Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection
PARK / NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCHON-VEHICLE INSPECTION
1. INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY OPERATION
(a) Apply the parking brake.
(b) Turn the engine switch on (IG).
(c) Depress the brake pedal and check that the engine starts when the shift lever is set in the N or P position, but does not start in other positions.
(d) Check that the back-up light comes on and the reverse warning buzzer sounds when the shift lever is set in the R position, but the light and buzzer do not operate in other positions. If a failure is found, check the park/neutral position switch for continuity.
INSPECTION
Switch Side:
1. INSPECT PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH ASSEMBLY
(a) Measure the resistance according to the value(s) in the table below when the shift lever is moved to each position.
Standard resistance:
If operation cannot be done as specified, replace the park/neutral position switch.