Trouble Shooting: Notes

NOTE: Manufacturer recommends in Acura Service News bulletin number ASN 0195-05 that prior to replacing DPMS for any failure uncovered in TROUBLE SHOOTING, reset the module. To reset, remove No. 15 fuse from underhood fuse box for at least 30 seconds.

Driver's Position Memory Systems (DPMS) control unit includes self-diagnostics, which records up to 5 circuit-related problems. Diagnostic trouble codes may be retrieved from DPMS to aid in trouble shooting. A memory switch is used to display any stored trouble codes. Trouble shoot DPMS in specific order only as follows:

Check power and ground circuits. See Fig 1 and Fig 2 .
Perform automatic adjustment mode operations. See AUTOMATIC ADJUSTMENT MODE .
Locate appropriate flow chart based on symptom. See SYMPTOM TROUBLE SHOOTING table. See appropriate FLOW CHART under SYSTEM TESTS .
Retrieve trouble codes and perform test steps in appropriate flow chart. See RETRIEVING TROUBLE CODES under SELF-DIAGNOSTIC SYSTEM.
Test components and replace as necessary. See COMPONENT TESTS and REMOVAL & INSTALLATION .

Fig 1: Power & Ground Circuit Trouble Shooting Chart

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Fig 2: Driver's Position Memory Systems Control Unit Connectors

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Fig 3: Power Seat Control Unit Connectors

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Fig 4: Steering Column Control Unit Connectors

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NOTE: Make all voltage checks with connectors attached. Make all continuity checks with connectors disconnected. Use care when backprobing to prevent electrical shorts or damage to insulation and terminals. All connectors are shown from the wire side.