Not P Position Switch Inspection

1. Disconnect the negative battery cable. (See NEGATIVE BATTERY CABLE DISCONNECTION/CONNECTION [SKYACTIV-G 2.5] .)
2. Remove the selector lever knob (type A).
   Fig 1: Identifying Selector Lever Knob

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3. Perform the following procedure to remove the selector lever knob (type B).
   NOTE:

   • If the servicing is difficult, release the shift lock manually and shift the selector lever to the N position.
   1. Insert the tool (width: 6 mm or less, thickness; 1 mm or less) as shown in the figure.
      Fig 2: Inserting Tool In To Selector Lever Knob

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   2. Move the tool in the direction of arrow (1) in the figure and detach the hook. Move the lock release button cover in the direction of arrow (2) in the figure and remove it.
      Fig 3: Selector Lever Knob

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   3. Remove the spring.
      Fig 4: Removing Spring

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   4. Remove the selector lever knob.
4. Remove the front console. (See FRONT CONSOLE REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
   Fig 5: Removing Selector Lever Knob

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5. Disconnect the selector lever component connector.
6. Verify that the continuity between selector lever component terminals B and I.
   Fig 6: Identifying Selector Lever Knob Components Connector

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Type A 

Fig 7: Checking Continuity Between Selector Lever Component Terminals B And I (Type A)

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Type B 

• If not as verified, replace the selector lever component. (See AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SHIFT MECHANISM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)

Fig 8: Checking Continuity Between Selector Lever Component Terminals B And I (Type B)

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