Accord EX Coupe L4-2156cc 2.2L SOHC (VTEC) MFI (1997)
A/C Thermostat: Testing and Inspection
A/C Thermostat - Test
Connect battery power to the C terminal and ground the B terminal, and connect a test light between the A and C terminals.
NOTE: Use a 12 V, 3 W - 18 W test light.
Dip the A/C thermostat into a cup filled with ice water, and check the test light.
The light should go off at 36 - 39° F (2 - 4° C) or less, and should come on at 39 - 41° F (4 - 5° C) or more.
If the light doesn't come on and go off as specified, replace the A/C thermostat.