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Reverse Position Switch Signal Circuit Troubleshooting

Reverse Position Switch Signal Circuit Troubleshooting

M/T model


1. Turn the ignition switch ON (II).

Are the back-up lights on when the shift lever is not in reverse position?

YES - Inspect the reverse position switch.

NO - Go to step 2.

2. Shift the transmission to reverse gear.

Do the back-up lights come on?

YES - Go to step 3.

NO - Go to step 4.




3. Measure voltage between the ECM connector terminal B24 and B20.

Is there battery voltage?

YES - The reverse position switch signal is OK.

NO - Repair open in the wire between the ECM (B24) and the reverse position switch.

4. Inspect the No.27 (7.5 A) fuse in the under-dash fuse/relay box.

Is the fuse OK?

YES - Repair open in the wire between the brake switch and the No.27 (7.5 A) fuse. Inspect the reverse position switch.

NO - Repair short in the wire between the ECM (B24) and the No.27 (7.5 A) fuse. Replace the No.27 (7.5 A) fuse.