Trunk Light Test/Replacement

2008 Acura RLSECTION Trunk Light Test/Replacement
  1. Open the trunk lid.
  2. Carefully pry out the trunk light (A).

    Trunk Light: 5 WΒ 

    Fig 1: Identifying Trunk Light And 2P Connector
    G05497009Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  3. Disconnect the 2P connector (B) from the light.
  4. Check for continuity between the No. 1 (+) and No. 2 (-) terminals. There should be continuity. If there is no continuity, check the bulb (C). If the bulb is OK, replace the trunk light.
  5. Install the parts in the reverse order of removal.
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