering angle sensor.
NO - Go to step 12.
12. Check for continuity between the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector terminal No. 35 and
yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor 5P connector terminal No. 2.
Fig. 31: Checking Continuity Between VSA Modulator-Control Unit Terminal No. 35 And Yaw
Rate-Lateral/Longitudinal Sensor 5P Connector Terminal No. 2
NO - Repair open in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and the yaw rate-
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Fig. 32: Checking Continuity Between VSA Modulator-Control Unit Connector Terminal No.
33 And Yaw Rate-Lateral/Longitudinal Sensor Connector Terminal No. 4
Fig. 33: Checking Continuity Between VSA Modulator-Control Unit 47P Connector Terminal
No. 34 And Yaw Rate-Lateral/Longitudinal 5P Connector Terminal No. 3
15. Substitute a known-good yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor.
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21. Verify the DTC.
NO - Replace the original yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor (see YAW RATE-
LATERAL/LONGITUDINAL ACCELERATION SENSOR REPLACEMENT ).
DTC 26: LATERAL ACCELERATION SENSOR
5. Verify the DTC.
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NO - Go to step 10.
NO - Go to step 12.

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21. Verify the DTC.
NO - Replace the original yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor (see YAW RATE-
DTC 27: STEERING ANGLE SENSOR
5. Verify the DTC.
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8. Disconnect the SH-AWD control unit 26P connector and the adaptive front lighting control unit 40P
connector.
terminals No. 33 and No. 35 individually.
Connector Terminals No. 33 And No. 35
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit, the steering angle
sensor, and the yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor.
NO - Go to step 11.
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit, the steering angle
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NO - Go to step 12.
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit, the steering
angle sensor, and the yaw rate-lateral/ longitudinal acceleration sensor.
NO - Go to step 14.
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit, the steering
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NO - Go to step 15.
15. Check for continuity between the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector terminals No. 33, No.
35 and steering angle sensor 5P connector terminals No. 1, No. 5 respectively.
Fig. 43: Checking Continuity Between VSA Modulator-Control Unit Terminals No. 33, No. 35
And Steering Angle Terminals No. 1, No. 5
NO - Repair open in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and the steering angle sensor.
16. Check for continuity between the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector terminals No. 28, No.
29, No. 43 and steering angle sensor 5P connector terminals No. 2, No. 3, No. 4 respectively.
Fig. 44: Checking Continuity Between VSA Modulator-Control Unit Terminals No. 28, No. 29,
No. 43 And Steering Angle Sensor Terminals No. 2, No. 3, No. 4
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17. Substitute a known-good steering angle sensor.
23. Verify the DTC.
connector and the steering angle sensor 5P connector, and repair if necessary. If no poor connections
are found, replace the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT
REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
NO - Replace the original steering angle sensor (see STEERING ANGLE SENSOR
REPLACEMENT ).
DTC 28: LONGITUDINAL ACCELERATION SENSOR
1. Clear the DTC, and disconnect the HDS (see HOW TO CLEAR DTCS ).
4. Verify the DTC.
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Fig. 45: Measuring Voltage Between Body Ground And VSA Modulator-Control Unit
Terminals No. 33, No. 35, And No. 39
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and the yaw rate-
NO - Go to step 9.
Connector Terminals No. 33, No. 35 And No. 39
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and the yaw
rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor.
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Rate-Lateral/Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor Terminal No. 2
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Fig. 49: Checking Continuity Between VSA Modulator-Control Terminal No. 39 And Yaw
Rate-Lateral/Longitudinal Terminal No. 5
Is there 0.1 V or less?
NO - Repair open in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and body ground (G202). If
the wire is OK, check for a poor connection at body ground (G202).
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22. Verify the DTC.
NO - Replace the yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor (see YAW RATE-
DTC 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, 38: ABS SOLENOID
3. Verify the DTC.
Does the ABS indicator come on, and are DTCs 31, 32, 33, 34, 35, 36, 37, and/or 38 indicated?
DTC 41, 42, 43, 44: WHEEL LOCK
4. Check for brake drag; test-drive the vehicle using the brake often, lift the vehicle on the hoist, rotate
each tire by hand.
Do the brakes drag?
YES - Repair the brake drag.
NO - Go to step 5.
