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Hazard Warning Switch

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2002 Toyota Avalon. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Turn ignition off. Remove hazard warning switch from center air ventilation grille. Disconnect 10-pin electrical harness connector from switch. Note hazard warning switch electrical terminals and switch positions.
  2. Using a DVOM, check continuity between specified terminals of hazard warning switch with switch in specified position. See Fig 1. See HAZARD WARNING SWITCH CONTINUITY  table. Replace hazard warning switch if defective.
    HAZARD WARNING SWITCH CONTINUITY

    Switch Position Test Between Terminals (1) Specification
    OFF 5 & 7 Continuity
    ON 5 & 6; 1, 2, 3 & 4 Continuity
    Illumination Circuit 8 & 9 Continuity
    (1) See Fig 1.
    Fig 1: Identifying Hazard Warning Switch Terminals
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