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Neutral Safety Switch: Description and Operation

PURPOSE

Signals PCME, through PCMT, of gear selector position. Prevents starting except when gear selector is in "P" or "N" positions. Input is used in
PCME calculations for:
^ Fuel injection quantity
^ Idle speed control
^ Purge control
^ Igniter (timing control)
^ A/C relay/cut-off
^ VICS solenoid

LOCATION

Right side transmission.

OPERATION

This a rotary-type switch that moves when gear selector is moved, signaling its position (P, N, D, etc.). PCMT monitors switch and relays gear
selection information to the PCME.

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