Accessory Power Socket Test/Replacement

NOTE: If the accessory power socket does not work, check the No. B13 (20 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box and ground (G502) first.

Remove the center lower cover (see DASHBOARD CENTER LOWER COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the 2P connector (A) from the accessory power socket (B).

Fig 1: Identifying Accessory Power Socket 2P Connector
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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.
Turn the ignition switch to ACCESSORY (I).
Measure the voltage between accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 2 and body ground. There should be battery voltage.
- If there is battery voltage, go to step 6.
- If there is no voltage, check for:
  - A blown No. B13 (20 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box
  - An open or high resistance in the wire between accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 2 and under-dash fuse/relay box connector R (8P) terminal No. 6.
Check for continuity between the accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 1 and body ground. There should be continuity.
- If there is continuity, replace the accessory power socket; go to step 7.
- If there is no continuity, check for:
  - Poor ground (G502).
  - An open or high resistance in the wire between accessory power socket 2P connector terminal No. 1 and body ground (G502).
Remove the socket (A) from the housing (B).

Fig 2: Identifying Socket And Housing
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Remove the housing (A) from the panel.

Fig 3: Identifying Panel Housing
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Install the power socket in the reverse order of removal.