99 honda accord
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99 honda accord
My 99 honda accord runs great, but it has one issue. Sometimes it won't start or cuts off while I'm driving. I did some research and read about the issue these cars have with the main relay. I replaced the that relay and it's still doing same thing. I'm thinking it could be the ignition switch. Any advice?
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Re: 99 honda accord
I have a 99 accord ex, and have been dealing with the same issue for over a year.I replaced the ignition switch, main relay, alternator, o2 sensors, and battery, it ended up sitting at hall Honda for a month. Well they never found an issues.so I have been messing with it ever since, and when it cuts off, I jiggle the fuel pump relay, and it starts up again. I am not 100% that's what's wrong with mine, as I have yet to replace the part.
My question to You is, does the car start right back up? Sometimes, everytime, etc?
My question to You is, does the car start right back up? Sometimes, everytime, etc?
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HERE YOU GO
Service Bulletin
2002 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved ATB 23830-24526 (0209) 1 of 7
CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment,
and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume
this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an
authorized Honda automobile dealer.
September 24, 2002
02-031
Applies To: See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Safety Recall: Ignition Switch
(Supersedes 02-031, dated September 17, 2002)
BACKGROUND
Electrical contacts in the ignition switch can wear
prematurely due to high electrical current passing
through the switch. Worn out ignition contacts could
cause the engine to stall without warning. Although the
engine will restart in most cases, a vehicle that stalls
while driving increases the risk of a crash.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
• 1997 Accord (L4)
• 1998–99 Accord (L4 and V6)
• 1998–00 Civic
• 1997–99 CR-V
• 1997–00 Odyssey
• 1997–99 Prelude
Not every vehicle in the years and models listed
above is affected by this campaign. Before
beginning work, verify that the vehicle is eligible by
checking at least one of the following.
• The customer has a notification letter.
• The vehicle is shown on your campaign
responsibility report.
• The vehicle is shown as eligible on a DCS or iN
(Interactive Network) VIN Status Inquiry.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be sent a
notification of this campaign. An example of the
customer notification is at the end of this service
bulletin.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the electrical (ignition) switch.
NOTE: Reinstalling aftermarket parts (security
systems, alarms, audio systems, etc.) connected to the
ignition wiring is not covered under this campaign. If a
customer wants a non-Honda part reinstalled, the shop
that installed the part (or the customer) must do the
work and assume liability. In addition, the customer is
responsible for all costs associated with the non-Honda
part and its installation. If you have any questions
about this, please contact your District Service
Manager.
PARTS INFORMATION
Ignition Switch:
1997 Accord – P/N 35130-SY8-305
(L4) H/C 7205255
1998–99 Accord – P/N 35130-S84-305
(L4 and V6) H/C 7204415
1998–00 Civic – P/N 35130-S04-305
H/C 7205297
1997–99 CR-V – P/N 35130-S10-306
H/C 7205305
1997 Odyssey – P/N 35130-SX0-406
H/C 7205263
1998 Odyssey – P/N 35130-SX0-305
H/C 7205271
1999–00 Odyssey – P/N 35130-S0X-305
H/C 7204423
1997–99 Prelude – P/N 35130-S30-305
H/C 7205289
TOOL INFORMATION
Terminal Pin Tool: P/N 07JAZ-002020A, H/C 3087749
(part of Terminal Pin Tool Set,
P/N 07JAZ-002000A, H/C 3087715)
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation Number: 725108
Failed Part: P/N 35130-S84-A01
H/C 5435458
Defect Code: 5B0 (the “0” is a zero)
Contention Code: L55
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Description FRT Template ID
Replace ignition switch
1997 Accord (L4) 0.5 02-031A
1998–99 Accord (L4 and V6) 0.4 02-031B
1998–00 Civic 0.6 02-031C
1997–99 CR-V 0.4 02-031D
1997 Odyssey 0.4 02-031E
1998 Odyssey 0.4 02-031F
1999–00 Odyssey 0.7 02-031G
1997–99 Prelude 0.5 02-031H
2 of 7 02-031
REPAIR PROCEDURE
• Use Procedure A on 1997 Accords (L4).
• Use Procedure B on 1998–99 Accords (L4 and V6).
