It's in the overhead Console.

 

Thank you



I appreciate the assistance. A picture is worth 1k words. Is it as simple as removing the moonroof switch to access the the screws to remove the console?

Thank you...

 

This will probably be helpful: http://www.mdxers.org/forums/37-ins...-pics-v1-hardwire-mirror-dimmer-via-roof-console-2004-roof-console-removal.html

 

Carguy07 thanks very much...you're right it is very helpful. Perfect in fact.:6:

 

Is it as simple as removing the moonroof switch to access the the screws to remove the console?

 

Let me know if you figure out the issue. I'm having intermittent problems with my HFL not working at times.

 

Going to try the unplug and plug suggestion from HFL this evening. Not expecting much based on other's comments. But like they say nothing ventured nothing gained. I'll let you know how it goes.

 

I have the same problem, let me know if it works.

 

It worked....thanks to all who helped.

Do to the kindness of strangers I've been able to successfully DIY my HFL issue.

Even though others weren't successful by simply unplugging and replugging the HFL unit, it worked for me.

I unplugged the HFL unit and ran the Nav diagnostics...it showed all systems ok (green) except the HFL (red). I turned off the vehicle and after 10 minutes I reconnected the HFL and started the engine and tried the talk button and it worked.

Of course when I tried to give it a command it didn't work because I hadn't yet connected the light/mic/on-star cluster. Once connected we were back in business.

Not having cash for repair of this type of luxury item I was pleased and grateful for everyone's help and a working HFL.

Now if I could get the photo links to work for the rear AC transistor replacement I'll be set.

Thanks again everyone.

 

"Now if I could get the photo links to work for the rear AC transistor replacement I'll be set"

From the sister Pilot site, same thing for this and lots of stuff.:29:

Rear blower Transistor Fix - Honda Pilot - Honda Pilot Forums

 

So, this little green control board on top of the lights and garage door opener?

 

Are you asking if that is the HFL? No it is not. I haven't removed that circuit board but I believe that is toward the rear of the car from the HFL board. The HFL is the very front part of the overhead console toward the windshield, behind the grey (or tan) cover. The only thing in front of it is the black box on the window that controls the auto wipers if you have that.

The HFL circuit board comes out in that grey (or tan) case, and then you have to remove it from the case and replace the case.

 

In an 06, the HFL is in the overhead console inside a black plastic cover. I’ve replaced it and looks like the one in the circuit board in the picture. Now, there might be other HFL components located elsewhere but the board that’s usually the topic of these posts is the one in the overhead console.

IMO, the HFL was pretty good back in the day but not needed if you have a newer phone and phone mount. I had a TL too but disconnected the HFL instead of replacing it when I had the battery drain issue.

 

Here is mine from an 06. The grey cover plate would be on the other side of the black case.

Note unless they changed the design, while it looks sorta similar the plug is a different size, there are no light bulbs mounted to it, and no accessories on the bottom like what looks like a switch popped onto the PCB in yours.

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