Acura TSX / Honda Accord CL. Manual — part 509

Fig. 2: Starter Circuit Troubleshooting Chart
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SYMPTOM TROUBLESHOOTING

For symptom troubleshooting chart, see Fig. 3 .

Fig. 3: Symptom Troubleshooting Chart
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ON-VEHICLE TESTING

CLUTCH INTERLOCK SWITCH TEST

1. Disconnect the clutch interlock switch 2 pin connector (A). See Fig. 4 .

2. Remove the clutch interlock switch (B).

3. Check for continuity between the terminals according to the table. See Fig. 5 . If the continuity is not as

specified, replace the clutch interlock switch. If OK, install clutch interlock switch and adjust the pedal
height. See appropriate CLUTCHES article in TRANSAXLE/TRANSMISSION.

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Fig. 4: Disconnecting Clutch Interlock Switch 2-Pin Connector
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Fig. 5: Checking Continuity Between Terminals
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SYSTEM TESTS

STARTER PERFORMANCE TEST

1. Connect the battery to the starter by using as heavy a wire as possible (preferably equivalent to the wire

used for the vehicle). To avoid damaging the starter, never leave the battery connected for more than 10
seconds. If the starter pinion moves out, it is working properly. See Fig. 6 .

2. Disconnect the battery from the body. See Fig. 7 . If the pinion retracts immediately, it is working

properly.

3. Clamp the starter firmly in a vise.

4. Connect the starter to the battery, and confirm that the motor starts and keeps rotating. See Fig. 8 .

5. If the electric current and motor speed meet the specifications when the battery voltage is at 11.5 V, the

starter is working properly. See STARTER PERFORMANCE TEST SPECIFICATIONS .

STARTER PERFORMANCE TEST SPECIFICATIONS

Application

(1)

Maximum Amps @ Minimum RPM

Starter

80 @ 2300

(1)

Battery voltage must stay at 11.5 volts or more during test.

2004 Acura TSX

2004 STARTING & CHARGING SYSTEMS Starter - TSX