REVERSE LIGHT HONDA CR-V 1997 RD1-RD3 / 1.G Workshop Manual

MaintenanceBack-up Light Switch
Transmission Fluid
NOTE: Check the fluid with the engine OFF and vehicle
on level ground.
1. Remove the filler plug. then check the level and
condition of the fluid.
FILLER PLUG44 N.m {4.5 kgf.m. 33 lbf ftl
ll
Ptopet Level
\--ril /
HllllllTl /
Hllllrlll /_rf-F{--rno."."
ll| | Replaco.
The fluid level must be up to the filler hole. lf it is
below the hole, add fluid until it runs out. then rein-
stall the tiller plug with a new washer.
lf the transmission fluid is diny, remove the drain
plug and drain the fluid.
FILLEB PLUGa,a N.m 14.5 kgf..n. 33 lbt'ftl
DRAIN PLUG39 N m (4.0 kgf.m, 29 lbf'ft)WASHERReplace.
Reinstall the drain plug with a new washer. and
refill the transmission fluid to the proper level.
NOTE: The drain plug washer should be replaced at
every fluid change.
Reinstall the filler plug with a new washer.
Fluid Capacity
1.7 / {1.8 US qt, 1.5 lmp qtl at oil change
2.1 ! 12.2 US qt, 1.A lmp qtl at overhaul
Alwavs use Genuine Honda Manual Transmission
Fluid (MTF). Using motor oil can cause stiffer shift-
ind because it does not contain the proper additives.
Test/Replacement
1. Disconnect the connectors from the switch.
Terminal side oImale lerminals
BACK.UP LIGHT SWTTCHr 25 N.m 12.5 kgt m, 18 lbf.ftl
WASHERReplace.
Check for continuity between the No. 1 and No. 2
terminals.
. There should be continuity when the shift lever
tnto reverse.
. There should be no continuity when the shift
lever in position except reverse,
lf necessary, replace the switch.
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C) TRANSMISSION HANGER
O INTERLOCK BOLT
O 32 mm SEALING BOLT
@ STEEL BALL {5/16 in.)
€) SPRING 26.1 mm {1.03 in.l
@ wasHER Replace.
O sET BALL scREw
@ WASHER Replace.
€) FLANGE BOLT
@ oll SEAL Replace.
@ DRAIN PLUG
@ WASHER Replace.
@ FILLER PLUG
@ WASHER Replace.
(9 10 x 12 mm DOWEL PIN(D SPRING 25.6 mm 11.01 in.l
€' THRUST WASHER
@} SHIFT ARM C(3 CONICAL SPRING WASHER
@ SPECTAL BOLT
8] SHIFT ARM COVER
@ OIL SEAL Replace.
€! SHIFT LEVER
@I BREATHER CAP(2! SHIFT ARM SHAFT ASSEMBLY
@ SPRING PIN Replace.O SELECT ARM
€!} THRUST WASHER
@ sTH/REVERSE SELECTRETURN SPRING
@ SELECT RETURN SPRING
€) OIL GUTTER PLATE
@ 78 mm SHIM
@ OIL GUIOE M PLATE
@ SELECT SPRING BOLT
@ OIL SEAL Replace.
