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Rear Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement

  1. Remove the center console rear section (see CENTER CONSOLE REAR SECTION REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the rear accessory power socket (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 2P Connector (A) From Rear Accessory Power Socket (B)
    G03662245Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Inspect the connector 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 4.
  4. Turn the ignition switch to ACC (I), and check for voltage between the No. 1 terminal and body ground. There should be battery voltage.
    • If there is battery voltage, go to step 5.
    • If there is no battery voltage, check for:
      • Blown No. 9 (15 A) or No. 32 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
      • Faulty accessory power socket relay.
      • Poor ground (G503, G601).
      • An open in the wire.
  5. Check for continuity between the No. 2 terminal and body ground. There should be continuity.
    • If there is continuity, go to step 6.
    • If there is no continuity, check for:
      • Poor ground (G503, G601).
      • An open in the wire.
  6. Remove the housing (A) and socket (B).
    Fig 2: Removing Housing (A) And Socket (B)
    G03662246Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  7. Remove the housing (A) from the panel.
    Fig 3: Removing Housing (A) From Panel
    G03662247Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  8. Install the power socket in the reverse order of removal.