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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Oil Seal (Control Valve Body) Replacement [Fw6 A EL, Fw6 Ax EL]
1. Disconnect the negative battery cable..
2. Remove the air cleaner component..
3. Disconnect the control valve body connector.
CAUTION:
Make sure that your hand does not touch the terminal as the connector terminal
could be damaged.
Water or foreign objects entering th ...
Steering Wheel And Column Removal/Installation
WARNING:
Handling the air bag module improperly can accidentally operate (deploy)
the air bag module, which may seriously injure you. Read the service warnings
and cautions before handling the air bag module..
The steering column (EPS motor) temperature increases directly after ...