SH-AWD Control Unit Initialization

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Acura MDX, 2008 Acura MDX, and 2007 Acura MDX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Whenever the SH-AWD control unit is replaced, it must initialized.

With the ignition switch to LOCK (0), connect the HDS to the 16P DLC (A) behind the driver's dashboard lower cover.

Fig 1: Identifying Data Link Connector
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Turn the ignition switch to ON (II), go to the miscellaneous test menu/neutral menu/all sensor and follow the prompts on the HDS screen.
NOTE: See the HDS help menu for specific instructions.