Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) Combination Switch Test: Notes

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SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and the precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or service.

Remove the driver's airbag (see DRIVER'S AIRBAG REPLACEMENT ).
Disconnect the 20P connector (A) from the cable reel.

Fig 1: Identifying 20P Connector On Cable Reel
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Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.

Fig 2: Identifying ACC Switch Position In Table
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If the continuity is not as specified, replace the adaptive cruise control (ACC) combination switch.
Use a diode tester between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.

Fig 3: Identifying Diode Tester Between Terminals And Switch Position In Table
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If the diode test is not as specified, replace the adaptive cruise control (ACC) combination switch (see ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL (ACC) COMBINATION SWITCH/DISTANCE SWITCH REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).