Honda Accord: Console Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement

NOTE: If all of the front and console accessory power sockets do not work, check the No. 1 8 (7.5 A) fuse in the driver's under-dash fuse/relay box and ground (G503) first.

1. Remove the center console panel (see page 20-157).

2. Disconnect the 2P connector (A) f r om the console accessory power socket (B).

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 to ACCESSORY (I).

5. Measure the voltage between console accessory power socket relay terminal No. 3 and body ground.

There should be less than 0 . 2 V.

• If there is less than 0.2 V, go to step 6.

• If there is more than 0.2 V, check for: - An open or high resistance in the wire between console accessory power socket relay terminal No. 3 and body ground (G503).

- Poor ground (G503).

6. Measure the voltage between console accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 1 and body ground. There should be battery voltage.

• If there is battery voltage, go to step 7.

• If there is no voltage, check for:

- A blown No. 12 (20 A) fuse in the passenger's under-dash fuse/relay box

- A faulty console accessory power socket relay

- An open or high resistance in the wire between console accessory power socket relay terminal No. 1 and console accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 1.

7. Check for continuity between the console accessory power socket terminal No. 2 and body ground. There should be continuity.

• If there is continuity, replace the power socket; go to step 8.

• If there is no continuity, check for:

- Poor ground (G503).

- An open or high resistance in the wire between console accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 2 and body ground (G503).

8. Remove the socket (A).

9. Remove the housing (A) from the panel.

10. Install the power socket in the reverse order of removal.