2002 Acura 3.2CL BaseFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Park Pin Switch

  1. Remove the console panel. See CONSOLE PANEL  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION.
  2. Disconnect the A/T shift switch assembly connector. See Figure.
  3. Shift the gearshift lever into the "P" position, then check for continuity between the A/T shift switch assembly component connector No. 2 and 4 terminals. There should be continuity.
  4. Shift the gearshift lever out of the "P" position, and check for continuity between the A/T shift switch assembly component connector No. 2 and 4 terminals. There should be no continuity.
  5. If the park pin switch is faulty, remove the gearshift lever assembly. See GEARSHIFT LEVER ASSEMBLY  under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Replace the detent bracket (park pin switch is not available separately). See Figure.
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