Detent Switch: Inspection

Detent switch detects the latch position within latch assembly.

Fig 1: Identifying Detent Switch Connector
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Check the power sliding door control module input/output value by using the diagnostic tool.
When checking the detent switch, select a vehicle type and "POWER SLIDING/TAIL GATE" menu.

Fig 2: Identifying Scan Tool Display - POWER SLIDING/TAILGATE
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Select the "POWER SLIDING DOOR".

Fig 3: Identifying Scan Tool Display - POWER SLIDING LH
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Select the detent sensor output. And then check the detent switch output with operating power sliding door.

Fig 4: Identifying Scan Tool Display - DETENT SWITCH
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* Above voltage and numerical value may be different from the real value.
If there is no change in output, change the latch assembly.