Clutch Switch

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Check the clutch switch for continuity.

Disconnect the connector of clutch switch.
Measure the resistance between terminal 1 and 2 of the switch. If the resistance is not within the specification, check the clutch stroke and installation condition, and check the clutch switch again.

Condition	Terminal No.	Specified resistance
When clutch pedal is depressed	No. 1 - No. 2	1 MΩ or more
When the clutch pedal is not depressed	No. 1 - No. 2	Less than 1 Ω

Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Clutch Switch Terminal 1 And 2

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When the clutch switch does not operate normally even if the clutch stroke and installation condition are normal, check the clutch switch for continuity.

Remove the clutch switches. < Refer to REMOVAL , Clutch Switch. >

Measure the resistance between terminal 1 and 2 of the switch. If the resistance is not at the standard value, replace the switch.

Condition	Terminal No.	Specified resistance
ON	No. 1 - No. 2	Less than 1 Ω
OFF	No. 1 - No. 2	1 MΩ or more

Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Clutch Switch Terminal 1 And 2

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Check that the switch is turned on and off in Dimension L.

Dimension L:

5 - 6.5 mm (0.2 - 0.26 in)

Fig 3: Clutch Switch Dimension L

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