Looks like my 2000 Honda CR-V needs a backup (reverse) light switch. I changed the fuse and both bulbs are not working so it’s unlikely the bulbs, right?) So, after that check the reverse lights are still out, so I’m assuming — hopefully — it’s the switch which I can kinda of see is on the bottom of the engine somewhere (see diagram - unfortunately I couldn’t figure out how to attach the drawing). I’m just not sure exactly where and there are no youtube videos on this R&R/ Any help would be appreciated.
Did you solve your turn signal and starting problems on your Nissan ? Asking for a friend.
Did you at least use a 12v test light to confirm power at the reverse bulb socket when the transmission is in reverse . . . ?
what about ground . . . did you verify the ground is good?
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I did not try that with the bulbs. I’ll do that. Not sure what you mean about the ground being good?
Yes i did. it was just the bulb. This response was related to my 2008 Altima not my current problem with the 2000 Honda reverse lights.
Being a Honda, IIRC it is a 2 wire switch screwed into the transmission, you can unplug the switch and with the key in the run position but not running, insert a paper clip in both terminals on the plug opposite the switch (jumper wire works too) and if the back up light turn on then replace the switch, if not keep digging…
Just be careful not to let the paper clip touch any metal or you WILL be replacing the fuse… lol
Lol. Ok,got it. Thanks Dave. Now, I just have to find the switch as that’s my original problem
It is on the transmission, not the engine…
Maybe close to the shift lever on the trans… I will look for a better pic…
Thanks Dave. I’d seen the diagram in my manuel, but the photo is terrific. Make it a lot easier to find. Hey, thanks for taking your time to help.
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You’re welcome sir…
Let us know the outcome please…
12 volt power coming IN needs a place to go to complete a circuit. On most cars that is the metal structure of the car. You check ground connections by using an Ohm-meter to measure the resistance from the non-12 volt terminal on the light socket to a bare metal screw bolt or nut nearby. The resistance should be very close to zero Ohms. If it is infinite, there is a broken wire somewhere between the bulb and the ground.
You might want to study up a bit on basic electrical theory if you are going to try and troubleshoot problems like this not to mention the proper tools.
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