Component Inspection

Ignition "OFF".
Remove "TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH"
Measure continuity (resistance) between each terminals of the sensor
1. Specification : approx. 0 Ω
Fig 1: Measuring Continuity Between Terminals Of Sensor
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Fig 2: Sensor Continuity Chart
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Is resistance within specifications?
YES
1. Substitute with a known-good PCM/TCM and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace PCM/TCM and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
NO
1. Replace "TRANSAXLE RANGE SWITCH" as necessary and Go to "VERIFICATION VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure