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Neutral Safety Switch: Testing and Inspection




NEUTRAL SWITCH INSPECTION [L3]

Continuity Inspection

1. Remove the neutral switch. Service and Repair

2. Verify that the continuity between neutral switch terminals A and B is as indicated in the table.






- If there is no malfunction, perform the "Circuit Open/Short Inspection".
- If there is any malfunction, replace the neutral switch.





Circuit Open/Short Inspection





1. Disconnect the PCM connector.

2. Inspect the following wiring harness for an open or short circuit. (Continuity inspection)

Open circuit

- If there is no continuity in the following wiring harnesses, there is an open circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.

- Neutral switch terminal A and PCM terminal 1BC
- Neutral switch terminal B and body ground

Short circuit

- If there is continuity in the following wiring harnesses, there is a short circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.

- Neutral switch terminal A and power supply
- Neutral switch terminal A and body ground
- Neutral switch terminal B and power supply