Ignition Switch Test

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SRS components are located in the area Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ) and precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or servicing

Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION )
Remove the steering column covers (see STEERING COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION )
Disconnect the 5P connector (A) from the ignition switch (B)

Fig 1: Identifying 5P Connector And Ignition Switch
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Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table

Fig 2: Terminal Continuity Reference Chart
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If the continuity is not as specified, replace the ignition switch (see Ignition Switch Replacement )
Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION )