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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA1990ACCORD DX, 2D COUPE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISTRANSMISSIONAUTOMATIC TRANSSHIFT INTERLOCK SYSTEMSCOMPONENT TESTINGKEY INTERLOCK SOLENOID
1990 Honda Accord DX, 2D Coupe, Automatic
Key Interlock Solenoid
1990 Honda Accord DX, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION Key Interlock Solenoid
- Remove lower panel from steering column. Disconnect connector from main wiring harness, and note terminal identification. See Fig 1.
- Using ohmmeter, check continuity between indicated terminals with ignition lock assembly in ACC position. See KEY INTERLOCK SOLENOID CONTINUITY table.
- Replace ignition lock assembly if
continuity is not as specified. Key interlock solenoid cannot be serviced
separately.KEY INTERLOCK SOLENOID CONTINUITY
Ignition Key Position Continuity Between Terminals Key Installed "C", "E" & "F" Key Removed "E" & "F" - Connect battery voltage and ground to terminals "A" and "C'. Ensure ignition key cannot be removed with battery voltage applied.
- If ignition key cannot be removed, key interlock solenoid is okay. If ignition key can be removed, replace ignition lock assembly. Key interlock solenoid cannot be serviced separately.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.