Driver's Door Power Tailgate Switch Test/Replacement

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

Remove the driver's door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the driver's door power tailgate switch (B).

Fig 1: Identifying 5P Connector & Driver's Door Power Tailgate Switch
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Remove the two mounting screws, and then remove the driver's door power tailgate switch.
Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table below.

Fig 2: Identifying Terminal Switch Position Table
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If the continuity is not as specified, replace the bulb (A) or the switch.

Fig 3: Identifying Bulb & Switch
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