Interior Light Switch Test/Replacement

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Interior Light Switch Test/Replacement
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.
  1. Remove the center panel (see DASHBOARD CENTER PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 6P connector (A) from the interior light switch (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 6P Connector From Interior Light Switch
    G03706723Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Remove the screws and the switch.
  4. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table shown in Fig 2 .
    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Terminals In Switch Position Table
    G03706724Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the bulb (C) or the interior lights switch.
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