Backup Lamp Switch: Testing and Inspection

Back-up Light Switch Test

NOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.

1. Remove the clip (A), then remove the splash separator (B)





2. Do the battery removal procedure Removal and Replacement.

3. Remove the air cleaner assembly Service and Repair.

4. Remove the battery base bolts (A), loosen the two bolts (B), remove the cable clamps (C), then remove the battery base (D) with the intake air duct (E).






5. Disconnect the back-up light switch 2P connector (A).






6. Check for continuity between back-up light switch 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2. There should be continuity only when the shift lever is in reverse.

- If there is continuity, go to step 9.
- If there is no continuity, go to step 7.





7. Remove the back-up light switch (A). Check for continuity between back-up light switch 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2. There should be continuity when the switch end (B) is pressed, and no continuity when the switch end is released.

- If there is continuity, check the reverse shift mechanism in the transmission.
- If there is no continuity, replace the back-up light switch.









8. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08717-0004, 08718-0001, 08718-0012, 08718-0003, or P/N 08718-0009) to the threads of the back-up light switch, and install it on the transmission housing.

9. Connect the back-up light switch 2P connector.

10. Install the battery base (A) with the intake air duct (B), and install the cable clamps (C).





11. Install the air cleaner assembly Service and Repair.

12. Do the battery installation procedure Removal and Replacement.

13. Install the splash separator (A) and the clip (B).