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Neutral Position Switch: Inspection

Measure the resistance of neutral position switch.

Fig 1: Measuring Neutral Position Switch Resistance - Non-Turbo Model
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RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION CHART

Gear shift position Terminal No. Specified resistance
Neutral position 1 and 2 Less than 1 Ω
Other positions Over 1MΩ
Fig 2: Measuring Neutral Position Switch Resistance - Turbo Model
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RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION CHART

Gear shift position Terminal No. Specified resistance
Neutral position 1 and 3 Less than 1 Ω
Other positions Over 1MΩ

If NG, replace the neutral position switch.