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Engine Cannot Be Started In P and N Position

2. Engine Cannot Be Started In P and N Position

SYMPTOM:
^ Engine cannot be started with selector lever in P or N position.
^ Engine can be started with selector lever in D, 2, 1 or R position.

1. CHECK PNP SWITCH CIRCUIT

With CONSULT-II





Does TCM. INPUT SIGNALS in DATA MONITOR show damage to PNP switch circuit?

Without CONSULT-II
Does self-diagnosis show damage to PNP switch circuit?
Yes or No
Yes >> Check PNP switch circuit. Refer to DTC P0705 PARK/NEUTRAL POSITION (PNP) SWITCH.
No >> GO TO 2.

2. CHECK PNP SWITCH INSPECTION
Check for short or open of PNP switch harness connector terminals 1 and 2.
Refer to Diagnostic Procedure.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 3.
NG >> Repair or replace PNP switch.

3. CHECK CONTROL CABLE





Check control cable. Refer to Control Cable Adjustment.
OK or NG
OK >> GO TO 4.
NG >> Adjust control cable. Refer to Control Cable Adjustment.

4. CHECK STARTING SYSTEM
Check starting system. Refer to STARTING SYSTEM.
OK or NG
OK >> INSPECTION END
NG >> Repair or replace damaged parts.