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DR-1F Park/Neutral Switch Input Circuit to SMEC


Complete Driveability Test 1, Step C before proceeding.

1. Turn ignition switch Off, then disconnect 60-way electrical connector from SMEC and battery quick disconnect.
2. Connect an ohmmeter between terminal No. 30 and ground, then place gear selector in park, reverse, neutral and drive and observe ohmmeter in each position.
3. If ohmmeter shows continuity in all positions, locate and repair short to ground in wire of terminal No. 30.
4. If ohmmeter shows no continuity in all positions, locate and repair open circuit in wire of terminal No. 30 to neutral safety switch. Also check for defective neutral safety switch.
5. If ohmmeter reads as follows:
Park, continuity;
Reverse, no continuity;
Neutral, continuity;
Drive, no continuity,
Replace SMEC.