Ignition Switch Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Pilot, 2010 Honda Pilot, 2009 Honda Pilot, and 2008 Honda Pilot. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SRS components are located in the area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before performing repairs or servicing.

Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).
Remove the steering column covers (see PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD TRIM VENT ).
Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the ignition switch (B).

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch 5P Connector
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Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.

Fig 2: Continuity Chart
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If the continuity does not agree with the table, replace the ignition switch (see TEST ).
Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION ).