Mazda RX-8 Manual page 1339

AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION INPUT (SENSOR/SWITCH)
TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) SWITCH INSPECTION
Operating inspection
1. Verify that the starter operates only when the ignition switch is turned to the START position with the
selector lever in the P or N position.
If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. (See TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR)
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SWITCH ADJUSTMENT .)
2. Verify that the back-up lights illuminate when shifted to the R position with the ignition switch at the
ON position.
If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. (See TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR)
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SWITCH ADJUSTMENT .)
3. Verify that the positions of the selector lever and the indicator are aligned.
If there is any malfunction, adjust the TR switch. (See TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR)
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SWITCH ADJUSTMENT .)
Continuity Inspection
CAUTION:
Water or foreign material entering the connector can cause poor connections or corrosion. Be sure that
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water or foreign material do not enter the connector when disconnecting it.
1. Remove the engine cover.
(See ENGINE COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
2. Remove the battery cover.
3. Disconnect the negative battery cable.
4. Remove the catalytic converter.
(See EXHAUST SYSTEM REMOVAL/INSTALLATION .)
5. Remove the insulator.
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