Inhibitor Switch Adjustment

INHIBITOR SWITCH ADJUSTMENT
The inhibitor switch has two major functions. It allows the back-up lights to illuminate when the shift lever is placed in the reverse range. It also acts as a neutral safety switch allowing current to pass from the starter only when the lever is placed in the "P" or "N" range.

A continuity tester may be used to check the inhibitor switch for~proper operation.





^ Check continuity at "N", "P" and "R" ranges.
^ With control lever held in Neutral, turn manual lever an equal amount in both directions to see if current flow ranges are nearly the same. (Current normally begins to flow before manual lever reaches an angle of 1.5° in either direction.)

If current flows outside normal range, or if normal flow range is out of specifications, properly adjust inhibitor switch.

Adjust inhibitor switch as follows:
This adjustment can be done on the vehicle.
1. Loosen attaching screws.
2. Set select lever (manual shaft) at "N" position.





3. Insert a 2.5 mm (0.098 in) dia. pin into adjustment holes in both inhibitor switch and switch lever as near vertical as possible.
4. Tighten screws.
Torque: 2.0 - 2.5 Nm (0.20 - 0.26 kg-m, 1.4 - 1.9 ft.lb)

5. Recheck for continuity. If faulty, replace the switch.