Check for continuity between ECM/PCM connector terminal B6 and body ground. Is there continuity?
YES | - | Repair short in the wire between the ECM/PCM (B6) and the VTEC solenoid valve, then go to Step 11 .
NO | - | Go to Step 18 .
Replace the VTEC solenoid valve. Reconnect all connectors. Turn the ignition switch ON (II). Reset the ECM/PCM with the HDS. Do the ECM/PCM idle learn procedure. Do the VTEC TEST in the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs in the DTCs MENU with the HDS. Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated?
YES | - | If DTC P2648 is indicated, check for poor connections or loose terminals at the VTEC solenoid valve and the ECM/PCM, then go to Step 1 . If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NO | - | Go to Step 17 .
Monitor the OBD STATUS for DTC P2648 in the DTCs MENU with the HDS. Does the screen indicate PASSED?
YES | - | Troubleshooting is complete.■
NO | - | If the screen indicates FAILED, go to Step 1 and recheck. If the screen indicates NOT COMPLETED, go to Step 15 and recheck.
Update the ECM/PCM if it does not have the latest software, or substitute a known-good ECM/PCM. Do the VTEC TEST in the INSPECTION MENU with the HDS. Check for Temporary DTCs or DTCs in the DTCs MENU with the HDS. Are any Temporary DTCs or DTCs indicated?
YES | - | If DTC P2648 is indicated, check for poor connections or loose terminals at the VTEC solenoid valve and the ECM/PCM, then go to Step 1 . If any other Temporary DTCs or DTCs are indicated, go to the indicated DTC's troubleshooting.
NO | - | If the ECM/PCM was updated, troubleshooting is complete. If the ECM/PCM was substituted, replace the original ECM/PCM. ■