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Automatic Transmission

Inhibitor Switch Description and Operation

In this manual: Automatic Transmission
General Information — 9Engine Mechanical System — 84Engine Electrical System — 60Emission Control System — 24Engine Control System/Fuel System — 90Automatic Transmission — 92Drive Shaft and Axle — 20Suspension System — 31Steering — 20Restraints — 50Brake System — 63Body (Interior and Exterior) — 214Body Electrical System — 221Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 71
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Description

  • The inhibitor switch is installed on the upper part of the transaxle and is connected to the shift lever.
  • The inhibitor switch has four contacts and outputs signals (S1, S2, S3, S4).
  • The inhibitor switch signals are sent to the TCM to identify shift lever positions (P, R, N, D) and are used to monitor gear selection.

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