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Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection

Transmission Range Switch Test





1. Remove the transmission range switch harness connector (A) from the connector bracket (B), then disconnect the connector.





2. Check for continuity between terminals at the harness connector. There should be continuity between the terminals in the following table for each switch position.





3. If there is no continuity between any terminals, remove the transmission range switch cover.





4. Disconnect transmission range switch connector.





5. Check for continuity between terminals at the switch connector. There should be continuity between the terminals in the following table for each switch position.
6. If there is no continuity between any terminals, check the transmission range switch installation. If the transmission range switch installation is OK, replace the switch. If the transmission range switch continuity check was OK, replace the faulty transmission range switch harness.