Honda Engine Starting System RD 12/RD 12A
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3.5 Checking the Neutral Switch
Prerequisites
Multimeter
Fully-charged (approximately 12V) battery
Functioning main fuse
Functioning key switch
Seat platform in raised position. See section Rear Frame Access.
Background
The neutral switch, when closed (control lever in NEUTRAL position), allows volt-
age to the neutral relay.
Procedure
Follow the procedure below to check the neutral switch.
1. Locate the connector (a) for the neutral switch and disconnect it.
2. Place the control lever in the NEUTRAL position.
3. With the key switch in the START position, check the continuity between the
pins of the connector (green and white wires).
Is there continuity?
4. Place the control lever in the FORWARD or REVERSE position.
5. With the key switch in the START position, check the continuity between the
pins of the connector (green and white wires).
Is there continuity?
6. Repeat the test with the control lever in the REVERSE position.
Is there continuity?
7. Reconnect the wiring.
8. Lower and secure the seat platform.
The neutral switch has now been checked.
Yes ____ No ____
Continue The neutral switch has failed; replace it.
Yes ____ No ____
The neutral switch has failed; replace it. Continue
Yes ____ No ____
The neutral switch has failed: replace it. The neutral switch is OK.