Power Transistor Test

2008 Acura CSX Base, K20A3SECTION Power Transistor Test
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  1. Remove the passenger's dashboard undercover (see PASSENGER'S DASHBOARD UNDERCOVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
  2. Disconnect the 5P connector from the power transistor
  3. Measure the resistance between terminals No 1 and No 4 of the power transistor It should be about 1.5 kΞ©
    • If the resistance is within the specifications, go to step 4
    • If the resistance is not within the specifications, replace the power transistor
    NOTE: Also check the blower motor Power transistor failure can be caused by a defective blower motor
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