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Audio Remote Switch Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Acura CSX, 2007 Acura CSX, and 2006 Acura CSX. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Remove the driver's airbag assembly (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ).
  2. Remove the 20P connector (A) from the cable reel (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Audio Remote Switch 20P Connector
    G06268978Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Measure the resistance between the No. 9 and No. 10 terminals in each switch position according to the table.
    RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

    Position Resistance
    OFF About 10 kΩ
    MODE About 3.1 kΩ
    CH ({) About 2.0 kΩ
    CH (|) About 840 Ω
    <!-- icon --> (VOL. UP) About 370 Ω
    <!-- icon --> (VOL. DOWN) About 100 Ω
  4. If the resistance is not as specified, replace the audio remote switch (see AUDIO REMOTE SWITCH TEST  ).
  5. Use a diode tester between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.
    Fig 2: Connector Terminal Connection Chart
    G06268979Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. If the diode test is bad, replace the switch.