Back-Up Light Switch Test

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Honda Fit, 2012 Honda Fit, 2011 Honda Fit, 2010 Honda Fit, and 2009 Honda Fit. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

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

Fig 1: Identifying Back-Up Light Switch 2P Connector
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Check for continuity between back-up light switch 2P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2. There should be continuity when the shift lever is in reverse.
- If the test result is OK, go to step 5.
- If the test result is faulty, go to step 3.
Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Back-Up Light Switch 2P Connector Terminals No. 1 & No. 2
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
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 actuator (B) is pressed, and no continuity when the actuator is released. If the result is faulty, replace the back-up light switch. If the switch is OK, check the reverse shift piece in the transmission.
- If there is continuity, check the reverse shift mechanism in the transmission.
- If there is no continuity, replace the back-up light switch.
Fig 3: Back-Up Light Switch & Washer With Torque Specifications
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.

BACK-UP LIGHT SWITCH 2P CONNECTOR

Fig 4: Identifying Continuity Between Back-Up Light Switch 2P Connector Terminals No. 1 & No. 2
Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
Install the removed or the new back-up light switch with a new washer (C).
Connect the back-up light switch 2P connector.