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Door Key Cylinder Switch Test
2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Door Key Cylinder Switch Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Honda Odyssey and 2005 Honda Odyssey. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
- Remove the driver's door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
- Disconnect the 3P connector from the key cylinder switch.
- Check for continuity between the terminals.
- There should be continuity between the No. 2 and No. 3 terminals when the door key cylinder switch is in LOCK position. (Except VAN and LX models)
- There should be no continuity between the No. 2 and No. 3 terminals when the door key cylinder switch is in the neutral or UNLOCK position. (Except VAN and LX models)
- There should be continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals when the door key cylinder switch is in UNLOCK position.
- There should be no continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals when the door key cylinder switch is in the neutral or LOCK position.
- If the continuity is not as specified, replace the door key cylinder assembly (see FRONT DOOR OUTER HANDLE REPLACEMENT ).
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When to See a Mechanic
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.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.