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Transmission Mode Switch: Testing and Inspection

Operational Inspection
1. Turn the ignition switch ON.




2. Press the hold switch ON/OFF and verify that the hold indicator illuminates when the hold mode is selected.
3. If not as specified, measure the hold switch terminal voltage.

Terminal Voltage
1. Remove the console panel.
2. Turn the ignition switch ON.




3. Press the hold switch ON/OFF, and measure the voltage between terminals D and F.
4. If not correct, check the hold switch continuity.

Continuity
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and the shift-lock control unit connector.




2. Press the hold switch ON/OFF, and check continuity between terminals D and F.
3. If not correct, replace the selector lever knob.
4. Connect the shift-lock control unit connector.
5. Install the console panel.
6. Connect the negative battery cable.




Troubleshooting Tip