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2002 Honda Civic Si

Power Tailgate Outside Handle Switch Test/Replacement

2002 Honda Civic SiSECTION Power Tailgate Outside Handle 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 tailgate trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TAILGATE AREA ).
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the power tailgate outside handle switch (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 2P Connector From Power Tailgate Outside Handle Switch
    G03707166Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Check for continuity between the tailgate outside handle switch 2P connector No. 1 and No. 2 terminals.
    • There should be continuity when the tailgate outside handle is pulled.
    • There should be no continuity when the tailgate outside handle is released.
  4. If the continuity check is not as specified, remove the two nuts, then remove the tailgate trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TAILGATE AREA ), and the switch.
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