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Mode Control Motor Test

  1. Disconnect the 7P connector from the mode control motor.
    NOTE: Incorrectly applying power and ground to the mode control motor will damage it. Follow the instructions carefully.
  2. Connect battery power to the No. 1 terminal of the mode control motor, and ground the No. 7 terminal. To avoid damaging the mode control motor, do not reverse power and ground. Using a jumper wire, connect the No. 7 terminal individually to the No. 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 terminal in that order. Each time the connection is made, the mode control motor should run smoothly and stop. If the mode control motor does not run when jumping the first terminal, jump that terminal again after jumping the other terminals. The mode control motor is OK if it runs when jumping the first terminal again.
    Fig 1: Identifying Mode Control Motor
    G03682699Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. If the mode control motor did not run in step  2, remove it, then check the mode control linkage and doors for smooth movement.
    • If the linkage and doors move smoothly, replace the mode control motor.
    • If the linkage or doors stick or bind, repair them as needed.
  4. If there is no continuity for a moment at each terminal, replace the mode control motor.