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Gear Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection

NEUTRAL SWITCH INSPECTION[AJ]

NOTE: Perform the following inspection only when directed.

Continuity Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Remove the natural switch.




3. Inspect for continuity between the neutral switch terminals A and B using an ohmmeter.
- If the neutral switch is okay, but the PID value is out of specification, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
- If not as specified, replace the neutral switch.

Specification

Circuit Open/short Inspection




1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
2. Inspect the following harness for open or short circuit. (Continuity check)

Open circuit
- Neutral switch terminal A and PCM terminal 2X
- Neutral switch terminal B and body ground

Short circuit
- Neutral switch terminal A and power supply
- Neutral switch terminal A and body ground