Circuit Open/Short Inspection

2006 Chevrolet Chevy Express G2500, Van Cargo Extended, 5.3 T, 4L60E/M30SECTION Circuit Open/Short Inspection
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2004 Mazda 3. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
Fig 1: Identifying Neutral Switch Terminals
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  1. Disconnect the PCM connector.
  2. Inspect the following wiring harness for an open or short circuit. (Continuity inspection)
  1. Open circuit 
    • If there is no continuity in the following wiring harnesses, there is an open circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
      • Neutral switch terminal A and PCM terminal 1S
      • Neutral switch terminal B and body GND
  1. Short circuit 
    • If there is continuity in the following wiring harnesses, there is a short circuit. Repair or replace the wiring harness.
      • Neutral switch terminal B and GND
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