Inspection Procedure

2004 Toyota Matrix XR, FWD, StandardSECTION Inspection Procedure
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  1. Check transfer neutral position switch. 

    PREPARATION:

    Remove the transfer neutral position switch (See DISASSEMBLY ).

    CHECK:

    Check the continuity between the switch terminals when pushing the ball at the tip of the switch.

    Fig 1: Checking Continuity Between Switch Terminals
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    OK:

    SWITCH SPECIFICATION

    Switch Specified condition
    Push Continuity
    Free No continuity
    1. NG : Replace transfer neutral position switch. 
    2. OK : Go To Next Step. 
  2. Check harness and connector between ECM and transfer neutral position switch, transfer neutral position switch and body ground (See )  HOW TO USE THE DIAGNOSTIC CHART AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE  . 
    1. NG : Repair or replace the harness or connector. 
    2. OK : Check and replace the ECM (See )  HOW TO USE THE DIAGNOSTIC CHART AND INSPECTION PROCEDURE  . 
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  • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
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