Diesel Data: Automotive Repair

Transmission Range Switch Test




Transmission Range Switch Test

1. Disconnect transmission range switch subharness connector C104 (A), then remove the connector (B) from its bracket.






2. Check for continuity between the terminals at the subharness connector. There should be continuity between the terminals in the following table for each shift lever position.

Transmission Range Switch Subharness Connector





3. Transmission range switch test is completed if the test results are OK, go to step 10. If there is no continuity between any terminals, go to step 4.

4. Remove the transmission range switch cover (A).






5. Disconnect the transmission range switch connector (A).






6. Check for continuity between the terminals at the transmission range switch connector. There should be continuity between the terminals in the following table for each shift lever position.

Transmission Range Switch Connector





7. If the transmission range switch continuity check is OK, replace the faulty transmission range switch subharness, then go to step 10. If there is no continuity between any terminals, go to step 8.

8. Remove the transmission range switch, and check the end of the selector control shaft (A).









9. If the measurement of the selector control shaft end is within the specifications, replace the transmission range switch Service and Repair. If the measurement is out of the specifications, repair the selector control shaft end, and recheck the transmission range switch continuity.

10. Check the connectors for corrosion, dirt, or oil, and clean or repair if necessary, then connect the connector securely.