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Without Power Tailgate

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  1. Remove the tailgate lower trim panel (see TRIM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION - TAILGATE AREA ).
  2. Disconnect the 4P connector (A) from the tailgate latch assembly (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying Tailgate Latch Assembly Connector Terminals
    G06968879Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.
    Fig 2: Identifying Tailgate Latch Assembly Continuity Chart
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  4. If the continuity is not as specified, the tailgate latch switch is faulty; replace the tailgate latch (see TAILGATE LATCH REPLACEMENT ).
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