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Hood Switch Test

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  1. Open the hood.
  2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the hood switch.
    Fig 1: Identifying Hood Switch 2P Connector Terminal
    G05492827Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Check for continuity between the terminals.
    • There should be continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals when the hood is opened (lever released). There should be no continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals when the hood is closed (lever pushed down).
  4. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the hood switch.