• Use Procedure C on 1998–00 Civics.
• Use Procedure D on 1997–99 CR-Vs.
• Use Procedure E on 1997–98 Odysseys.
• Use Procedure F on 1999–00 Odysseys.
• Use Procedure G on 1997–99 Preludes.
Procedure A: 1997 Accords (L4)
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover, the knee
bolster, and the steering column covers (see the
1997 Accord Service Manual, page 23-75, steps 2
and 3).
2. Disconnect the 7P and 8P connectors from the
ignition switch body.
3. Remove the steering column holder mounting bolts
and nuts. Lower the steering column.
4. Center-punch both shear bolts on the ignition
switch body, and drill off each bolt head with a
5 mm (3/16 in.) drill bit. Be careful not to damage
the switch body.
5. Remove the shear bolts from the ignition switch
body, and discard them. Then separate the switch
body from the steering column.
6. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove the electrical switch from the ignition switch
body. Discard the electrical switch.
7. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws.
8. Hold the ignition switch body up to the steering
column, and loosely install the new shear bolts.
9. Insert the key in the ignition switch. Make sure the
key turns freely, and the steering column lock
works correctly.
10. Tighten the shear bolts until their hex heads twist off.
8P CONNECTOR
7P CONNECTOR
IGNITION
SWITCH
BODY
MOUNTING NUTS
16 N.m (12 lb-ft)
MOUNTING BOLTS
38 N.m (28 lb-ft)
COLUMN
HOLDER
IGNITION
SWITCH BODY
ELECTRICAL
SWITCH
SHEAR BOLT
TWIST-OFF PORTION
02-031 3 of 7
11. Raise the steering column, and install it with its
mounting bolts and nuts. Torque the bolts to 38
N.m (28 lb-ft) and the nuts to 16 N.m (12 lb-ft).
12. Connect the 7P and 8P connectors.
13. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the dashboard lower cover.
14. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Procedure B: 1998–99 Accords (L4 and V6)
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover (see page
20-84 of the 1998–02 Accord Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 6P
connector from the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay
box.
3. Remove the steering column covers (see step 4 on
page 17-25 of the service manual).
4. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box; you’ll need to route the new
switch harness the same way.
5. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
6. Remove the screw from the side of the electrical
switch cover.
7. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
8. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws and cover. Route its harness to the fuse
box the same way the discarded harness was
routed.
9. Connect the 6P connector.
10. Install the steering column covers and the
dashboard lower cover.
11. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Procedure C: 1998–00 Civics
1. Remove the driver’s dashboard lower cover and
the knee bolster (see page 20-68 of the 1996–00
Civic Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 5P
connector from the under-dash fuse/relay box and
the 7P connector from the main wire harness.
3. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-37 of the service manual).
4. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box and main harness; you’ll
need to route the new switch harness the same
way.
5. Remove and discard the wire tie clips from the 7P
connector main wire harness. (Part of the harness
will be reused.)
Center-punch here.
1HGCD5XXXXHXXXXXX
6P CONNECTOR
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
Center-punch here.
1HGCG5XXXXHXXXXXX
7P CONNECTOR
5P CONNECTOR
4 of 7 02-031
6. Remove the secondary lock from the 7P connector.
7. Remove terminals 2 and 4 (M/T vehicles) or
terminals 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7 (A/T vehicles) from the
7P connector using the Terminal Pin Tool (P/N
07JAZ-002020A).
NOTE: Terminals 2 and 4 have BLU/WHT wires. To
avoid mixing them up, label terminal 4 with a small
piece of tape.
8. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
9. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
10.Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws.
11. Remove the secondary lock from the 7P connector
of the new main harness.
12. Install the terminals you removed from the original
7P connector into the new 7P connector.
13. Wrap both parts of the 7P main harness together
with electrical tape.
14. Attach the new wire tie clips to the main harness in
the same position as the original ties.
15. Route and attach the ignition switch harness and
main harness the same way the original harnesses
were installed.
16. Connect the 5P and 7P connectors.
17. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the driver’s dashboard lower cover.
18. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
TERMINAL PIN TOOL
P/N 07JAZ-002020A
SECONDARY LOCK
(Remove.)
TAPE
1 3
5
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
WHT/YEL
(A/T)
WHT/BLU
(A/T)
WHT/GRN
(A/T)
Wire side of female terminals.
4 6 7
2
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
1 3
SECONDARY
LOCK
(Reinstall.)
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
WHT/YEL
(A/T) WHT/BLU
(A/T)
WHT/GRN
(A/T)
NEW MAIN
HARNESS
Wire side of female terminals.
2
Wrap together
with electrical tape.
4 5 6 7
Center-punch here.
2HGEJ6XXXXHXXXXXX
02-031 5 of 7
Procedure D: 1997–99 CR-Vs
1. Remove the driver’s dashboard lower cover and
the knee bolster (see page 20-48 of the 1997–01
CR-V Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 5P
connector from the under-dash fuse/relay box and
the 3P connector from the main wire harness.
3. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-20 of the service manual).
4. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box and main wire harness; you’ll
need to route the new switch harness the same
way.
5. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
6. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
7. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws. Route its harness to the fuse box and main
wire harness the same way the discarded harness
was routed.
8. Connect the 5P and 3P connectors.
9. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the driver’s dashboard lower cover.
10. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Procedure E: 1997–98 Odysseys
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover, the knee
bolster, and the steering column covers (see page
23-65 of the 1998 Odyssey Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 7P
connector from the under-dash fuse/relay box.
3. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box; you’ll need to route the new
switch harness the same way.
4. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
5. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
6. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws. Route its harness to the fuse box the same
way the discarded harness was routed.
7. Connect the 7P connector.
8. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the dashboard lower cover.
9. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
3P CONNECTOR
5P CONNECTOR
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
Center-punch here.
JHLRD1XXXXHXXXXXX
7P CONNECTOR
ACCESS
PANEL
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
Center-punch here.
JHMRA1XXXXHXXXXXX
6 of 7 02-031
Procedure F: 1999–00 Odysseys
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover (see page
20-68 of the 1999–02 Odyssey Service Manual).
2. Remove the driver’s door sill molding and the left
kick panel (see page 20-57 of the service manual).
3. Remove the mounting nut and detach the clips from
the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay box. Pull the fuse
box away from the body.
4. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 6P
connector from the back of the fuse box.
5. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-25 of the service manual).
6. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box, the main harness, and the
ignition switch body; you’ll need to route the new
switch harness the same way.
7. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 4P
connector from the main harness. Then disconnect
its 5P connector from the ignition switch body.
8. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
9. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
10. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws. Route its harness to the fuse box the same
way the discarded harness was routed.
NOTE: To avoid harness damage, make sure you
route the 5P connector portion of the harness
exactly the same way the original was routed.
11. Connect the 5P connector to the ignition switch
body, the 4P connector to the main harness, and
the 6P connector to the fuse box.
12. Install the fuse box.
13. Install the door sill molding, the kick panel, the
steering column covers, and the dashboard lower
cover.
14. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
DRIVER'S UNDER-DASH
FUSE/RELAY BOX
6P CONNECTOR
(Located on the back
of the fuse box.)
4P CONNECTOR
5P CONNECTOR
ELECTRICAL
SWITCH
IGNITION
SWITCH
BODY
Center-punch here.
2HKRL1XXXXHXXXXXX
02-031 7 of 7
Procedure G: 1997–99 Preludes
1. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-21 of the 1997–99 Prelude Service Manual).
2. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
3. Disconnect the 7P connector from the ignition
switch body.
4. Remove the cover from the electrical switch, then
remove the screws. Remove and discard the
electrical switch and its harness.
5. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws and cover.
6. Connect the 7P connector.
7. Install the steering column covers.
8. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Summer 2002
Important Safety Recall: Ignition Switch
Dear Accord, Civic, CR-V, Odyssey, or Prelude Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the
requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle
Safety Act.
What is the reason for this notice?
Honda Motor Co., Ltd., has determined that a defect
relating to motor vehicle safety exists in the ignition
switch on certain 1997 thru 2000 Honda automobiles.
Electrical contacts in the ignition switch can wear
prematurely due to high electrical current passing
through the switch. Worn out ignition contacts could
cause the engine to stall without warning. Although the
engine will restart in most cases, if your engine stalls
while driving in traffic or at highway speeds, you're at
risk of being involved in a crash. Difficulties starting the
engine (for example, hard-to-start, stalls immediately
after starting, etc.) may indicate that the ignition switch
is failing.
What should you do?
Call any authorized Honda dealer, and make an
appointment to have your vehicle repaired. The dealer
will install an improved ignition switch, free of charge.
Please plan to leave your vehicle at the dealership for
half a day to allow the dealer flexibility in scheduling.
Who to contact if you experience problems.
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from
your Honda dealer, you may write to
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
If you believe that American Honda or the dealer has
failed or is unable to remedy the defect in your vehicle,
without charge, within a reasonable period of time (60
days from the date you first contact the dealer for a
repair appointment), you may submit a complaint to
Administrator
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
400 Seventh Street, SW
Washington, DC 20590
Or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at
(888) 327-4236.
What to do if you feel this notice is in error.
Our records show that you are the current owner or
lessee of a Honda automobile involved in this recall. If
this is not the case, or the name/address information is
incorrect, please fill out and return the included,
postage-paid Information Change Card. We will then
update our records.
If you paid to have a defective ignition switch replaced
sometime in the past, you may be eligible for
reimbursement. Refer to the attached Instructions for
Reimbursement for eligibility requirements and the
reimbursement procedure.
If you have questions.
If you have questions about this notice, or need
assistance with contacting a Honda dealer, please call
Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Sincerely,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Division
Example of Customer Letter
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
COVER
7P CONNECTOR
Center-punch here.
JHMBB6XXXXHXXXXXX
Service Bulletin
2002 American Honda Motor Co., Inc. – All Rights Reserved ATB 23830-24526 (0209) 1 of 7
CUSTOMER INFORMATION: The information in this bulletin is intended for use only by skilled technicians who have the proper tools, equipment,
and training to correctly and safely maintain your vehicle. These procedures should not be attempted by “do-it-yourselfers,” and you should not assume
this bulletin applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle has the condition described. To determine whether this information applies, contact an
authorized Honda automobile dealer.
September 24, 2002
02-031
Applies To: See VEHICLES AFFECTED
Safety Recall: Ignition Switch
(Supersedes 02-031, dated September 17, 2002)
BACKGROUND
Electrical contacts in the ignition switch can wear
prematurely due to high electrical current passing
through the switch. Worn out ignition contacts could
cause the engine to stall without warning. Although the
engine will restart in most cases, a vehicle that stalls
while driving increases the risk of a crash.
VEHICLES AFFECTED
• 1997 Accord (L4)
• 1998–99 Accord (L4 and V6)
• 1998–00 Civic
• 1997–99 CR-V
• 1997–00 Odyssey
• 1997–99 Prelude
Not every vehicle in the years and models listed
above is affected by this campaign. Before
beginning work, verify that the vehicle is eligible by
checking at least one of the following.
• The customer has a notification letter.
• The vehicle is shown on your campaign
responsibility report.
• The vehicle is shown as eligible on a DCS or iN
(Interactive Network) VIN Status Inquiry.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
All owners of affected vehicles will be sent a
notification of this campaign. An example of the
customer notification is at the end of this service
bulletin.
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Replace the electrical (ignition) switch.
NOTE: Reinstalling aftermarket parts (security
systems, alarms, audio systems, etc.) connected to the
ignition wiring is not covered under this campaign. If a
customer wants a non-Honda part reinstalled, the shop
that installed the part (or the customer) must do the
work and assume liability. In addition, the customer is
responsible for all costs associated with the non-Honda
part and its installation. If you have any questions
about this, please contact your District Service
Manager.
