Inhibitor Switch (A/T)

Remove connector from switch. Connect ohmmeter to appropriate switch terminals. See Fig 1 or Fig 2 . Continuity should exist with gearshift in Park and Neutral. No continuity should exist in any other ranges. If switch does not perform as indicated, replace switch.

Fig 1: Checking Inhibitor Switch Continuity (Miata)

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Fig 2: Checking Inhibitor Switch Continuity (Protege & 323)

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