@ SELECT LEVER
O BACK.UP LIGHT SWITCH
@ WASHER Replace.OO TRANSMISSION HOUSING
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Automatic Transmission
Special Tools . 14'2OescriptionGeneral Operation . .... 14 3Power Flow . . .. '14_6
Electronic Control System .. .. . . .. .14_15Hydraulic Control .. 14 24Hydraulic Flow....-....... .. . .... .. .. . 14_29Lock'up Syslem .. .'t4'39Electrical SystemComponenl Locdlrons 14 45
PCM Circuil Dragram (A/T Control Svstem)'97 Model ....................... . . .. - . ... .14-46'98Model ................. . ... .. .. .1450'99 00Models.... . .... . . . 1452
PCM Terminal Voltage/Measuring ConditionsA"/T Control System-'97Model ...... ..14'48A,/T Control System -'98 00 Models . . .. . . 14 54
Troubleshooting Procedures .. ..... ... - 14_56Svmotom to comoonent CharlEiectr,cal Syslem -'97 Model . . 14 60Electrical System -'98 - OO Models . .. . . 14_62Electrical Troubleshooting ('97 Model)Troubleshooting Flowaharts .... ..... . .. . . 14_64
Electrical Troubleshooting ('98 - 00 Models)Troubleshootinq Flowclt"n" .... . ....- . .14-93ElectricalTroublesliooting('99 00Models)Troubleshootino FlowchartO/D OFF Indicator Light Does Not Come On 14 131
O/D OFF Indicator Liaht On ConstantlY . . . .1!-132O/D OFF Indicator Light Does Not Come OnEven Though O/D Switch ls Pressed . .... - 14_133
Lock up Control Solenoid Valve A,/B AssemblyTest....................-......... . .14-135Replacement . .ll_135Shifr ControlSolenoid Valve Ay'B Assembl,Test .............................. . .. 14-136
Replacement..............- . .14'136Linear Solenoid AssemblYTest.............................................. .. .... . 14_137Replacement .. . 14138Marnshaftlcountershafl Speed SensorsReplacement ...-... 14_138A/T Gear Position SwitchTest ..........................-... . .. 14-139ReplacementA/T Gear Positionlndicator.................. 14-140
Valve Eodynepair ............................... ..... . . .. - . .. ... 14 192
Assembly .................... .. 1{_193
Valve CapsDesciiption....-........................ .. ...... 14194
tnspeition ................... .. 14' 195
N4ain Valve BodyDisassembly/lnspection/Reassemblv - ...... .. 14_196
Secondarv Valve BodYDisassemblv4nspectron/ReassemblY .. . 14 198
Reoulator Valve Bodvbisassembtv,lnspiction/Reassemblv . 14199
Servo EodvDisassembly/lnspection/Reassembly ... ....14'200
Lock'uo Valve BodYDis;ssembly/lnspection/Reassembly .... . 14_201
MainshaftDisassembly/lnspection/Reassembly .. .. .. ..14'202
Inspection ....-.............. ..11_203
Sealing RingsReilaceient ...... ..... . 14'204
CountershaftDisassembly/lnspection/Reassembly .. . . . . . 11-205
Disassembly/Reassemb|y . . ........ ...... . .. 14_206Inspedron ................ . .... . 14 207
One wav ClutchDisassembly/lnspection/ReassemblY ... 11_209
Sub-shaftDisassembly/lnspection/Reassembly ... . .. . 14-210
oisassembly/Re6ssembly . . ... .-...... . . ..14-211
Sub-shaft BearingsReplacement .......14'212
Clutchllfustrated Index .......... . . .14-213
Disassembly .... .. .....14-216Reassembfy .... . .. .. . 14'218
Differentialllfustrated Index " 14-222Backlash Inspection . .... . .14'223
Bearing Repiacement .. 11-223
Differe-ntial Carrier Replacement .. .. . . . .. ..11-2?4
OifSeal Replacement. . .. 14'225
Side Clearance lnspection . . - .. ... . - ...... . .. 11'226
Transmission Housing BearingsMainshaJVCountershaft EearingsRepfacement .......14221Sub'siralt Eearing Replacement . . . . . . . . . ..11'224
Toroue Converter Housing BearingsMainshattEearing/OilSe6lReplacement . .. l4229
Countershaft Bea;ing Replacement.. .... .. ..14-230
Input Test - '97 - 98 ModelsInput Test '99 - 00 Models
Symptom to-Component ChartHydraulic System ...............
