Hatch Outer Handle Switch Test/Replacement

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.

Remove the hatch lower trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - HATCH AREAS ).
Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the hatch outer handle switch.

Fig 1: Identifying 2P Connector
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Check for continuity between tailgate outer handle switch 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
- There should be continuity when the hatch outer handle switch is pressed.
- There should be no continuity when the hatch outer handle switch is released.
If the continuity is not as specified, replace the hatch outer handle switch (A).

Fig 2: Identifying Hatch Outer Handle Switch
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