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2018 Honda Accord Supported Services

2018 Honda Accord

ADAS calibration, module programming, and security relearns

Multiple trim levels available. ADAS feature availability varies by trim and options package. Contact us for specific trim calibration requirements.

Technical snapshot
  • Platform Honda CV1/CV2/CV3 (10th Gen Accord sedan)
  • CAN Architecture Honda F-CAN (powertrain, 500 kbps) + B-CAN (body, 125 kbps); OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14 HS-CAN under driver dash
  • Security Honda Smart Entry - DST-AES transponder; no OBD pin extraction; AKL requires Honda iN dealer authorization + HDS; max 8 keys

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OVERVIEW

Expert ADAS calibration, module programming, and diagnostic recovery for the 2018 Honda Accord. On this vehicle we cover documented systems include Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), and Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), this Honda CV1/CV2/CV3 (10th Gen Accord sedan) platform vehicle, Honda DST-AES Smart Entry (10th Gen CV1-CV8) immobilizer support. Mobile across the DFW Metroplex; mail-in module service is available nationwide.

Platform
Honda CV1/CV2/CV3 (10th Gen Accord sedan)
Production
2008-present
Trim Levels
Multiple trim levels available. ADAS feature availability varies by trim and options package. Contact us for specific trim calibration requirements.
Drivetrain
FWD
Engine
-
CAN Speed
Honda F-CAN (powertrain, 500 kbps) + B-CAN (body, 125 kbps); OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14 HS-CAN under driver dash
YEAR-SPECIFIC NOTES

VIN / Build Split

VIN pos 4-8 identifies model/body/transmission/engine. Honda WMI: 1HG, 2HG, 5J6. Position 4-5 = model code. Position 10 = model year code.

SERVICE SNAPSHOT

Exact-year service summary for 2018 Honda Accord

ADAS coverage

This 2018 Honda Accord page documents 5 ADAS systems, including Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), and Lane Keep Assist / Lane Departure Warning (LKA/LDW).

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Calibration triggers

Documented calibration triggers include Windshield Replacement, Front Bumper Repair or Replacement, EPS Unit Replacement, and Rear Deck Lid or Camera Replacement. Use the ADAS tab for the full trigger list.

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Target setup planning

Approved target-planning data maps this vehicle family to LAM01-04-L&LAM01-04-R. Primary Acura/Honda static target set for FCW/LDW and LKAS forward-camera calibration planning. Confirm VIN, trim, DTCs, sensor part number, and scan-tool procedure before setup.

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Programmable modules

This page indexes 20 programmable module records across SRS, ECU, BCM, TCU/TCM, ABS, and IPC coverage.

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Gateway and security

This page includes 2 gateway, immobilizer, or key-security records for this 2018 Honda Accord.

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Core Auto Logic capability

Core Auto Logic supports exact-year diagnostics, ADAS calibration, module programming, and security-access planning for the 2018 Honda Accord using the documented systems and module data on this page.

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EXACT-YEAR DIFFERENTIATORS

What changes on this exact year

Feature availability

Honda Sensing: Collision Mitigation Braking System/Automatic Emergency Braking, - Standard; Platform: Honda CV1/CV2/CV3 (10th Gen Accord sedan) - Confirmed

Driver-assist suite

Honda Sensing: Collision Mitigation Braking System/Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keeping Assist System, LDWS, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation - standard EX and above; optional/not available base LX (verify 2018 trim)

VIN and build split

VIN pos 4-8 identifies model/body/transmission/engine. Honda WMI: 1HG, 2HG, 5J6. Position 4-5 = model code. Position 10 = model year code.

Infotainment context

Honda Display Audio 8" touchscreen; Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (EX+); Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation on Touring; no OTA

Network and access

CAN: Honda F-CAN (powertrain, 500 kbps) + B-CAN (body, 125 kbps); OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14 HS-CAN under driver dash

TOOL ACCESS MATRIX

Tool access for this exact year

Representative tool access paths for this exact model year, gated by the vehicle data and source packet we currently trust.

Factory scan, coding, and calibration access

Honda HDS / i-HDS / Honda Diagnostic Software

Factory routines and secure server authorization control this path when aftermarket coverage is not enough for the VIN.

ADAS scan, setup, and verification

Autel, Launch Tech, Topdon

Used where aftermarket coverage supports the procedure; OEM software remains required for locked factory routines.

Bench cloning and chip-level recovery

Alientech / Autotuner / Orange5 / Scanmatik / Flex / VVDI2 / PCMFlash / CGDI / X-Prog

Used only when the module, donor data, EEPROM, MCU, or crash-data workflow requires bench or chip-level handling.

Bench/chip-level only

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SUPPORTED SYSTEMS

What we service on this vehicle

Documented module coverage for the 2018 Honda Accord. Counts reflect modules our techs have programmed or calibrated on this exact platform.

