Active Damper System Switch Test

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Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
Remove the center console (see CENTER CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Remove the center console box (see CENTER CONSOLE BOX REPLACEMENT ).
Push out the active damper system switch (A) from the back of the center console.

Fig 1: Identifying Active Damper System Switch And Connector
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Disconnect the active damper system switch connector (B).
Check for continuity between the active damper system switch connector terminals in each switch position according to Fig 3.

Fig 2: Identifying Active Damper System Switch 5P Connector
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Fig 3: Checking For Continuity Between Terminals In Each Switch Position
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If the continuity is not as specified, replace the illumination bulb or the switch.