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 InspectionOil Cooler
Purpose, Function
The oil cooler routes engine oil and engine coolant through the interior
and disperses the engine oil heat using the engine coolant. As a result, the
oil temperature is maintained properly to reduce the engine oil deterioration.
Construction
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Compression Inspection
WARNING:
Hot engines and oil can cause severe burns. Be careful not to burn yourself
during removal/installation of each component.
Fuel vapor is hazardous. It can very easily ignite, causing serious injury
and damage. Always keep sparks and flames away from fuel.
Fuel ...
Liftgate Light
Purpose
The liftgate lights are used to signal the following conditions to vehicles/people
at the rear.
Back-up lights: Signals that the vehicle is backing up.
Taillights: Signals the presence of the vehicle during nighttime.
Function
The back-up ...