mickey_bigdaddy
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How can I test the ignition switch on the steering column with the connector? I assume there is a test method for the switch using a multimeter.
I don't know how I'm supposed to recheck with voltage. That means I have to reconnect the connector......then what?
Large Red = battery feed Connect to red lead of meter
Yellow = starter solenoid crank position
Brown = Ignition crank position
Blue = Ignition run position
Black = ACC run or ACC position
Ohms reading should be very close to zero.
As stated earlier recheck with voltage.
Voltage reading should be the same as battery voltage.Ok, so let me get this straight.
Continuity Check:
1. With the multimeter, set it to CONTINUITY.
2. Connect the RED lead of the multimeter to the RED wire in the connector.
3. Probe each wire, using paper clip; YELLOW, BROWN, BLUE, BLACK.
4. All readings should be ZERO.
Question: Do I need to turn the key to each position to test this?
Yes
Voltage Test:
1. With the multimeter, set it to 20 VDC, larger than the 12 VDC battery.
2. Connect the RED lead of the multimeter to the RED wire in the connector.
3. Probe each wire, using paper clip; YELLOW, BROWN, BLUE, BLACK.
4. I assume that the key needs to be in the proper position for each to actually get a voltage reading. Is that correct?
Yes
Question: I assume a correct voltage reading should be, 12V. Is that correct?
I bought a new ignition switch and tested it before I installed. I still don't know what readings I should have and where to go from here.
I assume that the neutral safety switch is keeping the Yellow wire from showing voltage. I have a 3 speed manual floor shifter in the car right now. Where would the NSS be located? Help please.
The readings are as follows:
Voltage Test:
1. With the multimeter, set it to 20 VDC, larger than the 12 VDC battery.
2. Connect the RED lead of the multimeter to the RED wire in the connector.
3. Probe each wire, using paper clip; YELLOW, BROWN, BLUE, BLACK.
4. I assume that the key needs to be in the proper position for each to actually get a voltage reading. Is that correct?
Question: I assume a correct voltage reading should be, 12V. Is that correct?
Just as an FYI, this procedure was not correct. Connect the black lead of the meter to chassis (ground) and the red lead of the meter to the wire under test. The wire under test should read 12VDC when the appropriate key position is selected.
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