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Auxiliary Power Outlet: Testing and Inspection




Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement

1. Remove the rear console. Rear Console Removal/Installation

2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A).

3. Inspect the connector 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 4.

4. Turn the ignition switch ACC (I), and measure the voltage between terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
- There should be battery voltage.

- If there is no voltage, check for:
- Blown No. 9 (10 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box

- Blown No. 53 (20 A) fuse in the main under-hood fuse/relay box (CR model)

- Faulty ACC cut relay

- Faulty accessory power socket relay (CR model)

- Poor ground (G401) (CR model)

- An open in the wire





5. Check for continuity between accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 2 and body ground. There should be continuity.
- If there is continuity, replace the power socket; go to step 6.

- If there is no continuity, check for:
- Poor ground (G601)

- An open in the wire

6. Remove the housing and socket.

7. Install the power accessory socket in the reverse order of removal.