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Power Tilt/Telescopic Steering Motor Test

  1. Remove the steering column covers (see COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 6P connector and 8P connector from the power tilt/telescopic steering motors.
    Fig 1: Identifying Telescopic Motor 6P Connector And Tilt Motor 8P Connector Terminals
    G08053987Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Check each motor by connecting power and ground according to the table. When the motor stops running, disconnect battery power immediately.

    TILT MOTOR: 

    Fig 2: Tilt Motor Continuity Reference Chart
    G08053988Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

    TELESCOPIC MOTOR: 

    Fig 3: Telescopic Motor Continuity Reference Chart
    G08053989Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. If the motor does not run or fails to run smoothly; replace the steering column assembly (see STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).