5. Check the installation of the appropriate wheel sensor and magnetic encoder for damage, debris, or
excessive air gap (see WHEEL SENSOR INSPECTION ).
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Is it correct?
YES - If the DTC does not reappear, the most probable cause for the DTC is that the vehicle might
have lost traction in poor weather and spun around.
NO - Reinstall or replace the wheel sensor (see WHEEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT ) or magnetic
encoder: Front (see KNUCKLE/HUB BEARING UNIT REPLACEMENT ), rear (see
KNUCKLE/HUB BEARING UNIT REPLACEMENT ).
DTC 51: MOTOR LOCK; DTC 52: MOTOR STUCK OFF
Does the VSA indicator come on and is DTC 51 or 52 stored?
YES - Go to step 5.
5. Check the No. 17 (30 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box.
Is the fuse OK?
YES - Reinstall the fuse, and go to step 6.
NO - Replace the fuse, and recheck.
7. Measure the voltage between the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector terminal No. 16 and
body ground.
Fig. 51: Measuring Voltage Between VSA Modulator-Control Unit Terminal No. 16 And Body
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42 Left-front
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Ground
Is there battery voltage?
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the No. 17 (30 A) fuse and the VSA modulator-control unit.
body ground.
No. 47 And Body Ground
NO - Repair open in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and body ground (G202).
12. Test-drive the vehicle at 10 mph (15 km/h) or more.
Does the ABS indicator come on, and is DTC 51 or 52 indicated?
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4. Test-drive the vehicle around a number of corners, and leave the ignition switch ON (II).
Does the VSA indicator come on and is DTC 53 stored?
YES - Go to step 5.
body ground.
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Repair open or high resistance in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and body
ground (G202).
8. Reconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector.
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DTC 54: FAIL-SAFE RELAY
4. Test-drive the vehicle around a number of corners, and leave the ignition switch ON (II).
YES - Go to step 5.
body ground.
YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Repair open or high resistance in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and body
ground (G202).
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DTC 61,62: LOW/HIGH VOLTAGE
YES - Go to step 5.
5. Verify the DTC.
Is DTC 61 or 62 indicated?
YES - Check the battery (see BATTERY TEST ) and the charging system (see ALTERNATOR
CONTROL CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING ).
NO - Do the appropriate troubleshooting for the DTC indicated.
DTC 64: SENSOR POWER VOLTAGE
YES - Go to step 5.
5. Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector, the steering angle sensor 5P connector,
and the yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor 5P connector.
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Fig. 55: Measuring Voltage Between VSA Modulator-Control Unit 47P Connector Terminal No.
35 And Body Ground
YES - Repair short to power in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and yaw rate-
lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor and steering angle sensor.
NO - Go to step 8.
body ground.
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the VSA modulator-control unit and yaw rate-
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NO - The system is OK at this time. Refer to INTERMITTENT FAILURES and check connections
at the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector and body ground (G202).
DTC 65: BRAKE FLUID LEVEL
1. Check the brake fluid level.
Is the level correct?
YES - Go to step 2.
NO - Inspect the brake system for fluid leaks. If no leaks are found, check for all worn brake pads.
2. Disconnect gauge control module connector B (28P) and brake fluid level switch 2P connector.
3. Check for continuity between terminal No. 13 of gauge control module connector B (28P) and body
ground.
Fig. 57: Checking Continuity Between Terminal No. 13 Of Gauge Control Module Connector B
(28P) And Body Ground
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between gauge control module connector B and the
brake fluid level switch.
NO - Go to step 4.
4. Check the brake fluid level switch (see PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST ).
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FUNCTION ).
NO - Replace the brake fluid level switch.
DTC 66: VSA PRESSURE SENSOR (INSIDE OF VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT)
2. Remove the HDS from the 16P DLC.
3. Turn the ignition switch OFF, then turn it ON (II).
Does the ABS indicator come on, and is DTC 25, 26,27, or 64 indicated?
YES - Do the appropriate troubleshooting for the DTC.
NO - Go to step 5.
5. Do the VSA sensor neutral position memorization (see VSA SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION
MEMORIZATION ).
DTC 68: BRAKE PEDAL POSITION SWITCH
1. Check for other DTCs in the PGM-FI system.
Are other DTCs indicated?
YES - Do the appropriate troubleshooting for the DTCs.
NO - Go to step 2.
