marykrueger1

Fortuner clutch switch issue

I'm having a weird issue with my 2021 Toyota Fortuner (gasoline engine). It's got about 155,000 km on it. Recently, I've noticed a few things going wrong at the same time. I'm getting an error message, my gear selection isn't showing on the speedometer, the cruise control is dead, and sometimes the engine just won't start! I took it to a friend and we ran a scan and the error code says there's something up with the clutch pedal switch. Does anyone have any ideas? We checked the obvious stuff like fuses, but no luck. Could it be a faulty switch?

The issue with the 2021 Toyota Fortuner involved multiple malfunctions, including an error message, non-functional gear selection display, inoperative cruise control, and occasional engine starting problems. The problem was traced to a faulty clutch pedal switch, which is crucial for starting the engine and affects other systems like gear display and cruise control. The solution involved checking the clutch switch's cable and plug connection, which was found to be loose. Re-seating the connector resolved all the issues, confirming the initial suspicion of a connection problem.

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Sounds like a faulty clutch switch, which is a common safety feature. It prevents starting the car unless the clutch is depressed. The gear selection display and cruise control are also likely linked through the ECU reading the clutch position. Have you checked the cable and plug connection to the switch itself? A loose or damaged connection there could cause all those symptoms simultaneously.

Thanks for the quick reply! I get what you're saying. Where exactly is the clutch switch located? I'm thinking maybe the plug came loose somehow. Is it easy enough to get to? Also, is there any way to test the switch itself to be sure that's the problem?

The clutch switch is typically located near the top of the clutch pedal arm, where it pivots. Access can be a bit tight depending on your vehicle configuration. As for testing, you can use a multimeter to check for continuity when the pedal is pressed. If there is no continuity when pressed, the switch is definitely suspect. Given the cluster of issues, and especially the error memory and no-start condition, I would advise you to take the car to a workshop. If it's the switch connection like I said, it is an easy fix for them.

Thanks so much for your help! I took it to a local shop, and they confirmed it was a loose connector on the clutch switch, just like you suspected. They re-seated it properly, cleared the error codes, and everything's working perfectly now. Total cost was 95€! You saved me a ton of guessing and potentially unnecessary repairs. I really appreciate the insight!

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