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Component Inspection

  1. Remove the ignition lock switch.
  2. Push the ignition lock switch in the direction of the arrow to make sure that continuity between terminals. (refer to the chart below)

    Standard Value: 

    Full stroke (A): 12.0 ± 0.3mm (0.4724 ± 0.0118 in.)

    ON-OFF point (B): 2.0 mm (0.0787 in.)

    Fig 1: Checking Ignition Lock Switch Continuity
    G09743144Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    Information 

    Condition Clutch Pedal pressed Clutch Pedal Released
    Switch Operation ON (below 1.0Ω) OFF (Infinite Ω)