Obstruction Detection

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Obstruction Detection
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When the power sliding door control unit detects an obstruction in sliding door path (change in sliding door motor speed), sliding door motor is stopped, buzzer sounds 3 times and motor reverses its direction. If power sliding door control unit detects an obstruction 3 times, the entire system will shut down and doors must be operated manually.

If shift lever is moved out of Park, or vehicle speed exceeds 3 MPH while sliding door is closing, buzzer will sound, door will stop momentarily, then door will continue to close rest of way.

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Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
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