Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection

TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SWITCH INSPECTION [SJ6A-EL]

Operating inspection
1. Verify that the starter operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the START position with the selector [ever in the P or N position.
^ If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch.
2. Verify that the back-up lights illuminate when shifted to the R position with the ignition switch at the ON position.
^ If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch.





3. Verify that the positions of the selector lever and the indicator are aligned.
^ If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch.

Continuity Inspection

Caution: Water or foreign material entering the connector can cause poor connections or corrosion. Be sure that water or foreign material do not enter the connector when disconnecting it.

1. Remove the battery cover.
2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
3. Remove the tunnel member component,
4. Remove the middle pipe.





5. Remove the insulator.





6. Disconnect the TR switch connector.





7. Verify that the continuity is as indicated in the table.
^ If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch.





8. Reinspect for continuity at TR switch.
^ If there is any malfunction, replace the TR switch.
9. Connect the TR switch connector.
10. Install the insulator.
Tightening torque 8 - 11 Nm (82 - 112 kegs-cm, 72 - 97 inch lbs.)
11. Install the middle pipe.
12. Install the tunnel member component.
13. Connect the negative battery cable.
14. Install the battery cover.