2. Check the brake pedal position switch (see BRAKE PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL POSITION
SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).
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NO - Adjust the brake pedal position switch (see BRAKE PEDAL AND BRAKE PEDAL
POSITION SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).
YES - Go to step 7.
7. Troubleshoot the brake pedal position switch circuit (see CIRCUIT DIAGRAM ).
Is the brake pedal position switch circuit OK?
YES - Substitute a known-good PCM and recheck:
If the problem is gone, replace the original PCM.
If the problem continues, replace the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-
CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
NO - Repair the brake pedal position switch circuit.
DTC 71: DIFFERENT DIAMETER TIRE
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - Confirm that tire inflation is set to spec. The vehicle is OK at this time. Refer to
INTERMITTENT FAILURES .
5. Check that all four tires are the specified size and are inflated to the proper specification.
Are all four tires the correct size and properly inflated?
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6. With the vehicle on level ground, mark each tire with a small spot of grease. Roll the vehicle until
each of the tires makes two grease spots on the floor.
7. Measure and record the distance between the two grease spots.
Is the difference between the shortest and the longest measurement more than 10%?
YES - Replace the tire/tires that is smaller or larger than the others.
NO - Replace the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT
DTC 81: CENTRAL PROCESSING UNIT (CPU)
1. Check for other DTCs.
Is another DTC indicated?
NO - Go to step 2.
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - The vehicle is OK at this time. Refer to INTERMITTENT FAILURES .
6. Disconnect the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector, the steering angle sensor 5P connector,
and the yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor 5P connector.
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35 And Body Ground
NO - Go to step 9.
body ground.
NO - Check for loose terminals or poor connections at the VSA modulator-control unit 47P
DTC 83: PCM
1. Check the DTC.
YES - Do the troubleshooting for DTC 86 (see DTC 86: F-CAN COMMUNICATION ).
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Do the VSA and VSA activation indicators come on, and is DTC 83 indicated?
YES - Go to step 6.
6. Check the PGM-FI system.
Does the MIL indicator come on or is a PCM DTC indicated?
YES - Do the applicable troubleshooting for the PGM-FI system DTC.
NO - Go to step 7.
7. Check the gear position indicator.
Does the D indicator come on while neutral position (N) is selected or is a PCM DTC indicated?
YES - Do the applicable troubleshooting for the A/T system.
NO - Check for loose terminals at the PCM connectors, and go to step 8.
Is DTC 83 indicated and no PCM's DTC?
YES - Substitute a known-good PCM, and recheck. If the code returns, check for loose terminals or
poor connections at the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector. If connections are good, replace
the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL AND
INSTALLATION ), and recheck.
DTC 84: VSA SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION
Does the VSA indicator come on, and is DTC 84 indicated?
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Are any other DTCs indicated?
YES - Troubleshoot the appropriate DTC.
NO - Go to step 6.
MEMORIZATION ).
Does the VSA indicator come on, and is DTC 84 indicated?
DTC 86: F-CAN COMMUNICATION
2. Start and run the engine for at least 5 seconds then turn the engine off.
3. Check for DTCs using the HDS.
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - The F-CAN communication line is OK at this time. Refer to INTERMITTENT FAILURES .
4. Check for DTCs in the PCM.
Are any DTCs indicated?
YES - Troubleshoot the PCM DTCs.
NO - Check for loose terminals or poor connections at the VSA modulator-control unit 47P
DTC 107: TCS OPERATION; DTC 108: VSA OPERATION
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Is DTC 107 or DTC 108 indicated ?
DTC 112: INTERNAL POWER SOURCE STUCK OFF
Is another DTC indicated?
NO - Go to step 2.
YES - Go to step 5.
NO - The vehicle is OK at this time. Refer to INTERMITTENT FAILURES .
5. Inspect G202 for a clean and tight connection.
Is G202 clean and properly connected?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Repair the connection at G202.
7. Measure the voltage between body ground and VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector terminals
No. 32 and No. 47 individually.
NOTE: If the battery cable was disconnected three times with the ignition switch ON
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NO - Intermittent failure; the vehicle is OK at this time (see INTERMITTENT FAILURES ).
DTC 121, 122, 123, 124: VSA SOLENOID
Does the VSA indicator come on, and is DTC 121, 122, 123, or 124 indicated?
SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING
ABS INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and watch the ABS indicator.
Does the ABS indicator come on for several seconds?
YES - The system is OK at this time. Refer to INTERMITTENT FAILURES .
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2. Apply the parking brake.
Does the brake system indicator come?
YES - Go to step 3.
NO - Repair open in the gauge control module indicator power source circuit.
Does the VSA indicator come on?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Do the troubleshooting for the gauge control module (see SELF-DIAGNOSTIC
FUNCTION ).
7. Substitute a known-good VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT
Does ABS indicator come on?
YES - Replace the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT
FUNCTION ).
ABS INDICATOR DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED
Is the fuse OK?
NO - Replace the fuse, and recheck. If the fuse is blown, check for a short to body ground in this fuse
circuit. If the circuit is OK, replace the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-
2. Check the No. 18 (15 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
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circuit If the circuit is OK, replace the VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-
5. Measure the voltage between the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector terminal No. 1 and body
ground.
1 And Body Ground
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the No. 18 (40 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box and the
VSA modulator-control unit.
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YES - Go to step 8.
NO - Repair open in the wire between the No. 18 (15 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
and the VSA modulator-control unit.
body ground.
connector. Substitute a known-good gauge control module, and recheck. If the test results are the
same, substitute a known-good VSA modulator-control unit (see VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL
UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ), and recheck.
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON (CHECK BULB OPERATION WITH
PARKING BRAKE)
1. With the parking brake applied, turn the ignition switch ON (II), and watch the brake system
indicator.
Does the brake system indicator come on?
YES - The brake system indicator is OK at this time.
NO - Go to step 2.
2. Turn the ignition switch OFF then ON (II) again.
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NO - Repair open in the indicator power source circuit. If necessary, substitute a known-good gauge
control module, and recheck.
4. Release the parking brake.
Does the brake system indicator come on for several seconds?
YES - Go to step 6.
NO - Check for loose terminals or poor connections at the gauge control module connectors. If
connections are good, replace the gauge control module, and recheck.
NO - Go to step 7.
8. Disconnect the parking brake switch connector (see PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST ).
10. Measure the voltage between the parking brake switch connector terminal and body ground.
YES - Replace the parking brake switch (see PARKING BRAKE SWITCH TEST ).
NO - Go to step 11.
12. Remove the gauge control module (see GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ).
Leave the gauge control module connectors connected.
13. Connect gauge control module connector B (28P) terminal No. 14 and body ground with a jumper
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Fig. 64: Connecting Gauge Control Module Connector B (28P) Terminal No. 14 And Body
Ground With Jumper Wire
Does the brake system indicator come on and stay on?
YES - Repair open in the wire between the gauge control module, and the parking brake switch.
NO - Replace the gauge control module (see GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ).
BRAKE SYSTEM INDICATOR DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED
2. Release the parking brake.
Does the brake system indicator go off after several seconds?
NO - Go to step 3.
3. Check the brake fluid level (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).
Is the level OK?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Inspect the brake system for fluid leak. If no leaks are found, replace all worn brake pads.
4. Check the ABS indicator.
Does the ABS indicator stay on?
YES - Read the DTC (see HOW TO RETRIEVE DTCS ), and do the applicable troubleshooting for
the DTC.
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Short to body ground between the gauge control module and the parking brake switch.
Short to body ground between the gauge control module and the brake fluid level switch.
Parking brake switch stuck ON.
Brake fluid level switch stuck ON.
Faulty gauge control module.
VSA INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and watch the VSA indicator.
Does the VSA indicator come on for several seconds?
NO - Go to step 2.
YES - Go to step 3.
YES - Go to step 6.
FUNCTION ).
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VSA INDICATOR DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED
Is the fuse OK?
2. Check the No. 18 (15 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box.
Is the fuse OK?
5. Measure the voltage between the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector terminal No. 1 and body
ground.
1 And Body Ground
YES - Go to step 6.
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38 And Body Ground
YES - Go to step 8.
body ground.
connector. Substitute a known-good gauge control module, and recheck. If the test results are the
same, substitute a known-good VSA modulator-control unit and recheck.
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR DOES NOT COME ON AT START-UP (BULB CHECK)
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Does the VSA activation indicator come on for several seconds?
NO - Go to step 2.
YES - Go to step 3.
Does the VSA activation indicator come on?
FUNCTION ).
