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For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Value(s)

Yes

No

Important: A short to ground will cause an open fuse(s). Before performing this diagnostic procedure, inspect the fuse(s) for an open.

1

  1. Disconnect the brake switch connector C2
  2. Turn the ignition switch to the ON position

Can the transaxle be shifted out of PARK?

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Go to Step 2

Go to Step 3

2

Check the adjustment of the brake switch. If the adjustment of the brake switch is correct, replace the brake switch. Refer to Stop Lamp Switch Replacement and Stop Lamp Switch Adjustment .

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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3

Disconnect connector C3 the left IP wiring harness junction block.

Can the transaxle be shifted out of PARK?

--

Go to Step 4

Go to Step 5

4

Repair the short to battery in CKT 1135 between the left IP wiring harness junction block and the brake switch. Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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5

Disconnect connector C2 of the left IP wiring harness junction block.

Can the transaxle be shifted out of PARK?

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Go to Step 6

Go to Step 7

6

Replace the left IP wiring harness junction block. Refer to Relay/Fuse Center Replacement in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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7

Disconnect the BTSI solenoid connector.

Can the transaxle be shifted out of PARK?

--

Go to Step 8

Go to Step 9

8

Repair the short to battery in CKT 1135 between the left IP wiring harness junction block and the BTSI solenoid.

Refer to Wiring Repairs in Wiring Systems.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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9

Replace the BTSI solenoid.

Is the repair complete?

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System OK

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