04-29-2017, 04:23 PM
There are 2 ways to retrieve DTCs. The dealer uses a laptop interface to read the exact code, (8-2 for example, for TPS high voltage test).
We count blinks, which gives a simple code (8 for example, which means the TPS is the problem area), and we do all the troubleshooting that starts with 8.
On the DTC Index page (5-12 of the 2013 Manual) the first column lists the DTC as a code with a dash between, followed by the simple code's number in parenthesis.
The long flash has a value of 10, so 8 long flashes is 80, and short flashes have a value of 1, so 5 short flashes is 5, for a simple code 85. It is not 8-5.
Now, there is no diagnosis for code 85 listed, but that doesn't mean it is not a code 85. The ECM is a computer and the troubleshooting listed is for normally expected failures in the US market. Aftermarket accessories such as HID or LED headlights and tracking devices have been known to cause problems. And like any computer, you may have a random unexpected glitch that no one can explain or re-create.
I'm curious if there are any aftermarket accessories, or other modifications installed, or a gas fill-up before the problem started. Next thing I would do is siphon the gas out and fill it with fresh juice. Then take it to a dealer. Your bike has a 5 year, 18,641 mile emissions warranty, if it has not been tampered with and has no accessories that may affect it, and this certainly sounds like it is not mechanical. If you can record the code on video, the dealer may need it for diagnosis.
We count blinks, which gives a simple code (8 for example, which means the TPS is the problem area), and we do all the troubleshooting that starts with 8.
On the DTC Index page (5-12 of the 2013 Manual) the first column lists the DTC as a code with a dash between, followed by the simple code's number in parenthesis.
The long flash has a value of 10, so 8 long flashes is 80, and short flashes have a value of 1, so 5 short flashes is 5, for a simple code 85. It is not 8-5.
Now, there is no diagnosis for code 85 listed, but that doesn't mean it is not a code 85. The ECM is a computer and the troubleshooting listed is for normally expected failures in the US market. Aftermarket accessories such as HID or LED headlights and tracking devices have been known to cause problems. And like any computer, you may have a random unexpected glitch that no one can explain or re-create.
I'm curious if there are any aftermarket accessories, or other modifications installed, or a gas fill-up before the problem started. Next thing I would do is siphon the gas out and fill it with fresh juice. Then take it to a dealer. Your bike has a 5 year, 18,641 mile emissions warranty, if it has not been tampered with and has no accessories that may affect it, and this certainly sounds like it is not mechanical. If you can record the code on video, the dealer may need it for diagnosis.
