Back-Up Light Switch Test
Back-up Light Switch TestNOTE: Use fender covers to avoid damaging painted surfaces.
1. Remove the left rear engine compartment cover (A) and the left side engine compartment cover (B).
2. Make sure you have the anti-theft codes for the radio and the navigation system, then write down the audio presets. Make sure the ignition switch is OFF.
Disconnect the negative cable from the battery first, then disconnect the positive cable. Remove the battery.
3. Remove the air cleaner housing.
4. Remove the battery base.
5. Disconnect the back-up light switch (A) 2P connector.
6. Check for continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2 terminals of the back-up light switch 2P connector. There should be continuity when the shift lever is in reverse.
7. If necessary, replace the back-up light switch. Apply liquid gasket (P/N 08718-0001 or 08718-0002) to threads of the switch, and install it on the transmission housing. Tighten the back-up light switch to the specified torque.
NOTE: Do not install the components if too much time has passed after applying the liquid gasket (for P/N 08718-0002, no more than 4 minutes, for all others, no more than 5 minutes). Instead, remove the old residue, and reapply the liquid gasket.
8. Install the battery base.
9. Install the air cleaner housing.
10. Install the battery. Clean the battery posts and cable terminals with sandpaper. Connect the positive cable to the battery first, then connect the negative cable, and apply grease to prevent corrosion.
11. Install the left rear engine compartment cover and the left side engine compartment cover.
12. Enter the radio and navigation system anti-theft codes, then enter the audio presets, and set the clock.