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Ignition Key Lock: Inspection

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  1. Remove the instrument panel lower cover.
  2. Remove the lower column cover.
  3. Unfasten the hold down clip which secures harness and disconnect the connector of ignition switch from body harness.
  4. Turn the ignition key plate to each position and check the continuity between terminals of ignition connector.
SWITCH POSITION

Switch position Terminal No. Standard
LOCK - -
ACC No. 1 and No. 2 Less than 1 ohm
ON No. 1 and No. 2
No. 1 and No. 4
No. 2 and No. 4
Less than 1 ohm
ST No. 1 and No. 3
No. 1 and No. 4
No. 3 and No. 4
Less than 1 ohm

If NG, replace the ignition switch.