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Signal Circuit Inspection

■ Check for Short to Ground in Signal Circuit 

  1. IG KEY OFF.
  2. Disconnect PCM and APS harness connector.
  3. IG KEY ON.
  4. Measure resistance between APS1 signal terminal of APS harness connector and chassis ground.

    Specification :  Infinite

    Fig 1: Measuring Resistance Between APS1 Signal Terminal Of APS Harness Connector & Chassis Ground
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  5. Is resistance within specification?

    YES 

    • Go to next procedure.

    NO 

■ Check for Open in Signal circuit 

  1. IG KEY OFF.
  2. Disconnect APS harness connector and PCM harness connector.
  3. Measure resistance between both ends of APS1 signal line.

    Specification :  Below 1Ω.

    Fig 2: Measuring Resistance Between Both Ends Of APS1 Signal Line
    G07386856Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Is resistance within specification?

    YES 

    • Go to next procedure.

    NO