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Center Differential Lock Switch

Start engine and ensure switch is off. Ensure light only illuminates when transfer case shift lever is in "L" position. Ensure light turns off when transfer case shift lever is in "N" or "H" position. Check for continuity between terminals. See Fig 1 and CENTER DIFFERENTIAL LOCK SWITCH CONTINUITY  table. If continuity is not as specified, replace switch.

CENTER DIFFERENTIAL LOCK SWITCH CONTINUITY

Switch Position Terminals No. Test Condition
ON 1 & 2 No Continuity
ON 1 & 3 No Continuity
ON 2 & 3 Continuity
OFF 1 & 2 Continuity
OFF 1 & 3 No Continuity
OFF 2 & 3 No Continuity
Fig 1: Identifying Differential Lock Switch Terminals
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