Paddle Shifter Test: Test

How to use this Service Information .

1. Paddle Shifter - Test

   ■ Preconditions 

   • Driver's Airbag Removed
   • Paddle Shifter Connector Disconnected

   ■ Procedure/Specifications 

   • Check the paddle shifter + (upshift switch) (A) and the paddle shifter - (downshift switch) (B) according to the table. (Figure 1, 2, and 3)
   NOTE:

   • When an LED is located between terminals, check if the LED lights by connecting power and ground to the LED.
   • Note this important operating characteristic; diode bias causes a diode to fully conduct electricity in one direction (forward), while not at all in the opposite direction (reverse).

   Figure 1 

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   Figure 2 

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   Figure 3 

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   ■ Result 

   • If the result is not as specified, replace the paddle shifter .