Sliding Door Pinch Sensor Test/Replacement

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Sliding Door Pinch Sensor 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 sliding door panel (see SLIDING DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the pinch sensor (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 2P Connector From Pinch Sensor
    G03707078Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Measure resistance between the pinch sensor 2P connector No. 1 and No. 2 terminals.

    The resistance should vary from about 1 k Ω to about 120 Ω when the sensor is pressed.

  4. If the resistance is not as specified, remove the screws, then replace the pinch sensor.
  5. Install in the reverse order of removal. After installing, make sure the sliding door operates properly.
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