Honda Accord: Starter Performance Test
1. Remove the starter (see page 4-11).
2. Firmly clamp the starter in a vise.
3. Make a connection for this test using the thickest (gauge) wire possible (preferably the same gauge as used on the vehicle).
NOTE: To avoid damaging the starter, never leave the battery connected for more than 5 seconds.

4. Connect the battery as shown, and check for continuity between the B terminal and the starter body. If there is continuity, it is working properly.
5. Disconnect the battery from the body, and check for continuity between the B terminal and the starter body. If there is no continuity, it is working properly.

6. Connect the starter to the battery as shown, and confirm that the motor runs.

7. If the electric current meets the specification when the battery voltage is at 11.5 V, the starter is working properly.
Specification
Electric Current: 80 A or less
Clutch Interlock Switch
Replacement
M/T model
1, Disconnect the clutch interlock switch connector (A).
2. Loosen the locknut (B), then remove the clutch
interlock switch (C).
3. Install the clutch interlock switch, and adjust th ...
Starter Removal and
Installation
Removal
1 Do the battery removal procedure (see page 22-92).
2. Remove the intake manifold (see page 9-4).
3. Disconnect the positive starter cable (A) from the B
terminal, and the S terminal ...
See also:
Ignition Switch Test
NOTE: SRS components are located in the area. Review
the SRS component locations 4-door (see page 24-21),
2-door (see page 24-23), and precautions and
procedures (see page 24-25) before doing repai ...
Radio Theft Protection
Your vehicle’s audio system may
disable itself if it is disconnected
from electrical power for any reason.
To make it work again, you must
enter a specific five-digit code with
the preset b ...
Security Hood Switch Test
1. Open the hood.
2. Disconnect the 2P connector from the security hood
switch.
3. Check for continuity between the terminals.
• There should be continuity between terminals No. 1
and ...