Component Inspection

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2006 Nissan Xterra. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Turn ignition switch "OFF". (Stay for at least 5 seconds.)
Disconnect neutral position switch harness connector.
Remove neutral position switch. Refer to "LOCATION OF ELECTRICAL PARTS ".

Push and release neutral position switch and check continuity between neutral position switch terminals 1 and 2.

PARK NEUTRAL POSITION SWITCH CONTINUITY

Terminal	Condition	Continuity
1 - 2	Push neutral position switch	Yes
1 - 2	Release neutral position switch	No

If NG, replace the neutral position switch. Refer to "LOCATION OF ELECTRICAL PARTS ".

Fig 1: Identifying Continuity Between Neutral Position Switch Terminals 1 And 2

Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.