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Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement

NOTE: If the accessory power socket does not work, check the No. 13 (20 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and ground (G502) first.
  1. Remove the center lower trim (see DRIVER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the accessory power socket (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying 2P Connector And Accessory Power Socket
    G06431738Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Inspect the connector terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.
    • If the terminals are bent, loose, or corroded, repair them as necessary and recheck the system.
    • If the terminals look OK, go to step 4.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to ACC (I).
  5. Measure the voltage between the accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 1 and body ground. There should be battery voltage.
    • If there is battery voltage, go to step 6.
    • If there is no battery voltage, check for an open in the wire.
  6. Measure the voltage between accessory power socket terminals No. 1 and No. 2. There should be battery voltage.
    • If there is battery voltage, go to step 7.
    • If there is no battery voltage, check for an open in the wire.
  7. Remove the socket (A).
    Fig 2: Identifying Socket
    G06431739Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Remove the housing (A) from the panel.
    Fig 3: Identifying Housing
    G06431740Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  9. Install the power socket in the reverse order of removal.