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Testing backup light switch

Old 05-01-2011, 06:46 PM
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Is it possible to test this style backup switch out of the vehicle and if so..How?...It`s from a '92 with a manual transmission..Thanks

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yes check it for continuity between the contacts in the plug push the ball in and watch the meter
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OK..There is no continuity between the contacts in the plug normally but when I push the ball in continuity exists.
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Sound like it should work, usually if it changes state it's working.
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