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Feature availability 2

Honda Sensing: Collision Mitigation Braking System/Automatic Emergency Braking

Standard

Calibration required after windshield replacement, camera/radar service, or structural repair affecting sensor alignment.

Platform: Honda CV1/CV2/CV3 (10th Gen Accord sedan)

Confirmed

Verify platform code matches when cross-referencing part numbers across model years.

WHAT WE RESOLVE

Common issues on this vehicle

Common Honda Accord issues we resolve on this platform: Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), and Lane Keep Assist / Lane Departure Warning (LKA/LDW) recalibration after windshield/bumper/suspension/CCM service. Module programming for replacement ECU/PCM, BCM, TCU, or accessory modules - Honda CV1/CV2/CV3 (10th Gen Accord sedan) platform uses Honda F-CAN (powertrain, 500 kbps) + B-CAN (body, 125 kbps); OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14 HS-CAN under driver dash.

ADAS CALIBRATION MATRIX

ADAS systems on this vehicle

Honda Sensing: Collision Mitigation Braking System/Automatic Emergency Braking, Lane Keeping Assist System, LDWS, Adaptive Cruise Control with Low-Speed Follow, Road Departure Mitigation - standard EX and above; optional/not available base LX (verify 2018 trim)

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SystemTypeCategoryCal. TypeSupportedPart #Actions
Forward Camera (Monocular)Forward CameraCameraStatic YES36160-TVA-A01
Forward Radar (77GHz)Front RadarRadarStatic YES36802-TVA-A01
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)Front RadarRadarStatic YES36802-TVA-A01
Lane Keep Assist / Lane Departure Warning (LKA/LDW)Forward CameraCameraStatic YES36160-TVA-A01
Rear View CameraRear CameraCameraStatic YES39530-TVA
WHEN IS CALIBRATION REQUIRED?

Triggers for ADAS recalibration

Windshield Replacement Affected: Honda Sensing Camera - CMBS, LKAS, LDWS, ACC, RDM

HDS static calibration mandatory after windshield R&R. Use 10th Gen Accord (CV) calibration procedure. Level surface required. Target board at ~1m from front bumper. All Sensing DTCs must clear before delivery.

Front Bumper Repair or Replacement Affected: Forward Radar (77GHz) - ACC, CMBS

HDS radar boresight calibration after bumper R&R or radar replacement. Bumper cover must be reinstalled before final calibration. Verify CMBS and ACC post-calibration.

EPS Unit Replacement Affected: EPS, LKAS

HDS EPS torque sensor zero calibration required after EPS unit replacement. Level surface, steering centered. LKAS relies on EPS torque signal - verify LKAS function on road test after EPS service.

Rear Deck Lid or Camera Replacement Affected: Backup Camera

No calibration required. HDS camera ID check. Verify dynamic guidelines on Display Audio.

Any Collision Affected: SRS ECU, Honda Sensing camera/radar, deployed airbags

Full HDS scan. SRS ECU with deployment data = replace only. Check all Honda Sensing components physically. Verify all DTCs clear before delivery.

Any Module Replacement Affected: ECM, BCM, SRS ECU, Keyless Access Unit

HDS programming + VIN registration for all replaced modules. IMMO seed write on ECM replacement. AKL/key registration: Honda iN authorization required.

Forward Camera Replacement

Camera module replacement requires full recalibration using HDS.

Forward Radar Replacement

Radar module replacement requires alignment/calibration using HDS.

SRS Modules

SRS Control Unit 77960-T3V-A011-M4
Part number
77960-T3V-A011-M4
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Denso
Notes
Requires Honda HDS or J2534 for SRS reset. DTC B1000 common after crash clear. Battery disconnect required before removal. Module relearn via HDS after installation.
SRS Control Unit 77960-T3V-A020-M4
Part number
77960-T3V-A020-M4
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Denso
Notes
Requires Honda HDS or J2534 for SRS reset. DTC B1000 common after crash clear. Battery disconnect required before removal. Module relearn via HDS after installation.
SRS Control Unit 77960-TVA-F330-M4
Part number
77960-TVA-F330-M4
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Denso
Notes
Requires Honda HDS or J2534 for SRS reset. DTC B1000 common after crash clear. Battery disconnect required before removal. Module relearn via HDS after installation.
SRS Control Unit 77960-TWA-A410-M4
Part number
77960-TWA-A410-M4
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Denso
Notes
Requires Honda HDS or J2534 for SRS reset. DTC B1000 common after crash clear. Battery disconnect required before removal. Module relearn via HDS after installation.
SRS Control Unit 77960-TWA-A440-M4
Part number
77960-TWA-A440-M4
Location
Under center console
Manufacturer
Denso
Notes
Requires Honda HDS or J2534 for SRS reset. DTC B1000 common after crash clear. Battery disconnect required before removal. Module relearn via HDS after installation.