PARTS INFORMATION
Ignition Switch:
1997 Accord – P/N 35130-SY8-305
(L4) H/C 7205255
1998–99 Accord – P/N 35130-S84-305
(L4 and V6) H/C 7204415
1998–00 Civic – P/N 35130-S04-305
H/C 7205297
1997–99 CR-V – P/N 35130-S10-306
H/C 7205305
1997 Odyssey – P/N 35130-SX0-406
H/C 7205263
1998 Odyssey – P/N 35130-SX0-305
H/C 7205271
1999–00 Odyssey – P/N 35130-S0X-305
H/C 7204423
1997–99 Prelude – P/N 35130-S30-305
H/C 7205289
TOOL INFORMATION
Terminal Pin Tool: P/N 07JAZ-002020A, H/C 3087749
(part of Terminal Pin Tool Set,
P/N 07JAZ-002000A, H/C 3087715)
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION
Operation Number: 725108
Failed Part: P/N 35130-S84-A01
H/C 5435458
Defect Code: 5B0 (the “0” is a zero)
Contention Code: L55
Skill Level: Repair Technician
Description FRT Template ID
Replace ignition switch
1997 Accord (L4) 0.5 02-031A
1998–99 Accord (L4 and V6) 0.4 02-031B
1998–00 Civic 0.6 02-031C
1997–99 CR-V 0.4 02-031D
1997 Odyssey 0.4 02-031E
1998 Odyssey 0.4 02-031F
1999–00 Odyssey 0.7 02-031G
1997–99 Prelude 0.5 02-031H
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REPAIR PROCEDURE
• Use Procedure A on 1997 Accords (L4).
• Use Procedure B on 1998–99 Accords (L4 and V6).
• Use Procedure C on 1998–00 Civics.
• Use Procedure D on 1997–99 CR-Vs.
• Use Procedure E on 1997–98 Odysseys.
• Use Procedure F on 1999–00 Odysseys.
• Use Procedure G on 1997–99 Preludes.
Procedure A: 1997 Accords (L4)
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover, the knee
bolster, and the steering column covers (see the
1997 Accord Service Manual, page 23-75, steps 2
and 3).
2. Disconnect the 7P and 8P connectors from the
ignition switch body.
3. Remove the steering column holder mounting bolts
and nuts. Lower the steering column.
4. Center-punch both shear bolts on the ignition
switch body, and drill off each bolt head with a
5 mm (3/16 in.) drill bit. Be careful not to damage
the switch body.
5. Remove the shear bolts from the ignition switch
body, and discard them. Then separate the switch
body from the steering column.
6. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove the electrical switch from the ignition switch
body. Discard the electrical switch.
7. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws.
8. Hold the ignition switch body up to the steering
column, and loosely install the new shear bolts.
9. Insert the key in the ignition switch. Make sure the
key turns freely, and the steering column lock
works correctly.
10. Tighten the shear bolts until their hex heads twist off.
8P CONNECTOR
7P CONNECTOR
IGNITION
SWITCH
BODY
MOUNTING NUTS
16 N.m (12 lb-ft)
MOUNTING BOLTS
38 N.m (28 lb-ft)
COLUMN
HOLDER
IGNITION
SWITCH BODY
ELECTRICAL
SWITCH
SHEAR BOLT
TWIST-OFF PORTION
02-031 3 of 7
11. Raise the steering column, and install it with its
mounting bolts and nuts. Torque the bolts to 38
N.m (28 lb-ft) and the nuts to 16 N.m (12 lb-ft).
12. Connect the 7P and 8P connectors.
13. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the dashboard lower cover.
14. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Procedure B: 1998–99 Accords (L4 and V6)
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover (see page
20-84 of the 1998–02 Accord Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 6P
connector from the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay
box.
3. Remove the steering column covers (see step 4 on
page 17-25 of the service manual).
4. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box; you’ll need to route the new
switch harness the same way.
5. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
6. Remove the screw from the side of the electrical
switch cover.
7. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
8. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws and cover. Route its harness to the fuse
box the same way the discarded harness was
routed.
9. Connect the 6P connector.
10. Install the steering column covers and the
dashboard lower cover.
11. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Procedure C: 1998–00 Civics
1. Remove the driver’s dashboard lower cover and
the knee bolster (see page 20-68 of the 1996–00
Civic Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 5P
connector from the under-dash fuse/relay box and
the 7P connector from the main wire harness.
3. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-37 of the service manual).
4. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box and main harness; you’ll
need to route the new switch harness the same
way.
5. Remove and discard the wire tie clips from the 7P
connector main wire harness. (Part of the harness
will be reused.)
