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HFL Switch Test

  1. Remove the driver's airbag (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Disconnect the 20P connector from the cable reel.
    Fig 1: Identifying Cable Reel 20P Connector
    G05463317Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Measure the resistance between the No. 18 and No. 20 terminals in each switch position according to the table.

    HFL Switch 

    HFL SWITCH POSITION

    Position Resistance
    OFF About 1 kΩ
    HFL Talk button pressed About 185 Ω
    HFL Back button pressed About 45 Ω
  4. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the switch (see STEERING WHEEL DISASSEMBLY/REASSEMBLY ).