Hatch Release Actuator Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Open the hatch.
Remove the hatch lower trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - HATCH AREAS ).
Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the hatch release actuator (B).

Fig 1: Identifying 2P Connector And Hatch Release Actuator
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Check actuator operation by connecting power and ground according to the table. To prevent damage to the actuator, apply battery voltage only momentarily.

Fig 2: Continuity Chart
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If the actuator does not operate as specified, replace the hatch latch assembly (see HATCH LATCH REPLACEMENT ).