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Repair Procedures: Inspection: Notes

Inspect the following items by referring to inspection flow chart.

(Refer to Inhibitor Switch - "TROUBLESHOOTING ")

  1. Check the diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) using KDS.
  2. Check that "N" range setting matches.

    (Refer to Inhibitor Switch - "INSTALLATION ")

  3. Check the free play for shift cable.

    (Refer to Shift Cable - "INSTALLATION ")

  4. Check the condition of connector.
    1. Inspect connector thoroughly for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deformation, or damage.
    2. Turn ignition key "ON" and engine "OFF" and measure the voltage between the power supplied to inhibitor switch circuit and ground.

    Specification  : Approx. 12 V

  5. Inspect the ground of rear combination lamp circuit.
  6. Inspect the wiring connection of junction box power terminal and fuse lamp.
    1. Check for separation of fuse holder and check that the holder is tightly holding the fuse.
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    2. Attach tester fuse to check that it is connected properly.
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    3. Check if fuse is damaged.
  7. Check the inhibitor switch circuit signal.
    1. Turn Ignition "ON", & engine "OFF".
    2. Measure the voltages between each signal terminal and chassis ground in each range (P, R, N, D).

    Specification  : Approx. 12 V