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Switch Testing

Remove switch to be tested. Suspend switch in and thermometer in a container of water. DO NOT allow switch or thermometer to touch bottom of container. Check continuity between switch terminals while heating water. Ensure continuity only exist when temperature reaches specified temperature. See SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST  table. If continuity is not as specified, replace switch. If continuity is as specified, let switch cool. Continuity should continue to exist until temperature drops approximately 15°F.

SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Application °F
Accord
1997 4-Cylinder
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor "A" 196-203
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor "B" 217-228
1997 V6
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 196-203
Engine Oil Temperature Sensor 214-228
1998 4-Cylinder
Radiator Fan Switch 196-203
1998 V6
Radiator Fan Switch "A" 196-203
Radiator Fan Switch "B" 217-232
Civic & Civic Del Sol
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor 196-203
CR-V
Radiator Fan Switch 196-203
Odyssey
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor "A" 196-203
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor "B" 217-228
Prelude
Radiator Fan Switch 196-203