Component Inspection

Measure the resistance between each terminal of the sensor.

Specification : Approx. 0 Ω

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Sensor Terminals

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Fig 2: Identifying Transaxle Range Switch Connector Terminals

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[RANGE SWITCH continuity check table (Case of SPORTS MODE vehicle has no 3,2, L range)]

LEVER POSITION REFERENCE

Is resistance within specification?
YES
- Substitute with a known-good PCM/TCM and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace PCM/TCM as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
NO
- Replace "TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH" as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure