Paddle Shift Switch Check

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Check the continuity between the paddle shift switch connector terminals.

Standard value:

CONTINUITY SPECIFICATION

Paddle shift lever	Terminal number	Resistance value
Upshift and hold the lever.	1 - 2	Continuity exists. (2 Ω or less)
Downshift and hold the lever.	2 - 3	Continuity exists. (2 Ω or less)
No operation	No continuity between the terminals

Fig 1: Identifying Paddle Shift Switch Connector Terminals

Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.

In the cases other than the above, replace the paddle shift assembly.