Honda Element. Manual — part 567

run the self-diagnostic function, do the following:

1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.

2. Press the recirculation control switch and the rear window defogger switch.

3. While holding the both switches down, turn the ignition switch ON (II).

4. The self-diagnosis will begin, and run for about 15 seconds.

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If there is any problem in the system after self-diagnosis is finished, the recirculation indicator will
blink the Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) 7 through 15.

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If no DTCs are found, the indicator will not blink.

Fig. 7: Identifying HVAC Control Panel Indicator
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Example of DTC indication Pattern (DTC 7)

Fig. 8: DTC Indication Pattern
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Resetting the self-diagnostic Function

Turn the ignition switch OFF to cancel the self-diagnostic function. After completing repair work, run the self-
diagnostic function again to make sure that there are no other malfunctions.

Max Cool Position Function

When the mode control dial is in the MAX A/C position, the heater control panel will automatically select the
Recirculation mode and turn the A/C on. The recirculation switch and A/C switch are disabled and cannot be

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turned off in this mode. If the control panel fails to function as described, replace it.

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

DTC TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

In case of multiple problems, the recirculation indicator will indicate only the DTC with the least number of
blinks.

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING INDEX

DTC (Recirculation Indicator Blinks)

Detection Item

7

An open in the air mix control motor circuit

8

A short in the air mix control motor circuit

9

A problem in the air mix control linkage, door, or
motor

10

A short or open in the mode control motor circuit

11

A problem in the mode control linkage, doors, or
motor

12

A problem in the blower motor circuit

13

A problem in the EEPROM in the heater control
panel; the control panel must be replaced

14

An open in the evaporator temperature sensor
circuit

15

A short in the evaporator temperature sensor circuit

Symptom

Diagnostic procedure

Also check for

Recirculation control
doors do not change
between Fresh and
Recirculate

Recirculation control motor circuit
troubleshooting (see RECIRCULATION
CONTROL MOTOR CIRCUIT
TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 14 (10 A)
in the under-dash
fuse/relay box

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Cleanliness and tightness
of all connectors

Blower, heater controls,
and A/C do not work

Heater control power and ground circuit
troubleshooting (see HEATER CONTROL
POWER AND GROUND CIRCUIT
TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 14(10 A)
in the under-dash
fuse/relay box

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Poor ground at G501

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Cleanliness and tightness
of all connectors

The A/C condenser fan
does not run at all (but

A/C condenser fan circuit troubleshooting (see
A/C CONDENSER FAN CIRCUIT

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Blown fuse No. 1 (30 A) in
the under-hood fuse/relay
box, and No. 14(10 A) in
the under-dash fuse/relay
box

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SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

HEATING/AIR CONDITIONING DOOR POSITIONS

radiator fan runs with
the A/C on)

TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Poor ground at G201

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Cleanliness and tightness
of all connectors

Both fans do not run
with the A/C on (but
the A/C compressor
runs with the A/Con)

Radiator and A/C condenser fans common
circuit troubleshooting (see RADIATOR
AND A/C CONDENSER FAN COMMON
CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 1 (30 A)
and No. 4 (20 A) in the
under-hood fuse/relay box,
and No. 14(10 A) in the
under-dash fuse/relay box

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Poor ground at G201

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Cleanliness and tightness
of all connectors

The A/C compressor
clutch does not engage
(but both fans run with
the A/C on)

A/C compressor clutch circuit troubleshooting
(see A/C COMPRESSOR CLUTCH
CIRCUIT TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Blown fuse No. 1 (30 A) in
the under-hood fuse/relay
box, and No. 14 (10 A) in
the under-dash fuse/relay
box

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Cleanliness and tightness
of all connectors

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Blower motor operation

A/C system does not
come on (both fans and
the A/C compressor do
not work); heater is OK

A/C pressure switch circuit troubleshooting
(see A/C PRESSURE SWITCH CIRCUIT
TROUBLESHOOTING )

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Cleanliness and tightness
of all connectors

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Faulty evaporator
temperature sensor

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Fig. 9: Identifying Heating/Air Conditioning Door Positions (1 Of 2)
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