Checking
Removal ...,lllustrated Index (4WD)
Interlock SystemInterlock ControlUnit lnputTest. -..... -.. .... . - 14 144* Key Interlock Solenoid Test .- .. . . . - . . . ..... 14_146* Shift Lock Solenoid Test ..............-.-. . .. . ... .... 14 147*Shift LockSolenoidReplacement...... .. . .. .. 14 148* park pin Switch Test ......... 14 119' Park Pin Switch Replacement- '97 - 98 Models ....... 14-150* Park Pin Swirch/Over Drive (O/Di SwitchReplacemenl '99-00Models . .. 14_151over-Drive (O/D) Switch {'99 00 [4odels]Test........_..................... .......14-152Hydr.ulic System
..............._............... t4 142.................................. 14-143
Control Lever AssemblyR6placement ......,.,Reverse ldler Gear
lllustrated lndex
.......... 14-230
14 231
11-231
1nsta1|ation ..................Park StopInspeclion/AdjustmenlTransfer AssemblY.......14.232
RoadTest.............-.... ........ .StallSpeedTest ....._........................ ....... 14-159Fluid Level......_................... 14'160
Disessembly .................... 14-235Transfer Drive Gear BearingReplacementTrans{er Driven Gesf Shaft BearingReplacementTransfer Housing Roller BearingReplacementTransfer Cov€r A Bearing Outer RaceReplacementTransfer Housing Bearing Outer RaceReplacement ......-..,,,,,.....ReassemblvTransmassaonBeassembly ... -.. .... .14 250
Torque Converier/Drive Plate . .-. .... .. . ... .....14_258
Transmissionlnstatlation .................. ....... 14'259
Cooler Flushing . . ......11-261ATF Cooler HosesConnection.................. ....... 14-266I Shift LeverRemoval/lnstallation . .. 14'261
Disassemblv/Reassemblv - '97 - 98 Models . . 14_264
Disassembli/Reassemblv -'99 - 00 Models . 14-269
Over'Orive (O/D) Switch WireClearanceAdjustment. - ... . . . .. .. . 14'270
Detent Spring Replscement . . -.. ... .14'271*Shift CableAdiustment ....... 14'272
Repfacement.............. . 11'273
14 15711-237
11-237
14-238
$-234
11-23914-240
Transmigrion
Inspeclron ....., ...........Transfer AssemblyRemova1,.,,,..............,lnstallalion ........... .. ...Transmission
14 164
14-16514,167
14-169
End Cover/Transmissio . 14'174Transmission Housing .... ... .. . . .... .. 14-176Torque Converter Housingly'alve Body.. - ... -. 14 178
lllustrated lndex (2WD)End Cover/Transmissio ....... 14 180Transmission Housing . . ... . .. .... ... 14'182Torque Convener Housing/r'alve Body ......- 14-184
End CovefRemovat ...................... ....... 14'186Transmission HousingRemoval ...................... .. 14_188Torque Convener HousingA/alve BodYRemovat ................-..... .-..... 14-190
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Description
Rear Differential
Outline
The Real-time 4WD-Dual Pump System model has a hydraulic clutch and a differential mechanism in the rear differential
assembly. Under normal conditions, the vehicle is driven by the front wheels. However, depending on to the driving force
of the front wheels and the road conditions. the system instantly transmits appropriate driving force to the rear wheels
without requiring the driver to switch between 2WD (tront wheel drive) and 4WD (four wheel drive). The switching mecha-
nism between 2WD and 4WD is integrated into the rear differential assembly to make the system light and compact.
ln addition, the dual-pump system switches off the rear-wheel-drive force when braking in a forward gear. This allows the
braking system to work properly on models equipped with an Anti-lock Braking System (ABS).
Construction
The rear differential assembly consists of the torque control differential case assembly and the rear differential carrier
assembly. The torque control differential case assembly consists of the differential clutch assembly, the companion
flange, and the oil pump body assembly. The rear differential carrier assembly consists of the differential mechanism. The
differential drive and driven gears are hypoid gears.
The oil pump body assembly consists of the front oil pump, the rear oil pump, the hydraulic control mechanism, and the
clutch piston. The clutch piston has a disc spring that constantly provides the differential clutch assembly with a preset
torque to Drevent abnormal sound.
The clutch guide in the differential clutch assembly is connected to the propeller shaft via the companion flange, and it
receives the driving force lrom the transfer assembly. The clutch guide rotates the clutch plate and the front oil pump in
the oil pump body.
