VSA OFF Switch Test

2006 Honda Pilot EX, 3.5 YF2, J35Z1SECTION VSA OFF Switch Test
  1. Make sure the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Remove the switch panel (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying VSA OFF Switch And Switch Panel
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  3. Disconnect the VSA OFF switch 13P connector (B).
  4. Remove the VSA OFF switch (C) from the switch panel.
  5. Check for continuity between the VSA OFF switch 13P connector terminals No. 11 and No. 12. There should be continuity when the switch is pressed, and no continuity when the switch is released.
    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between VSA Off Switch 13P Connector Terminals No. 11 And No. 12
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  6. Check for continuity between the VSA OFF switch 13P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 5. There should be continuity at all times.
    Fig 3: Checking Continuity Between VSA Off Switch 13P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 5
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