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Back-up Light Switch Test

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NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
  1. Remove the left rear engine compartment cover (A) and the left side engine compartment cover (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Left Side Engine Compartment Cover
    G05458531Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the audio system and the navigation system (if equipped).
  3. Disconnect the negative cable from the battery, then disconnect the positive cable.
  4. Remove the battery.
  5. Remove the air cleaner assembly (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
  6. Remove the battery base.
    Fig 2: Identifying Battery Base
    G05458532Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Disconnect the back-up light switch (A) 2P connector.
    Fig 3: Back-Up Light Switch 2P Connector With Torque Specifications
    G05458533Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Check for continuity between the back-up light switch 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2. There should be continuity when the shift lever is only in reverse.
  9. If necessary, replace the back-up light switch. Apply liquid gasket, P/N 08718-0001 evenly to the threads of the switch, and install it on the transmission housing. Install the switch within 5 minutes of applying the liquid gasket. Tighten the back-up light switch to the specified torque.
    NOTE:
    • If you apply liquid gasket P/N 08718-0012, the component must be installed within 4 minutes.
    • If too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket, remove the old liquid gasket and residue, then reapply new liquid gasket.
  10. Install the battery base (see step 19 on TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT  ).
  11. Install the air cleaner assembly (see THROTTLE BODY CLEANING ).
  12. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable, and apply multipurpose grease to prevent corrosion.
  13. Install the left rear engine compartment cover and the left side engine compartment cover (see step 22 on TRANSMISSION FLUID INSPECTION AND REPLACEMENT  ).
  14. Enter the anti-theft codes for the audio system and navigation system (if equipped) and set the clock.
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