ECU Modules

ECM - 1.5L L15BE VTEC Turbo (1.5T) 37820-5AA
Part number
37820-5AA
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Denso SH72544R
Notes
HDS/i-HDS Programming Port flash programming. VIN registration + IMMO seed write after replacement. Throttle position init and idle learn via HDS. Verify injector data (QR code entry if required on this engine). Part suffix varies by sub-trim.
ECM - 2.0L K20CA VTEC Turbo (2.0T) 37820-6B2
Part number
37820-6B2
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Denso
Notes
HDS/i-HDS Programming Port flash programming. VIN registration + IMMO seed write. Separate ECM family from 1.5T.
TCM - CVT (1.5T LX/Sport/EX) 28100-5MX
Part number
28100-5MX
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Denso
Notes
HDS TCM programming after replacement. CVT adaptive relearn: 50-100 miles mixed driving. Honda CVT fluid required.
TCM - 10AT (2.0T Sport/Touring) 28100-6C8
Part number
28100-6C8
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Denso
Notes
10-speed automatic TCM programming via HDS. Adaptive relearn required. Honda ATF DW-1.
Electric Power Steering Control Unit (EPS) 39980-TVA-A01
Part number
39980-TVA-A01
Protocol / method
OBD Programming Port
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Renesas
Notes
HDS EPS init + torque sensor zero calibration after replacement. Level surface, steering centered. LKAS function depends on EPS torque signal - verify Honda Sensing LKAS after EPS replacement.

BCM Modules

Body Control Module (BCM) 38809-TVA-A01
Part number
38809-TVA-A01
Security
EEPROM
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
HDS BCM programming + VIN registration after replacement. Controls power locks, lighting, TPMS, windows. Verify all body functions post-replacement.
Keyless Access Control Unit (Smart Entry ECU) 35100-TVA-A01
Part number
35100-TVA-A01
Security
DST-AES
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
No
Notes
DST-AES transponder - no OBD pin extraction. Replacement requires Honda iN dealer authorization + HDS key registration. All previously registered keys erased. Max 8 keys. All customer keys must be present for re-registration.

TCU / TCM Transmission Modules

TCU - CVT Continuously Variable 28100-6A7
Part number
28100-6A7
Protocol / method
J2534
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
Yes
Chip / MCU
Renesas SH72546
Notes
Complete redesign. Honda HDS or J2534 required. Honda HCF-2 CVT fluid. TCM relearn via drive cycle. VIN coding required.
TCU - 10AT 10-Speed Auto 28100-6B0
Part number
28100-6B0
Protocol / method
J2534
Coding required
Yes
Cloning supported
No
Chip / MCU
Renesas SH72546
Notes
10-speed for 2.0T models. Honda HDS required. Honda ATF DW-1. TCM relearn via drive cycle. VIN coding mandatory.

ABS / Brake Modules

ABS/VSA Modulator-Control Unit 57110-TVA-A01
Part number
57110-TVA-A01
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
HDS ABS/VSA initialization after replacement. Power bleed via HDS automated solenoid sequence. Steering angle sensor zero-point calibration required: HDS SAS reset then drive straight 35+ mph. Firm brake pedal before road test.

Other Modules (IPC, SAS)

Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) 78100-TVA-A01
Part number
78100-TVA-A01
Cloning supported
Yes
Notes
IPC cloning required for mileage preservation during replacement. Use Launch advanced programming tool or EEPROM programming tool for EEPROM read/write.
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS)
Coding required
Yes
Notes
INTEGRATED (clock spring / steering column module
Steering Angle Sensor (SAS)
Coding required
Yes
Notes
cross-year extension)

Connectivity & Accessories

Display Audio Head Unit (8") 39100-TVA-A01
Part number
39100-TVA-A01
Notes
HDS audio system diagnostic. VIN registration. CarPlay/Android Auto on EX+. Navigation on Touring.
IPC (Instrument Panel Cluster) 78100-TVA-A01
Part number
78100-TVA-A01
Notes
HDS IPC programming after replacement. VIN registration.
ARCHITECTURE & CONNECTIVITY

Architecture & Connectivity

Body Construction
Honda ACE Unibody - Advanced High-Strength Steel with Ultra-High-Tensile Steel reinforcement
OBD Protocol
ISO 15765-4 CAN (500 kbps)
CAN Architecture
Honda F-CAN (powertrain, 500 kbps) + B-CAN (body, 125 kbps); OBD2 DLC Pin 6/14 HS-CAN under driver dash
Infotainment
Honda Display Audio 8" touchscreen; Apple CarPlay/Android Auto (EX+); Honda Satellite-Linked Navigation on Touring; no OTA
OTA Capable
No
ECU/TCM Unlocking
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ECU/TCM Flashing
Confirmed
Reviewed coverage: 2018 - 1.5T (L15BE), 2.0T (K20C4), 2.0i Hybrid (LFB), 2.2L i-CTDi (N22A2), 2.2L i-DTEC (N22A2).
Confirm the exact engine, ECU, and any prerequisite access method before service.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

FAQ

How much does ADAS calibration cost for a 2018 Honda Accord?

