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Transmission Range Switch Test

  1. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).
  2. Remove the battery trim and the left upper fender cover.
  3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable.
  4. Remove the battery hold-down bracket, and remove the battery and the battery tray.
  5. Remove the intake air duct (see THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ) and the air cleaner assembly (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
  6. Remove the battery base.
  7. Disconnect the transmission range switch connector.
    Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Range Switch Connector
    G05459114Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Check for continuity between the terminals at the switch connector. There should be continuity between the terminals in the following table for each switch position.

    Transmission Range Switch Connector 

    Fig 2: Identifying Transmission Range Switch Connector Terminals
    G05459115Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Transmission range switch test is finished if the test results are OK.

    If there is no continuity between any terminals, check that the transmission range switch installation. If the switch installation is OK, replace the switch (see TRANSMISSION RANGE SWITCH REPLACEMENT  ).

  10. Check the connector for rust, dirt, or oil, clean or repair if necessary, then connect the connector securely.
  11. Install the battery base.
  12. Install the intake air duct (see THROTTLE BODY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ) and the air cleaner assembly (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
  13. Install the battery tray, the battery, and the battery hold-down bracket, then connect the battery terminals.
  14. Install the left upper fender cover and the battery trim.
  15. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped). Set the clock (on vehicles without navigation).