Purpose, Function
The starter interlock switch mechanism prevents vehicle surge when the engine is started, enhancing safety. The engine cannot be started unless the clutch is depressed.
Construction
The mechanism is provided with a starter interlock switch on the circuit under the START STOP UNIT and thePCM.

Operation
Depressing the clutch pedal presses the starter interlock switch rod. At this time, the starter interlock switch is on, and the power circuit to starter closes. Accordingly, the starter operates only when the clutch is depressed and the engine can be started.

Fail-safe
Function not equipped.
Starter Interlock Switch Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
Synchronizer Mechanism [C66 M R]Shift Point Control (Automatic Shift Control) [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
Outline
The TCM implements auto shift control according to the vehicle speed and
accelerator pedal depression amount while in D position.
When the vehicle is stopped with the selector lever is in the D position
and the brake pedal depressed, the neutral idle control is performed ...
Back Up Light Switch Removal/Installation [C66 M R]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the front under cover No.2..
3. Remove in the order indicated in the table.
4. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Back-up light switch connector
2
Back-up light switch
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Vacuum Pump Removal/Installation
1. Remove the plug hole plate..
2. Remove the battery..
3. Set the PCM wiring harness out of the way.
4. Disconnect the vacuum hose from the vacuum pump..
5. Remove in the order shown in the table.
6. Install in the reverse order of removal.
1
Vacuum hose
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