Center-punch here.
1HGCD5XXXXHXXXXXX
6P CONNECTOR
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
Center-punch here.
1HGCG5XXXXHXXXXXX
7P CONNECTOR
5P CONNECTOR
4 of 7 02-031
6. Remove the secondary lock from the 7P connector.
7. Remove terminals 2 and 4 (M/T vehicles) or
terminals 2, 4, 5, 6, and 7 (A/T vehicles) from the
7P connector using the Terminal Pin Tool (P/N
07JAZ-002020A).
NOTE: Terminals 2 and 4 have BLU/WHT wires. To
avoid mixing them up, label terminal 4 with a small
piece of tape.
8. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
9. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
10.Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws.
11. Remove the secondary lock from the 7P connector
of the new main harness.
12. Install the terminals you removed from the original
7P connector into the new 7P connector.
13. Wrap both parts of the 7P main harness together
with electrical tape.
14. Attach the new wire tie clips to the main harness in
the same position as the original ties.
15. Route and attach the ignition switch harness and
main harness the same way the original harnesses
were installed.
16. Connect the 5P and 7P connectors.
17. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the driver’s dashboard lower cover.
18. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
TERMINAL PIN TOOL
P/N 07JAZ-002020A
SECONDARY LOCK
(Remove.)
TAPE
1 3
5
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
WHT/YEL
(A/T)
WHT/BLU
(A/T)
WHT/GRN
(A/T)
Wire side of female terminals.
4 6 7
2
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
1 3
SECONDARY
LOCK
(Reinstall.)
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
BLU/WHT
(M/T-A/T)
WHT/YEL
(A/T) WHT/BLU
(A/T)
WHT/GRN
(A/T)
NEW MAIN
HARNESS
Wire side of female terminals.
2
Wrap together
with electrical tape.
4 5 6 7
Center-punch here.
2HGEJ6XXXXHXXXXXX
02-031 5 of 7
Procedure D: 1997–99 CR-Vs
1. Remove the driver’s dashboard lower cover and
the knee bolster (see page 20-48 of the 1997–01
CR-V Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 5P
connector from the under-dash fuse/relay box and
the 3P connector from the main wire harness.
3. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-20 of the service manual).
4. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box and main wire harness; you’ll
need to route the new switch harness the same
way.
5. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
6. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
7. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws. Route its harness to the fuse box and main
wire harness the same way the discarded harness
was routed.
8. Connect the 5P and 3P connectors.
9. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the driver’s dashboard lower cover.
10. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Procedure E: 1997–98 Odysseys
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover, the knee
bolster, and the steering column covers (see page
23-65 of the 1998 Odyssey Service Manual).
2. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 7P
connector from the under-dash fuse/relay box.
3. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box; you’ll need to route the new
switch harness the same way.
4. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
5. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
6. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws. Route its harness to the fuse box the same
way the discarded harness was routed.
7. Connect the 7P connector.
8. Install the steering column covers, the knee bolster,
and the dashboard lower cover.
9. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
3P CONNECTOR
5P CONNECTOR
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
Center-punch here.
JHLRD1XXXXHXXXXXX
7P CONNECTOR
ACCESS
PANEL
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
Center-punch here.
JHMRA1XXXXHXXXXXX
6 of 7 02-031
Procedure F: 1999–00 Odysseys
1. Remove the dashboard lower cover (see page
20-68 of the 1999–02 Odyssey Service Manual).
2. Remove the driver’s door sill molding and the left
kick panel (see page 20-57 of the service manual).
3. Remove the mounting nut and detach the clips from
the driver’s under-dash fuse/relay box. Pull the fuse
box away from the body.
4. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 6P
connector from the back of the fuse box.
5. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-25 of the service manual).
6. Note how the ignition (electrical) switch harness
routes to the fuse box, the main harness, and the
ignition switch body; you’ll need to route the new
switch harness the same way.
7. Disconnect the ignition switch harness 4P
connector from the main harness. Then disconnect
its 5P connector from the ignition switch body.
8. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
9. Remove the screws from the electrical switch, then
remove and discard the switch and its harness.
10. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws. Route its harness to the fuse box the same
way the discarded harness was routed.
