Pattern Select Switch

1995 Mitsubishi Montero LS, Automatic, V4AW3SECTION Pattern Select Switch

Using a screwdriver, remove pattern select switch from console. Switch is located at rear of selector lever, to right of emergency brake handle. Using a DVOM, check continuity between pattern select switch terminals No. 1 and 2, with switch in HOLD position. Continuity should exist. With switch in POWER position, check continuity between terminals No. 1 and 6. Continuity should exist. If continuity is not as specified, replace switch. See Fig 1 .

Fig 1: Identifying Pattern Select Switch Terminals
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