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Inhibitor Switch

  1. Disconnect and inspect inhibitor switch 8-pin and 2-pin harness connectors for pushed-out, bent, damaged or corroded terminals. Repair connector(s) as necessary. Connectors are located on top or on side of transaxle/transmission.
  2. Using INHIBITOR SWITCH CONTINUITY table, place shift lever in indicated position. Check continuity between terminals of inhibitor switch 8-pin and 2-pin connector listed in table. See Fig 1 . If switch does not function as indicated, replace switch.
INHIBITOR SWITCH CONTINUITY

Lever Position 8-Pin Connector Terminals No. 2-Pin Connector Terminals No.
"P" 3 & 4 1 & 2
"R" 3 & 5 *****
"N" 3 & 6 1 & 2
"D" 3 & 7 *****
"2" 3 & 8 *****
"1" 3 & 9 *****
Fig 1: Inhibitor Switch Connector Terminals
G93A79285Courtesy of NISSAN MOTOR CO., U.S.A.