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Neutral Switch Inspection

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  1. Remove the battery cover. (See BATTERY REMOVAL/INSTALLATION [LF, L5] .)
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
  3. Remove the neutral switch. (See NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .) (See NEUTRAL SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
  4. Inspect for continuity between the neutral switch terminals using an ohmmeter.

Specification 

CONTINUITY CHART

Measured condition Continuity
Rod pushed Continuity detected
Except above No continuity
Fig 1: Identifying Neutral Switch Connector Terminals
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