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Stoplight Switch Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2009 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
CAUTION: Do not apply grease or lubricant to the switch and the switch installation section to avoid malfunction of the switch. In addition, do not use gloves which have grease on them.

Check for continuity between the terminals of the switch.

CONTINUITY SPECIFICATION

Check condition Terminal connector of tester Normal condition
At free position 1 - 2 (for stoplight switch) Continuity exists (2 Ω or less)
3 - 4 (for cruise control) No continuity
Press the plunger from the edge of the outer case by the dimension shown in the figure. 1 - 2 (for stoplight switch) No continuity
3 - 4 (for cruise control) Continuity exists (2 Ω or less)
Fig 1: Identifying Stoplight Switch Connector Terminal (Vehicles With Cruise Control System)
G05904675Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.