Purpose, Function
Switches on/off in conjunction with the latch lever rotation, and detects the front door open/closed condition by the voltage which is changed by the rear body control module (RBCM).
Construction
The switch is turned on/off by the rotation of the latch lever.
When the front door is completely opened, the front door latch switch turns on (contact point: Closed).

Operation
Door open (unlatch) operation
1. When the inner or outer handle is operated, the door opens, the latch lever is in an unlatched condition, and the front door latch switch turns on.
Door closed (latched) operation
1. When a door is closed, the front door lock striker enters the latch lever groove.
2. When the door is further closed, the latch lever is pressed by the front door lock striker and it rotates.
3. When the door is completely closed, the latch lever is in a latched condition, the front door latch switch turns off.
Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Front Door Latch And Lock Actuator Removal/Installation
Front Door Latch Switch InspectionTie Rod End Inspection
1. Inspect the tie-rod end for damage and the boot for cracks.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
2. Inspect for excessive play.
If there is any malfunction, replace the tie-rod end.
3. Rotate the tie-rod end five times.
4. Install two nuts to the ba ...
Refrigerant Pressure Check
NOTE:
Measure the refrigerant pressure after approx.10 min have elapsed
from engine start.
1. Install the manifold gauge..
2. Start the engine and warm it up.
3. Set the fan speed MAX HI.
4. Turn the A/C switch on.
5. Set to RECIRCULATE mode.
6. Set the temperature control ...
Relay And Fuse Block Disassembly/Assembly
1. Insert a tape-wrapped flathead screwdriver into the service hole in the position
shown in the figure.
2. Move the flathead screwdriver in the direction of the arrow (1) shown in the
figure, pull up relay and fuse block No.1 in the direction of the arrow (2) shown
in the figure, and de ...