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2017–2023 HONDA WR-V

1.5L I4 i-VTEC FlexFWDgas
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Dead battery / stuck in Park? Emergency neutral procedure for this WR-V
Every control module on the 2017-2022 Honda WR-V — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS)2.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver side dashboard, integrated with steering column assembly
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Steering angle sensor calibration required; torque sensor zero-point learning mandatory
Vehicle Stability Assist Modulator-Control Unit (VSA)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, driver side, mounted to ABS hydraulic unit
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Brake bleeding required after replacement; steering angle sensor calibration mandatory
Body Control Module (BCM)1.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver side dashboard, left of steering column
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Controls all body functions; VIN coding and full configuration required; all keys must be reprogrammed
Transmission Control Module (TCM)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, passenger side firewall, above transmission (CVT models)
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ CVT adaptive values must be reset; test drive relearn required
Immobilizer-Keyless Control Unit (IMOES)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver side dashboard, integrated with BCM or separate module near steering column
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ All keys must be reprogrammed; PCM pairing required; seed-key authentication mandatory
HondaLink Telematics Control Unit (TCU)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind glove box, upper right side
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Subscription reactivation required; cellular network provisioning through Honda servers
Gateway Control Unit (GWY)1.3 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under driver side dashboard, near fuse box
🔧 Honda HDS with dealer authentication
⚠️ Security gateway; dealer PIN required; all modules may need reconfiguration after replacement
Powertrain Control Module (PCM)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine compartment, driver side firewall, behind battery tray
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Immobilizer pairing required; VIN coding mandatory; seed-key authentication enforced
Climate Control Unit (CCU)1.2 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dashboard, behind climate control panel
🔧 Honda HDS or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Actuator relearn required after replacement
Tire Pressure Monitoring System Receiver (TPMS)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Under center console or behind dashboard center stack
🔧 Honda HDS or Autel TS508/MX-Sensor
⚠️ Sensor ID registration required for all four wheels
Supplemental Restraint System Control Unit (SRS)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, under front seats mounting bracket
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Battery disconnect required; wait 3 minutes before removal; VIN coding mandatory
Audio Unit / Display Audio (AU/DA)1.0 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dashboard, integrated with touchscreen display
🔧 Honda HDS or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Radio code entry required on base models; Bluetooth pairing reset needed
Parking Sensor Control Unit (PSU)0.8 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, left side trim panel
🔧 Honda HDS or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Sensor calibration may be required
Gauge Control Module (GCM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind instrument cluster in dashboard
🔧 Honda HDS with i-HDS subscription
⚠️ Mileage programming required; VIN coding mandatory; immobilizer pairing on some trims
Rear View Camera Control Unit (RVC)0.6 hr R&Raftermarket tool +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with rear camera assembly in tailgate
🔧 Honda HDS or Autel MaxiSys
⚠️ Guideline calibration recommended after replacement
Aftermarket tool coverage varies by software version and vehicle build — treat "aftermarket tool" rows as "usually possible" and verify against your tool maker's coverage list before promising a customer. Spot a wrong location or hour? Tell us — corrections ship fast here.
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