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Cruise Control Actuator Test

  1. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the cruise control actuator (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 4P Connector From Cruise Control Actuator
    G03650132Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Remove the cover (A), and check the output linkage (B) for smooth movement.
    Fig 2: Removing Cover And Checking Output Linkage For Smooth Movement
    G03650133Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Connect the battery power to the No. 2 terminal and ground to the No. 1 terminal.
  4. Check for a clicking sound from the magnetic clutch. The output linkage should be locked.
  5. If the output linkage is not locked, replace the cruise control actuator assembly.
  6. Check the operation of the actuator motor in each output linkage position according to the table. You should be able to hear the motor.
    OUTPUT LINKAGE POSITION

    Battery power polarities Output linkage position
    (+) (-) FULL CLOSE MIDDLE POSITION FULL OPEN
    No. 4 Terminal No. 3 Terminal The motor runs. The motor runs. The motor stops.
    No. 3 Terminal No. 4 Terminal The motor stops. The motor runs. The motor runs.
    Fig 3: Checking Operation Of Actuator Motor In Each Output Linkage Position
    G03650134Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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