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Transmission Mode Switch: Testing and Inspection

HOLD SWITCH INSPECTION [GF4A-EL]
Inspection of Operation
1. Turn the ignition switch from OFF to the ON position.
2. Verify that the HOLD indicator light is not illuminated. Press the HOLD switch and verify that the HOLD indicator light illuminates.
- If not as specified, inspect the terminal voltage of the HOLD switch.

Inspection of Voltage
1. Remove the rear console, brake boot panel, and center panel.
2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position.








3. Measure the voltage at the HOLD switch connector.
- If not as specified, inspect for continuity at the HOLD switch.

Inspection of Continuity
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
2. Disconnect the HOLD switch connector.








3. Inspect for continuity at the HOLD switch.
- If the switch is okay, inspect the wiring harness. (HOLD switch-PCM, HOLD switch-Body ground.)
- If not as specified, replace the selector lever knob component.
4. Install the center panel, brake boot panel, and rear console.
5. Connect the negative battery cable.