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Shift Lever: Inspection

  1. INSPECT TRANSMISSION CONTROL SWITCH 
    1. Measure the resistance between each terminal of the shift lever assembly when the shift lever is moved to each position.

      Standard Resistance 

      STANDARD RESISTANCE SPECIFICATION

      Shift Position Tester Connection Specified Condition
      S, "+" and "-" 3 - 7 Below 1 Ω
      Except S, "+" and "-" 3 - 7 10 kΩ or higher
      Press continuously "+" (Upshift) 2 - 5 Below 1 Ω
      S 2 - 5 10 kΩ or higher
      Press continuously "-" (Downshift) 1 - 5 Below 1 Ω
      S 1 - 5 10 kΩ or higher
      Fig 1: Identifying Transmission Control Switch Connector Terminals J43
      G05836219Courtesy of © TOYOTA, LICENSE AGREEMENT TMS1002

      If the resistance value is not as specified, replace the shift lock control ECU.