Shift Paddle Switch: Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2008 Lexus IS 350. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

INSPECT SHIFT PADDLE SWITCH

Measure the resistance between each terminal when the paddle shift is moved to each position.

Standard resistance

TESTER CONNECTION SPECIFIED CONDITION CHART

Paddle Shift Position	Tester Connection	Specified Condition
Pull continuously "+" (Up shift)	SFTU - ECC	Below 1 Ω
Release "+" (Up shift)	SFTU - ECC	10 kΩ or higher
Pull continuously "-" (Down shift)	SFTD - ECC	Below 1 Ω
Release "-" (Down shift)	SFTD - ECC	10 kΩ or higher

If the resistance value is not as specified, replace the shift paddle switch.

Fig 1: Identifying Terminals Of Shift Paddle Switch