Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
Gearshift Position Switch: 3.2TL
Raise vehicle. Disconnect gearshift position switch connector. Use a DVOM and check for continuity between specified terminals while moving the gearshift lever to specified positions. Refer to the GEARSHIFT POSITION SWITCH TEST (3.2TL) table. Also, see Fig 1 . If switch tests okay, test is complete. If switch does not indicate continuity in any position, adjust switch and retest. See ADJUSTMENTS . If one or more terminals do not indicate continuity, replace switch. See GEARSHIFT POSITION SWITCH under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
| Shifter | Continuity Between Ground & Terminal No. |
|---|---|
| "2" | 8 & 9 |
| "D" | 8 & 9 |
| "D4" | 8 & 9 |
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.