VSA ACTIVATION INDICATOR DOES NOT GO OFF, AND NO DTCS ARE STORED
1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II), and watch the VSA indicator.
Does the VSA indicator go off?
YES - Go to step 2.
NO - Do the appropriate troubleshooting for the VSA indicator.
3. Check the VSA OFF switch (see VSA OFF SWITCH TEST ).
Is the switch OK?
YES - Go to step 4.
NO - Replace the VSA OFF switch (see VSA OFF SWITCH TEST ).
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NO - Go to step 5.
5. Do the VSA sensor neutral memorization (see VSA SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION
MEMORIZATION ).
8. Check the VSA activation indicator.
NO - Go to step 9.
9. Remove the gauge control module, and disconnect gauge control module connector B (28P) (see
GAUGE CONTROL MODULE REPLACEMENT ).
10. Check for continuity between the VSA OFF switch 6P connector terminal No. 4 and body ground.
Fig. 68: Checking Continuity Between VSA Off Switch 6P Connector Terminal No. 4 And Body
Ground
YES - Repair short to body ground in the wire between the gauge control module and the VSA OFF
switch.
NO - Go to step 11.
11. Reconnect gauge control module connector B (28P).
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Fig. 69: Measuring Voltage Between VSA Off Switch 6P Connector Terminal No. 6 And Body
Ground
NO - Repair open in the wire between the VSA OFF switch and body ground (G501).
NO - Check for loose terminals or poor connections at the gauge control module connectors. If
connections are good, replace the gauge control module, and recheck.
STEERING ANGLE SENSOR REPLACEMENT
1. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
2. Remove the steering wheel (see STEERING WHEEL REMOVAL ).
3. Remove the steering column cover and combination switch assembly (see STEERING COLUMN
4. Remove the combination light switch (A) and the wiper/washer switch (B).
NOTE: Do not damage or drop the combination switch as the steering angle sensor
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Fig. 70: Identifying Combination Light Switch And Wiper/Washer Switch
5. Replace the combination switch body complete (C).
6. Install the combination switch in the reverse order of removal.
7. Do the SH-AWD steering neutral position memorization procedure (see SH-AWD DIFFERENTIAL
CLUTCH TORQUE MEMORIZATION ).
8. Do the adaptive front lighting control unit learning procedure (see WHEN THE AFS OFF SWITCH
OR COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH IS REPLACED. ).
YAW RATE-LATERAL/LONGITUDINAL ACCELERATION SENSOR
REPLACEMENT
2. Remove the center console side panel (see step 5 under CENTER CONSOLE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
3. Remove the center console panel (see step 1 under CENTER CONSOLE
REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
4. Remove the shift lever mounting bolts (see step 5 under SHIFT LEVER REMOVAL ).
5. Remove the yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor bracket fixing bolts, and then disconnect
NOTE: Do not remove the steering angle sensor from the combination switch
body.
NOTE:
Do not damage or drop the sensor as it is sensitive.
Do not use power tools.
NOTE: Only remove items needed to gain access.

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the sensor connector (A).
Fig. 71: Identifying Yaw Rate-Lateral/Longitudinal Acceleration Sensor Bracket With Torque
Specifications
6. Pull out the yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor bracket (B) with the yaw rate-
7. Remove the sensor mounting bolts, and then separate the sensor (C) from the bracket.
8. Install the sensor in the reverse order of removal.
MEMORIZATION ).
10. Do the SH-AWD yaw rate-lateral/longitudinal acceleration sensor neutral position memorization
procedure (see SH-AWD DIFFERENTIAL CLUTCH TORQUE MEMORIZATION ).
VSA SENSOR NEUTRAL POSITION MEMORIZATION
1. Park the vehicle on a flat and level surface.
2. With the ignition switch OFF, connect the HDS to the 16P data link connector (DLC) (A) under the
driver's side of the dashboard.
NOTE: Do not press the brake pedal during this procedure.

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Fig. 72: Identifying 16P Data Link Connector
4. Make sure the HDS communicates with the vehicle and the VSA modulator-control unit. If it doesn't
5. Do the VSA sensor neutral position memorization in the VSA ADJ USTMENT with the HDS.
VSA OFF SWITCH TEST
1. Remove the instrument fascia (see DRIVER'S SWITCH PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
2. Remove the VSA OFF switch (A) from the switch panel.
Fig. 73: Identifying VSA Off Switch From Switch Panel
3. Disconnect the VSA OFF switch 6P connector.
4. Check for continuity between the VSA OFF switch 6P connector terminals No. 4 and No. 6. There
NOTE: See the HDS Help menu for specific instructions.

