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A/T Park Pin Switch Test




A/T Park Pin Switch Test

1. Remove the center lower covers. Dashboard Center Lower Cover Removal/Installation

2. Disconnect the D3 switch/park pin switch/A/T gear position indicator panel light connector.

3. Shift the shift lever in P, and check for continuity between D3 switch/park pin switch/A/T gear position indicator panel light connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
There should be no continuity.

4. Shift out of P, and check for continuity between connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2.
There should be continuity.

5. If the park pin switch tests OK, connect the connector and install the center lower covers. Dashboard Center Lower Cover Removal/Installation
If the park pin switch fails the test, replace the park pin switch. Service and Repair