KICKDOWN Switch (NA4A-Hl): Inspection
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Disconnect kickdown switch connector. Check continuity between terminals "C" and "D" when tip of switch is depressed .236-.256" (6.0-6.5 mm). See Figure . If no continuity is present, replace switch. If continuity is present, kickdown switch is okay.