Paper clip method for CEL codes, 2009 HCH

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Jan 8, 2014 | 06:50 PM

drdna

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Paper clip method for CEL codes, 2009 HCH

Is it possible to use the paper clip method to pull CEL codes in the 2009 Honda Civic hybrid? If so, which pins does one short out?

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Jan 9, 2014 | 03:34 AM

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Re: Paper clip method for CEL codes, 2009 HCH

Found the information myself. The answer is yes. You just need to use a paper clip to jumper between the 4 and 9 terminals (see figure).
Thanks to Hunter Fuller (www.youtube.com/watch?v=hpG3Sazz3GA).

Jan 9, 2014 | 08:16 AM

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Re: Paper clip method for CEL codes, 2009 HCH

Why would you want to do that? A number of parts store will check your engine light for free. I used to do the paper clip method on my old obd1 Hondas, but why do it on a OBD2 system? But if that's what you desire to do, then do so. Just stating my opinion, hope it worked out for you.