Cargo Area Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement

NOTE: Before testing the cargo area accessory power socket, do the multiplex integrated control system troubleshooting using B-CAN System Diagnosis Test Mode A (see TROUBLESHOOTING - B-CAN SYSTEM DIAGNOSIS TEST MODE A )

Remove the left side rear trim (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - REAR SIDE AREA ).
Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the cargo area accessory power socket (B).

Fig 1: Identifying 2P Connector And Cargo Area Accessory Power Socket
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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.
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I).
Measure the voltage between the No. 1 terminal and body ground. There should be battery voltage.
- If there is battery voltage, go to step 6.
- If there is no battery voltage, check for:
  - Blown No. 32 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.
  - Blown No. 5 (10 A) fuse in the rear fuse/relay box.
  - Faulty cargo area accessory power socket relay.
  - Faulty rear fuse/relay box (including rear MICU).
  - Poor ground (G 603).
  - An open in the wire.
Check for continuity between the No. 2 terminal and body ground. There should be continuity.
- If there is continuity, go to step 7.
- If there is no continuity, check for:
  - Poor ground (G 604).
  - An open in the wire.
Remove the socket (A).

Fig 2: Identifying Socket
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Remove the housing (B).

Fig 3: Identifying Housing
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Install the power socket in the reverse order of removal.