Transmission Position Sensor/Switch: Testing and Inspection

TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SWITCH INSPECTION [SJ6A-EL]

Operating inspection

1. Verify that the starter operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the START position with the selector lever in the P or N position.

- If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. Adjustments

2. Verify that the back-up lights illuminate when shifted to the R position with the ignition switch at the ON position.

- If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. Adjustments

3. Verify that the positions of the selector lever and the indicator are aligned.






- If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. Adjustments

Continuity Inspection

CAUTION:
- Water or foreign material entering the connector can cause poor connections or corrosion. Be sure that water or foreign material do not enter the connector when disconnecting it.

1. Remove the engine cover. Service and Repair

2. Remove the battery cover.

3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.

4. Remove the front tunnel member.

5. Remove the rear tunnel member.

6. Remove the catalytic converter. Service and Repair

7. Remove the insulator.






8. Disconnect the TR switch connector.






9. Verify continuity as indicated in the table.






- If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. Adjustments





10. Reinspect for continuity at TR switch.

- If there is any malfunction, replace the TR switch. Service and Repair

11. Connect the TR switch connector.

12. Install the insulator.

Tightening torque
- 8-11 Nm {82-112 kgf-cm, 72-97 in-lbf}

13. Install the catalytic converter. Service and Repair

14. Install the rear tunnel member.

15. Install the front tunnel member.

16. Connect the negative battery cable.

17. Install the battery cover.

18. Install the engine cover. Service and Repair