ADAS calibration pricing for a 2018 Honda Accord depends on which of its 5 documented systems need work after a repair. This vehicle is documented with Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC), Lane Keep Assist / Lane Departure Warning (LKA/LDW), and Rear View Camera. We provide a fixed quote after confirming the operations performed - send the VIN, the repair scope (windshield R&R, bumper work, alignment, collision), and any DTCs so the quote response can include a real number.

Can you reset the airbag light on a 2018 Honda Accord?

Yes. The 2018 Honda Accord uses a factory SRS control module that we support. We read and clear stored crash data, then restore the module to factory status so the airbag warning light goes out and the system returns to full operation. Reference part number on this vehicle: 77960-T3V-A011-M4. Mobile diagnosis and programming are available in DFW, and mail-in module service is available nationwide. Send the part number and a description of what triggered the light, and we will provide a quote and scheduling window.

What is needed after replacing the windshield on a 2018 Honda Accord?

After windshield replacement on a 2018 Honda Accord, Forward Camera (Monocular), Forward Radar (77GHz), Lane Keep Assist / Lane Departure Warning (LKA/LDW), and Rear View Camera rely on the forward-facing camera and require recalibration before the systems return to operation. We perform the calibration on-site in the DFW Metroplex with OE target fixtures. Mail-in module service is available nationwide for eligible module work.

How long does a 2018 Honda Accord module service take?

Most 2018 Honda Accord onsite jobs are typically scheduled within 24-48 hours once vehicle readiness, access, and route timing are confirmed. This vehicle has roughly 16 programmable modules documented in our database (5 ECU, 2 BCM, 2 TCU, 1 ABS, plus IPC/SAS/gateway/accessory). Mobile module work and ADAS calibration are scheduled in the DFW service area after quote review. Mail-in module service is available nationwide.

Do you cover the 2018 Honda Accord on-site, or is this mail-in only?

We run a mobile unit across the DFW Metroplex for on-vehicle work (ADAS calibration, post-repair recoding, and supported module work). Mail-in module service is available nationwide. Quote the work and we will confirm the active service path for the 2018 Honda Accord. Do not ship a module unless support confirms next steps.

What kind of warranty do you offer on 2018 Honda Accord programming?

Every programming, cloning, and calibration job on the 2018 Honda Accord is backed by a workmanship warranty covering the scope of work we performed: 1-year unlimited on all flashes, clones, and ADAS calibrations. If a module we programmed or a calibration we performed fails to function as expected, return it and we restore it at no charge. The warranty covers our work; it does not cover unrelated mechanical or electrical failure of the module itself.

Which modules on a 2018 Honda Accord can you actually service?

We program, clone, repair, or replace the full programmable-module stack on a 2018 Honda Accord. For this vehicle our database documents:

  • 5 engine control (ECU/PCM)
  • 2 transmission control (TCU/TCM)
  • 2 body control (BCM and related)
  • 1 ABS / brake control (EBCM)
  • 1 immobilizer / security
  • 1 key & fob
  • 1 instrument cluster (IPC)
  • 2 steering angle sensor (SAS)
  • 5 ADAS module

Send the VIN and the operations performed and we will confirm support and pricing.

Additional Module Part Numbers

Additional OEM-sourced part numbers for the 2018 Honda Accord covering ADAS, ECU/PCM, BCM, TCU/TCM, SRS, ABS/EBCM, instrument cluster (IPC), gateway, and steering angle sensor modules when available. These reference numbers assist technicians with module identification and sourcing prior to programming.

ADAS Module Part Numbers
36160-TVA-A02
ECU / PCM Part Numbers
37820-6B2-A55, 37820-6B2-A56
BCM / Body Module Part Numbers
38809-TVA-A01, 35100-TVA-A01
TCU / TCM Part Numbers
28100-6A7, 28100-6B0
SRS / Airbag Module Part Numbers
77960-T3V-A011-M4, 77960-T3V-A020-M4, 77960-TVA-F330-M4, 77960-TWA-A410-M4, 77960-TWA-A440-M4
ABS / EBCM Part Numbers
57110-TVA-A02
Instrument Cluster (IPC) Part Numbers
78100-TVA-A01
Transmission Control Module (TCM) Part Numbers
28100-6A7, 28100-6B0

Part numbers are OEM base references. Verify exact suffix via VIN-specific build data before ordering. Core Auto Logic provides mobile programming services for all listed modules in the DFW area.

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