Purpose/Function
The down switch detects the shift down operation of the selector lever.
The down switch signal is sent to the TCM via CAN and is used for manual shift control and engine-transaxle integration control.
Construction
The down switch is installed to the selector lever.
The down switch is an on/off type switch.

Operation
When the selector lever is in the shift down position (-), the down switch contact point closes.
Based on the opening and closing of the down switch contact point, the TCM detects that the shift down has been operated.

Down Switch Inspection [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Drive Plate Removal/Installation [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]Cruise Control Switch Inspection
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait for 1 min or more..
2. Remove the driver?side air bag module..
3. Disconnect the clock spring connector (part wiring harness-side).
4. Measure the resistance between clock spring terminals E and A (part wiring
harness-side) using a tester.
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Intake Manifold Vacuum Inspection
1. Disconnect the evaporative hose No.3 (purge solenoid valve side) and install
the vacuum gauge..
2. Verify that the intake air hoses are installed securely.
3. Warm up the engine.
4. Measure the intake manifold vacuum while idling (no load) using the vacuum
gauge.
If not within t ...
Floor Under Cover Removal/Installation
1. Lift up the vehicle.
2. Remove bolts A.
3. Remove fasteners B.
4. Remove the floor under cover No.1.
5. Remove nuts C.
6. Remove fasteners D.
7. Remove bolts E.
8. Remove the floor under cover No.2.
9. Remove bolts F.
10. Remove the fastener G.
11. Remove the floor ...