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2007 Honda Ridgeline RTS

Electrical Compass Unit Input Test

2007 Honda Ridgeline RTSSECTION Electrical Compass Unit Input Test
  1. Disconnect the 7P connector (A) from the electrical compass (B).
    Fig 1: Disconnecting 7P Connector From Electrical Compass
    G03691295Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  2. Inspect the connector and socket terminals to be sure they are all making good contact.
    • If the terminals are bent, loose or corroded, repair them as necessary, and recheck the system.
    • If the terminals look OK, go to step 3.
  3. Reconnect the connector and, make these input tests at the connector.
    • If any test indicates a problem, find and correct the cause, then recheck the system.
    • If all the input tests prove OK, the electrical compass unit must be faulty; replace it.
      TEST CONDITION

      Cavity Wire Test Condition Test: Desired result Possible cause if result is not obtained
      2 BLK Under all conditions Check for voltage to ground:
      There should be less than 1 V.
      • Poor ground (G501)
      • An open in the wire
      1 YEL/GRN Ignition switch ON (II) Check for voltage to ground:
      There should be battery voltage.
      • Blown No. 20 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box
      • An open in the wire
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