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Control Unit Input Test

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NOTE: Before troubleshooting the power tailgate system, troubleshoot the multiplex integrated control system using B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A ).
  1. Turn the ignition switch OFF.
  2. Remove the left rear pillar trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - PILLAR AREAS ).
  3. Disconnect the 20P, 14P, and 5P connectors (A) from the power tailgate control unit (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 20P, 14P And 5P Connectors From Power Tailgate Control Unit
    G03707156Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  4. Inspect all the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.
    • If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
    • If the terminals look OK, go to step 5.
  5. With the connectors still disconnected, make the input tests shown in CONNECTOR INPUT TEST CHART , at the connectors.
    • If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
    • If the input tests prove OK, Go to step 6.
    CONNECTOR INPUT TEST CHART

    Cavity Wire Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained
    B3  BRN/WHT  Under all conditions Connect B10  terminal to B3  terminal with a jumper wire: The beeper should sound.
    • Blown No. 7 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
    • Faulty beeper
    • An open in the wire
  6. Reconnect all connectors to the power tailgate control unit, and do the input test shown in CONTROL UNIT INPUT TEST CHART , at the appropriate connector.
    • If the test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
    • If the input test proves OK, replace the power tailgate control unit.
    CONTROL UNIT INPUT TEST CHART

    Cavity Wire Test condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained
    A2  WHT/BLU Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.
    • Blown No. 4 (40 A) fuse in the auxiliary under-hood fuse box
    • An open in the wire
    B12  WHT Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.
    • Blown No. 17 (20 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
    • Blown No. 20 (40 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box
    • An open in the wire
    B10  WHT/RED Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.
    • Blown No. 7 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
    • Blown No. 15 (40 A) fuse in the under-hood fuse/relay box
    • An open in the wire
    C14  YEL Ignition switch ON (II) Check for voltage to ground: There should be battery voltage.
    • Blown No. 21 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box
    • An open in the wire
    A1  BRN Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground: There should be less than 1 V.
    • Poor ground (G702)
    • An open in the wire
    A4  BLK Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground: There should be less than 1 V.
    • Poor ground (G702)
    • An open in the wire
    B19 
    B8  BLU/BLK Shift lever in P position Check for voltage to ground: There should be less than 1 V.
    • Faulty transmission range switch
    • Poor ground (G101, G102)
    • An open in the wire