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Hood Switch Test

  1. Open the hood, and disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the hood switch (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 2P Connector From Hood Switch
    G03653247Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Check for continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals.
    • There should be continuity when the hood is opened (lever released).
    • There should be no continuity when the hood is closed (lever pushed down).
  3. If the continuity check is not as specified, replace the switch.