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should be continuity when the switch is pressed, and no continuity when the switch is released.
Fig. 74: Checking Continuity Between VSA Off Switch 6P Connector Terminals No. 4 And No.
6
VSA MODULATOR-CONTROL UNIT REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION
REMOVAL
2. Remove the right upper fender trim (see UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ).
3. Remove the A/C line mounting bolt (A).
NOTE:
Do not spill brake fluid on the vehicle; it may damage the paint; if brake
fluid gets on the paint, wash it off immediately with water.
Be careful not to damage or deform the brake lines during removal and
installation.
To prevent the brake fluid from flowing, plug and cover the hose ends
and joints with a shop towel or equivalent material.

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Fig. 75: Identifying A/C Line Mounting Bolt
4. Remove the engine mount bracket mounting bolts (B).
5. Remove the upper portion of the washer reservoir (C).
6. Remove the power steering fluid reservoir (D) bracket.
7. Pull down the lock (A) of the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector (B), and the connector
disconnects itself.

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Fig. 76: Identifying 47P connector, VSA Modulator-Control Unit And Bracket With Torque
Specifications
8. Disconnect the six brake lines from the VSA modulator-control unit (C).
9. Disconnect the harness clip (D).
10. Remove the three 6 mm bolts, then remove the VSA modulator-control unit with bracket (E) from the
body.
11. Remove the three 6 mm bolts, then remove the VSA modulator-control unit from the bracket.
INSTALLATION
1. Install the VSA modulator-control unit to the bracket, then tighten the three 6 mm bolts.
2. Install the VSA modulator-control unit/bracket on the body, then tighten the three 6 mm bolts.
3. Reconnect the six brake lines, then tighten the nuts.
4. Align the connecting surface of the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector.
5. Carefully push in the lock of the VSA modulator-control unit 47P connector until you hear it click
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6. Install the power steering fluid reservoir bracket and upper portion of the washer reservoir.
7. Install the engine mount bracket mounting bolts.
8. Install the A/C line mounting bolt.
9. Install the right upper fender trim (see UPPER FENDER TRIM REPLACEMENT ).
10. Bleed the brake system, starting with the front wheels (see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).
MEMORIZATION ).
12. Do the adaptive front lighting control unit learning procedure (see WHEN THE AFS OFF SWITCH
OR COMBINATION LIGHT SWITCH IS REPLACED. ).
13. Start the engine, and check that the ABS and VSA indicators go off.
14. Test-drive the vehicle, and check that the ABS and VSA indicators do not come on.
15. If the brake pedal is now spongy, there may be air trapped in the modulator and then induced into the
normal brake system during modulation. Bleed the brake system again, starting with the front wheels
(see BRAKE SYSTEM BLEEDING ).
WHEEL SENSOR INSPECTION
1. Clean the magnetic encoder, and make sure no metal or other debris is stuck to the magnetic encoder
surface.
2. Check the magnetic encoder (A) for damage. If cracked or damaged, replace the encoder (wheel
bearing).
Front wheel bearing replacement (see HUB BEARING UNIT REPLACEMENT ).
Rear wheel bearing replacement (see HUB BEARING UNIT REPLACEMENT ).
Front
Fig. 77: Checking Magnetic Encoder Clearance - Front
Rear

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Fig. 78: Checking Magnetic Encoder Clearance - Rear
3. Measure the air gap between the wheel sensor (B) and the magnetic encoder all the way around while
rotating the encoder.
Standard:
Front: 1.0-1.7 mm (0.04-0.07 in.)
Rear: 0.9-1.8 mm (0.04-0.07 in.)
WHEEL SENSOR REPLACEMENT
Front
NOTE:
Install the sensor carefully to avoid twisting the wires.
Replace the clamps (A) when the wheel sensors are removed or
replaced.

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Fig. 79: Identifying Wheel Sensor Clamps With Torque Specifications - Front
Rear
Fig. 80: Identifying Wheel Sensor Clamps With Torque Specifications - Rear

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