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Entering the self-diagnostic function (manual method)

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Acura TL, 2010 Acura TL, and 2009 Acura TL. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Before doing the self-diagnostic function, make sure the No 12 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box and the No 15 (10 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box are OK

  1. Push and hold the SEL/RESET button
  2. Turn the combination light switch ON
  3. Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), or press the engine start/stop button to select the ON mode
  4. Within 5 sec, turn the combination light switch OFF, then ON and OFF again
  5. Within 5 sec, release the SEL/RESET button, and then push and release the button three times repeatedly
NOTE:
  • While in the self-diagnostic mode, the dash lights brightness controller operates normally
  • While in the self-diagnostic mode, the SEL/RESET button is used to start the Beeper Drive Circuit Test and the Gauge Drive Circuit Check
  • If the vehicle speed exceeds 1.2 mph (2 km/h) or the ignition switch is turned to LOCK(0), or the vehicle is in OFF mode, the self-diagnostic mode ends
Fig 1: Blinking Pattern Of Ignition Switch
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