2000 Honda Prelude Base, StandardFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Driver's Control Unit Input Test

Remove driver's multiplex control unit from underdash fuse/relay block. Inspect connector terminals for damage or corrosion. Repair or replace as necessary. Using a DVOM, perform driver's control unit input test at driver's underdash fuse/relay block socket. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 . On Accord, if all input tests are okay, go to PASSENGER'S CONTROL UNIT INPUT TESTΒ  . On Prelude, if all input tests are okay, replace driver's multiplex control unit.

Fig 1: Driver's Multiplex Control Unit Input Test (Accord)
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