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Inhibitor switch error code
Posted: Sat Jun 26, 2004 8:57 pm
by TREEKEY
I have a 93 turbo wagon thats getting an inhibitor switch error code
whats an inhibitor switch? The light will come on briefly just b4 it gets all the way warmed up.It also runs rough (low idle) except when the air or def/heat is on. Any thoughts out there
Posted: Sun Jun 27, 2004 12:34 am
by Legacy777
inhibitor switch is tied to the automatic transmission and keeps you from shifting out of park without applying the brake.
Posted: Mon Jun 28, 2004 3:48 am
by WRXdan
I think the whole assemble is called the inhibitor switch? It's what the cable from your shifter is linked to on the side of the trans. The switch has to be aligned correctly. Check the FSM to see how. If the bolts backed out and the switch is loose then you will get a code.
Posted: Mon Jun 28, 2004 2:32 pm
by Legacy777
The inhibitor switch really doesn't have to do with the cable going to the trans. it's tied to the electronics so that you can not move the gear selector out of park unless the brake pedal is applied.
Posted: Mon Jun 28, 2004 5:12 pm
by THAWA
yeah, i believe i've actually found hte switch. Assuming the inhibitor switch is the same as the shift interlock switch. It's on the pass side of the steering column.
on the opposite side of where the brake pedals mount up top.
Posted: Mon Jun 28, 2004 7:49 pm
by WRXdan
I still think the switch is on the side of the trans and does more then limit when you can select R. Maybe I'm thinking of something different.
right click...save as..
http://206.13.93.15/STi_Stuff/STi_Manua ... Switch.pdf
Posted: Tue Jun 29, 2004 3:41 am
by Legacy777
hmm....according to that scan.....it's in the tranny.....