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.
Inspection Procedure
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (PATTERN SELECT SWITCH - BODY GROUND)
- Disconnect the connector of the pattern select switch.
- Measure the resistance according to the value (s) in the table below.
Standard resistance
TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION TABLETester Connection Specified Condition 4 - Body ground Below 1 Ω NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK: Go to Next Step
- INSPECT PATTERN SELECT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
- Measure the resistance according to the value (s) in the table below.
Standard resistance
TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION TABLESwitch Condition Tester Connection Specified Condition Press continuously pattern select switch (2nd STRT) 3-4 Below 1 Ω Release pattern select switch (2nd STRT) ↑ 10 kΩ or higher NG: REPLACE PATTERN SELECT SWITCH ASSEMBLY
OK: Go to Next Step
- CHECK HARNESS AND CONNECTOR (PATTERN SELECT SWITCH - ECM)
- Connect the connector of the pattern select switch.
- Disconnect the ECM connector.
- Measure the resistance according to the value (s) in the table below.
Standard resistance
TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION TABLESwitch Condition Tester Connection Specified Condition Press continuously pattern select switch (2nd STRT) E8 - 27 (SNWI) - Body ground Below 1 Ω Release pattern select switch (2nd STRT) ↑ 10 kΩ or higher NG: REPAIR OR REPLACE HARNESS OR CONNECTOR
OK: PROCEED TO NEXT CIRCUIT INSPECTION SHOWN IN PROBLEM SYMPTOMS TABLE
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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.
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