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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.
2000 Toyota Tundra Base, AutomaticFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Shift Lock Control Switch
NOTE:
On Avalon (floor shift), Celica, Corolla, ECHO, ES300, GS300, GS400, RAV4 and RX300; shift lock control switch is incorporated in shift lock ECU. No voltage tests for shift lock control switch circuits are available.
- Access shift lock ECU. See Figure and Figure . Turn ignition switch to ON position. Using DVOM, measure voltage by backprobing between specified shift lock control switch terminals with switch in specified condition. See SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGESΒ table. Ensure resistance is as specified.
- Disconnect electrical connector from shift lock control switch. Using DVOM, ensure continuity exists between specified shift lock control switch terminals in appropriate position and condition. See SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SWITCH CONTINUITYΒ table. Replace shift lock control switch if continuity does not exist as specified.SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SWITCH VOLTAGES
Application & Terminals No. Condition Voltage Avalon (Column Shift) 1 & 3 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 0 1 & 3 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter In "P" Position 9-13.5 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 9-13.5 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 0 Camry & Camry Solara 1 & 3 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 0 1 & 3 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 9-13.5 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 9-13.5 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter In "P" Position 0 Land Cruiser & LX470 1 & 3 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 0 1 & 3 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 9-13.5 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter In "P" Position 9-13.5 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 0 LS400, SC300 & SC400 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter In "P" Position 10-14 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 0 1 & 5 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter In "P" Position 0 1 & 5 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 10-14 Tacoma (Column Shift) 5 & 7 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 0 5 & 7 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 9-13.5 5 & 8 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter In "P" Position 9-13.5 5 & 8 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 0 Tacoma (Floor Shift) & 4Runner 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter In "P" Position 9-13.5 1 & 4 Ignition Switch In ACC Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 0 1 & 5 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter In "P" Position, Brake Pedal Depressed 0 1 & 5 Ignition Switch In ON Position, Shifter Not In "P" Position 9-13.5 SHIFT LOCK CONTROL SWITCH CONTINUITYApplication & Shift Lever Position (1) Terminals No. Avalon (Column Shift), Camry & Camry Solara Except Park 1 & 4 Park Release Button Not Pushed 1 & 3 Release Button Pushed 1 & 3 Or 1 & 4 LS400, SC300 & SC400 Except Park 1 & 4 Park Shift Lever Pushed Toward Left Side 1 & 5 Shift Lever Pushed Toward Right Side 1 & 4 Or 1 & 5 Land Cruiser & LX470 Except Park 1 & 4 Park Release Button Not Pushed 1 & 3 Release Button Pushed 1 & 4 Tacoma (Column Shift) Except Park 7 & 8 Park Shift Lever Not Pulled Toward Driver 2 & 8 Shift Lever Pulled Toward Driver 2 & 8 Or 7 & 8 Tacoma (Floor Shift) Except Park 1 & 4 Park Release Button Not Pushed 1 & 5 Release Button Pushed 1 & 5 Or 1 & 4 4Runner (A340E) Except Park 1 & 2 Park Release Button Not Pushed 2 & 3 Release Button Pushed 1 & 2 Or 2 & 3 4Runner (A340F) Except Park 1 & 4 Park Release Button Not Pushed 1 & 5 Release Button Pushed 1 & 4 Or 1 & 5 (1) For connector views, refer to appropriate illustration. See CONNECTOR IDENTIFICATIONΒ .
NOTE:
Continuity must be checked in accordance with position of release button on shift lever and/or shift lever position.
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When to See a Mechanic
Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:
- β’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
- β’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
- β’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
- β’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
- β’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.
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