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Paddle Shifter - (Downshift Switch) Test

Paddle Shifter - (Downshift Switch) Test

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations and the precautions and procedures in the SRS before doing repairs or service.

1. Remove the steering wheel.
2. Check the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) for continuity between the steering wheel switch harness 20P connector terminals No. 16 and No. 7. There should be continuity while pressing the paddle shifter -, and no continuity when the shifter is released.





3. The paddle shifter - test is finished if the test result is OK.
If the paddle shifter - works incorrectly at the 20P connector, test the shifter at its connector.
4. Remove the paddle shifter - connector from its holder, and disconnect the connector.





5. Check the paddle shifter - for continuity between the connector terminals while pressing the shifter and when the shifter is released. There should be continuity while pressing the paddle shifter -, and no continuity when the shifter is released.
6. Replace the paddle shifter - if the paddle shifter - works incorrectly.
7. Replace the steering wheel switch harness if the switch is OK.
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