NOTE: To avoid harness damage, make sure you
route the 5P connector portion of the harness
exactly the same way the original was routed.
11. Connect the 5P connector to the ignition switch
body, the 4P connector to the main harness, and
the 6P connector to the fuse box.
12. Install the fuse box.
13. Install the door sill molding, the kick panel, the
steering column covers, and the dashboard lower
cover.
14. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
DRIVER'S UNDER-DASH
FUSE/RELAY BOX
6P CONNECTOR
(Located on the back
of the fuse box.)
4P CONNECTOR
5P CONNECTOR
ELECTRICAL
SWITCH
IGNITION
SWITCH
BODY
Center-punch here.
2HKRL1XXXXHXXXXXX
02-031 7 of 7
Procedure G: 1997–99 Preludes
1. Remove the steering column covers (see page
17-21 of the 1997–99 Prelude Service Manual).
2. Make sure the ignition switch is turned to LOCK (0).
3. Disconnect the 7P connector from the ignition
switch body.
4. Remove the cover from the electrical switch, then
remove the screws. Remove and discard the
electrical switch and its harness.
5. Install the new electrical switch with the original
screws and cover.
6. Connect the 7P connector.
7. Install the steering column covers.
8. Center-punch a completion mark above the eighth
character of the engine compartment VIN.
Summer 2002
Important Safety Recall: Ignition Switch
Dear Accord, Civic, CR-V, Odyssey, or Prelude Owner:
This notice is sent to you in accordance with the
requirements of the National Traffic and Motor Vehicle
Safety Act.
What is the reason for this notice?
Honda Motor Co., Ltd., has determined that a defect
relating to motor vehicle safety exists in the ignition
switch on certain 1997 thru 2000 Honda automobiles.
Electrical contacts in the ignition switch can wear
prematurely due to high electrical current passing
through the switch. Worn out ignition contacts could
cause the engine to stall without warning. Although the
engine will restart in most cases, if your engine stalls
while driving in traffic or at highway speeds, you're at
risk of being involved in a crash. Difficulties starting the
engine (for example, hard-to-start, stalls immediately
after starting, etc.) may indicate that the ignition switch
is failing.
What should you do?
Call any authorized Honda dealer, and make an
appointment to have your vehicle repaired. The dealer
will install an improved ignition switch, free of charge.
Please plan to leave your vehicle at the dealership for
half a day to allow the dealer flexibility in scheduling.
Who to contact if you experience problems.
If you are not satisfied with the service you receive from
your Honda dealer, you may write to
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Automobile Customer Service
Mail Stop 500-2N-7A
1919 Torrance Blvd.
Torrance, CA 90501-2746
If you believe that American Honda or the dealer has
failed or is unable to remedy the defect in your vehicle,
without charge, within a reasonable period of time (60
days from the date you first contact the dealer for a
repair appointment), you may submit a complaint to
Administrator
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
400 Seventh Street, SW
Washington, DC 20590
Or call the toll-free Auto Safety Hotline at
(888) 327-4236.
What to do if you feel this notice is in error.
Our records show that you are the current owner or
lessee of a Honda automobile involved in this recall. If
this is not the case, or the name/address information is
incorrect, please fill out and return the included,
postage-paid Information Change Card. We will then
update our records.
If you paid to have a defective ignition switch replaced
sometime in the past, you may be eligible for
reimbursement. Refer to the attached Instructions for
Reimbursement for eligibility requirements and the
reimbursement procedure.
If you have questions.
If you have questions about this notice, or need
assistance with contacting a Honda dealer, please call
Automobile Customer Service at (800) 999-1009.
We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause you.
Sincerely,
American Honda Motor Co., Inc.
Honda Automobile Division
Example of Customer Letter
ELECTRICAL SWITCH
COVER
7P CONNECTOR
Center-punch here.
JHMBB6XXXXHXXXXXX
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Re: 99 honda accord
My 99 honda accord runs great, but it has one issue. Sometimes it won't start or cuts off while I'm driving. I did some research and read about the issue these cars have with the main relay. I replaced the that relay and it's still doing same thing. I'm thinking it could be the ignition switch. Any advice?
