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Signal Circuit Inspection: Notes

  1. Check for open in signal harness.
    1. Disconnect PCM connector.
    2. Measure resistance between terminals 2 of sensor harness connector and 72 of the PCM connector.

      Specification: Approx. 0Ω

      Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between Terminals 2 Of Sensor Harness And 72 Of PCM Connector
      G06415168Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    3. Is resistance within the specification?

      YES 

      • Go to step  2.

      NO 

  2. Check for short to ground in signal harness.
    1. Measure resistance between terminal 2 of the sensor harness connector and chassis ground.

      Specification: Infinite

      Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Terminal 2 Of Sensor Harness Connector And Chassis Ground
      G06415169Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    2. Is resistance within the specification?

      YES 

      • Go to step  3.

      NO 

  3. Check for short to battery in signal harness.
    1. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF".
    2. Measure voltage between terminal 2 of the sensor harness connector and chassis ground.

      Specification: Approx. 0V

      Fig 3: Measuring Voltage Between Terminal 2 Of Sensor Harness Connector And Chassis Ground
      G06415170Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    3. Is voltage within the specification?

      YES 

      NO