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Park Pin Switch Test

  1. Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REAR SECTION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the transmission gear selection switch/ park pin switch/A/T gear position indicator panel light connector.
    Fig 1: Identifying A/T Gear Position Indicator Panel Light Connector
    G05459163Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    Terminal side of male terminals

  3. Shift the shift lever into P, then check for continuity between connector terminals No. 1 and No. 4. There should be no continuity.
  4. Shift out of P, and check for continuity between terminals No. 1 and No. 4. There should be continuity.
  5. If the park pin switch fails the test, replace it.
  6. Install the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REAR SECTION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).