Combination Switch Control Unit Input Test

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Combination Switch Control Unit Input Test
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  1. Remove the steering column covers (see STEERING COLUMN REMOVAL AND INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 8P connector from the wiper/washer switch.
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 8P Connector From Wiper/Washer Switch
    G03706627Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Inspect the connector and socket 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. Reconnect the connector to the control unit, and make these input tests at the connector.
    • If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
    • If all the input tests prove OK, the combination switch control unit must be faulty, replace the wiper/washer switch.
    POSSIBLE CAUSE

    Cavity Wire Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained
    3 BLK Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground: There should be less than 1 V.
    • Poor ground (G601)
    • An open in the wire
    8 WHT/RED Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.
    • Blown No. 7 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
    • An open in the wire
    7 YEL Ignition switch ON (II) Check for voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.
    • Blown No. 21 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
    • An open in the wire
    4 LT GRN Under all conditions Check for continuity between No. 4 terminal and the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box connector X (39P) No. 27 terminal:
    There should be continuity.
    An open in the wire
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