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HOMESERVICE MANUALSHONDA2008CIVIC LX, 2D COUPE, AUTOMATICREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISENGINE MECHANICALSTARTERSTARTING SYSTEM (R18A1/R18A4)CLUTCH INTERLOCK SWITCH TESTM/T

2008 Honda Civic LX, 2D Coupe, Automatic

Clutch Interlock Switch Test: M/T

2008 Honda Civic LX, 2D Coupe, AutomaticSECTION M/T

Disconnect the clutch interlock switch 2P connector (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Clutch Interlock Switch 2P Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Remove the clutch interlock switch (B).
Check for continuity between the terminals according to the table.
- If the continuity is not as specified, replace the clutch interlock switch.
- If OK, install the clutch interlock switch, and adjust the pedal height (see CLUTCH PEDAL, CLUTCH PEDAL POSITION SWITCH, AND CLUTCH INTERLOCK SWITCH ADJUSTMENT ).
  
  Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Clutch Interlock Switch Table
  Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

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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.