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BRAKELIGHT Switch

  1. Unplug 4-pin connector from brakelight switch. Using a DVOM, check for continuity between brakelight switch terminals No. 1 and 4. SeeFig 1 . Continuity should exist. Check for continuity between brakelight switch terminals No. 2 and 3. Continuity should not exist.
  2. Depress brake pedal and hold. Check for continuity between brakelight switch terminals No. 1 and 4. Continuity should not exist. Check for continuity between brakelight switch terminals No. 2 and 3. Continuity should exist. If continuity is not as specified, check brake pedal height. See BRAKE PEDAL HEIGHT  under ADJUSTMENTS. If brake pedal height is okay, replace brakelight switch.
Fig 1: Brakelight Switch Connector
G96D06536Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.