Neutral Position Switch: Inspection

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Measure the neutral position switch resistance.

Non-turbo model

Fig 1: Measuring Neutral Position Switch Resistance - Non-Turbo Model

GEAR SHIFT POSITION

Gear shift position	Terminal No.	Specified resistance
Neutral position	1 and 2	Less than 1 Ω
Other positions	1 and 2	More than 1 MΩ

Turbo model

Fig 2: Measuring Neutral Position Switch Resistance - Turbo Model

GEAR SHIFT POSITION

Gear shift position	Terminal No.	Specified resistance
Neutral position	1 and 3	Less than 1 Ω
Other positions	1 and 3	More than 1 MΩ

STi model

Fig 3: Measuring Neutral Position Switch Resistance - STi Model

GEAR SHIFT POSITION

Gear shift position	Terminal No.	Specified resistance
Neutral position	2 and 5	Less than 1 Ω
Other positions	2 and 5	More than 1 MΩ

If NG, replace the natural position switch.