Tailgate Outer Handle Switch Test/Replacement

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

Remove the tailgate lower trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TAILGATE AREA ).
Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the tailgate outer handle switch.

Fig 1: Identifying Tailgate Outer Handle Switch 2P Connector
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Check for continuity between tailgate outer handle switch 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
- There should be continuity when the tailgate outer handle is pulled.
- There should be no continuity when the tailgate outer handle is released.
Remove the tailgate outer handle (see TAILGATE HANDLE REPLACEMENT ).
Remove the six screws and the outer cover (A).

Fig 2: Identifying Six Screws And The Outer Cover (A)
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Remove the two screws and the tailgate outer handle switch (B).