The clutch hub in the differential clutch assembly has a clutch disc that is splined with the hypoid drive pinion gear. The
hypoid drive gear drives the rear oil pump.
The front and rear oil pumps are trochoidal pumps. The rear oil pump capacity is 2.5 percent larger that the front oil pump
to handle the rotation difference between the front and rear wheels caused by worn front tires and tight corner braking.
The oil pumps are designed so the fluid intake works as a fluid discharge when the oil pumps rotate in reverse. Genuine
Honda CVT fluid is used instead of differential fluid.
Operation
When there is a difference in rotation speed between the front wheels (clutch guide) and rear wheels (hypoid driven gear),
hydraulic pressure from the front and rear oil pumps engages the differential clutch, and drive force from the transler
assembly is applied to the rear wheels.
The hydraulic pressure control mechanism in the oil pump body selects 4WD mode when the vehicle is started abruptly,
or when accelerating in a forward or reverse gear (causing rotation difference between the front and rear wheels). or
when braking in reverse gear {when decelerating). lt switches to 2WD mode when the vehicle is driven at a constant speed
in forwar! or reverse gear (when there is no rotation difference between the front and rear wheels), or when braking in a
fo rwa rd gear (when decelerating).
To protect the system, the differential clutch assembly is lubricated by hydraulic pressure generated by the oil pumps in
both 4WD and 2WD modes. Also, the thermal switch relieves the hydraulic pressure on the clutch piston and cancels 4WD
mode if the temDerature of the differential fluid rises above normal.
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lnterior Trim
Headliner Removal and Installation
CAUTION: When prying with a tlat-tip screwdriver,
wrap it with protective tape to prevent damage.
NOTE:
. Take care not to bend and scratch the headliner.o Be careful not to damage the dashboard and other
interior trim.
1. Remove:
. Front and rear door side trim (see page 20-41). Front pillartrim (see page 20-41)
. Center pillar lower trim panel (see page 20-41). Center pillar upper trim (see page 20 41). Rear seat (one side, see page 20-63). Cargo area floor and cargo storage bin
{see page 20-43)
. Rear trim panel (see page 20-421
. Rear side trim panel (oneside, see page 20-42l,
. Rear hatch glass support strut (one side, seepage 20-78)
. Ouaner pillar trim panel {one side, see page 20-
42)
. Ceiling light, interior light and trunk light(see section 23)
. Rearview mirror (see page 20-28)
2. Remove the sunvisor and holder from each side.
>: Scaew location3, 4
I
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suNvtsoR
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3. Remove the grab handles from
passenger's sides.
>r Screw locations, 6
the front and rear
ry_l
COVER
4. Remove the clips, then remove the headliner.
NOTE: An assistant is helpful when removing the
headliner.
>: Clip locations,9
HEADLINER
Pullout. OUARTERTRIMPANEL
5. Remove the headliner through the rear hatch glass
openrng.
6. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. When reinstalling the headliner through the rear
hatch glass opening, be careful not to fold or
bend it, Also, be careful not to scratch the body.. Check that both sides of the headliner are
securely attached to the trim.
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Bumpers
Rear Bumper Removal and Installation
CAUTION: Put on gloves to proteqt your hands.
NOTE:
. An assistant is helpful when removing the rear bumper.. Take care not to scratch the rear bumDer and bodv.
>: Boli, screw locationsa>,2B>,4c>, 10>: Clip locelions, 7
rgfi\\* ffi\\-. 3il;l-'lln*n,..,
WJ/* Y)f t.2tbtftl
.f-.' I
0f'" I trl-l.Kl
-l
BEAR BUMPERSTEP
SIOE MARKERLIGHT CONNECTOFDisconnect.REAR SPLASHGUARD
To body
To body
SIDEMARKERLIGHT
To body
To body
REAR BUMPER
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. lf necessary, replace any damaged clips.. Make sure the side marker light connectors are plugged in properly.. Make sure the rear bumper engages the side clips on each side securely.
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Rear Window Wiper Arm and
Motor Replacement
CAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
NOTE; Take care not to damage the rear hatch glass.
