Checking the function of the kickdown switch

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition ON

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• Ignition on
• Go into scrolling values.
• Read off kickdown switch position.

  The reading should only be ON if the accelerator pedal (AP) is depressed to kickdown position. For other accelerator pedal (AP) positions the reading should be OFF. If the value is correct the function is OK.

  Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000 Diagnostic Tool Symbol In VIDA

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Are the correct values displayed? 

• YES 

  FAULT NOT FOUND:  Troubleshooting has been completed.

• NO 

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