1. Remove the rear window wiper arm.
a: Nut loc.tion!, 3>: Scaow locationa, 2
REAR WINDOWWIPER MOIOR
REAR WIPERCOVER
REARWIPER ARM
6x1.0mm9.8 N.m 11.0 kgt'm,7.2 tbf.ftl
SPECIAL NUT18 x 1.0 mm9 N.m 10.9 kgt m,5. r tbt.ftl
NUT6x 1.0mm9.8 N.m {1.0 kgt.m,?.2 tbfftl
Remove the rear wiper lower cover.
Disconnect the connector, then remove the rear
window wiper motor.
Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
. Make sure the connector is connected properly.
. Install the rea. window wiper arm as described
on page 20-103.
. Check the rear window wiper motor operation.
. Grease the moving parts.
@rrc
Washer Reservoir Replacement
GAUTION: Put on gloves to protect your hands.
1. Remove:
. Front grille (see page 20-771
. Front bumper (see page 20-721
. Front wheel {left side, see section 18)
. Front wheelwell protector (left side, see page 20-
89)
. Inner fender (left side, see page 20-89)
. Headlight (left side, see section 23)
2. Disconnect the washer tubes and washer motor
connectors.
>: Bolt locations, 3
6x1.0mm9,8 N.m 11.0 kgt.m,7.2 tbt.ftl
Route the washer tubesto the washer teservoir
WASHERRESERVOIR
WINOSHIELOWASHER MOTON
CONNECTORS
3. Remove the bolts, then remove the washer reser-
votr,
4. Installation is the reverse of the removal procedure.
NOTE:
a Make sure the washer motor connectors and
washer tubes are connected properly.
. Check the washer motor operation.
HARNESS / tcLrP C-(fu
- S(ilq
s{J
l' wrsHER
20-99
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Connector ldentification and Wire Harness Routing
Main Wire Harn€ss (left side of dash and floor branchesl {cont,dl
c401
c402
c403
c404
c404
c405
c406
c407
c408
c409
c410
c410
c411
c412
c413
c413
c414
c415
c416
c416
c417
c418
c419
c420
c420
c421
c422
c423
c424
c425
c42A
c426
c437
c438
c438
c439
c440
c441c442
5
20
20
24
't4
8
5
3
12
10'1
18
20'18
10
15
1
4
8
5
5
22
Behind left kick panel
Behind left kick panel
Behind left kick panel
Behind left kick panel
Behind left kick panel
Under left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dash
Under left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dash
Under left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder middle of dashUnder middle of dashUnder middle of dashUnder middle of dashUnder middle of dash
Under left side of dashUnder left side of dash
Under left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dash
Under left side of dash
Under left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dashUnder left side of dash
Starter cut relay
Horn relay
Left side wire harness (C558)
Left side wire harness (C559)
Left side wire harness (C559)
Cruise control unitDaytime running lights control unitDaytime running lights control unitlgnition key light control unitInterior wire harness {C701)Cable reel
Cable reel
lgnition key switchlgnition key switch
Combination switch sub-harness {C753)
Combination switch sub-harness (C753)
SRS main harness (C803)
Dashboard wire harness (C503)
Dashboard wire harness (C501)
Dashboard wire harness {C501)Under-dash fuse/relay box (C922)
Under-dash fuse/relay box (C920)
Under-dash fuse/relay box (C919)
lntegrated control unit
Integrated control unitFront fog lights switchBrake switch
Interlock control unitReverse relay
Rear accessory socket relayRear accessory socket relayRear heated oxygen sensor sub-harness (C722)
Security control unitSecurity starter cut relay (for securityalarm system)
Junction connector (for interlock system)Security wire harnessSecurity wire harnessRear window wiper control unitCombination switch sub-harness (C760)
Combination switch sub-harness (C760)
Securlty indicatorSecurity valet switchClutch interlock switchClutch switch (for cruise control)
'97 model'98 - 00mooets
Canada
Canada'97 model
'97 model'98 - 00models
'97 - 98models'99 - 00
moqets
'97 model'98 - 00mooets
Optional
Optional
Optional
Optional
Optional'97 model
'97 - 98mooels'99 - 00models
OptionalOptional
Mfi
Mlr
Under left side of dashBody ground, via main wire harness
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Power Distribution
Fuse
1
3
5
6
7
I
9
10
11
12
13
14
"^
RED/B LU
RED/GRN
WHT/BLK
RED/VVHT
YEUBLK
RED
GRN/BLK
BLU/BLK
YEVBLK
YEUGRN
RED
BLK/YE L
BLK/VVHT
17
7.5 A
7.5 A
BLVBLU
BLKA/EL
18
19
20
22
7.54
7.54
l0 A
10 A
YEUBLK
YEVRED
BLKAr'YHT
RED /VHT
RED/YE L
Fuse-to-Component(sl Index (numerical sequencel (cont'dl
Under-dash Fuse/Relay Box:
Capacity
10 A
10 A
10 A
10 A
20A
204
15A
204
204
7.5 A'15 A
7.5 A
7.5 A
Wire ColorCircuit{s) Protected
Not used
Not used
Rear window washer motor (via switch)
Rear window wiper control unit ('97 model)
Rear window wiper motor
Daytime running rights resister {Canada)
Right headlight {High beam}
Daytime running rights resister (Canada)
High beam indjcator light
Left headlight (High beam)
Rear accessory socket (via relay)
Left rear power window motor (via switch)
Right rear power window motor (via switch)
Distributor (ignition control module)
Front passenger's power window motor (via switch)
Driver's power window motor {via switch)
Power window master switch (power window control unit)
Turn signal/hazard relay (via switch)
PGM-FI main relay
SRS unit (VA)
Cruise control unit (via switch)
Cruise main switch indicator light
Alternator
Charging system light
ELD unit (USA)
EVAP bypass solenoid valve ('98 - 00 models)
EVAP control canister vent shut valve ('98 - 00 models)
EVAP purge control solenoid valve
Primary HO2S
Secondary H02S
VSS
ABS control unit
Option connector (lG2)
Ay'C compressor clutch relay
Blower motor high relay
Blower motor relay
Condenser fan relay
Heater control panel
Left power mirror actuators (via switch)
Mode control motor
Radiator fan relay
Recirculation control motor
Right power mirror actuators (via switch)
Daytime running lights control unit (Canada)
Back-up lights
Reverse relay (A"/T)
Daytime running lights control unit (Canada)
Right headlight (Low beam)
Left headlight (Low beam)
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Stereo Sound System
Audio Unit Removal
Make sure you have the anti-theft code for the
radio, then write down the frequencies for the
radio's preset buttons (with anti-theft feature).
Remove the center panel (see section 201,
Remove the four mounting bolts, and pull the audio
unit out.
Disconnect the 'l6P connector and sub antenna
lead, then remove the audio unit.
Install in the reverse order of removal.
After installing the audio unit, enter the anti-theft
code for the radio. then enter the customer's radio
station presets (with anti-theft feature).
1.
AUDIO UNIT
CENTEB PANEL
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Audio Unit Terminals
CavrtyWireConnoct3 to
Terminal No.6, 11, and 13: Not used(Terminal No. 1,3, 4,'11,12, 13, and '14 Not us6d)
{ ): '99 - 00 models
1{7)RED/GRNRight front door speaker @
2 {8}BLULeft front door speaker @
3 {9)RED/BLKLights-on signal
4 (10)WHT/BLUConstant power (tuning
memory)
5 (2)YEUREDACC (main sterso power
supplyl
7 (6)BLU/YELLeft rear soeaker @
8 (s)RE D/VELRight rear speaker @
9 (17)BRN/BLKRiqht f.ont door speaker O
10 (18)GRY/BLKLeft front door soeaker O
12 (19)REDDash lights brightness con-
troller
14 (20)BLKGround (G501)
15 (16)GRYMHTLeft rear speaker O
16 (15)BRN^ll/HTRight resr speaker O
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