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Component Inspection

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Check "TURBINE SENSOR 2"

Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF".
Connect the "C106-3" connector.

Measure Frequency between terminal "6" of the C106-3 harness connector and chassis ground.

Specification : See CONNECTOR PIN SPECIFICATION .

CONNECTOR PIN SPECIFICATION

NAME	PIN NO	Measurement condition	Spec
Turbine Sensor1	6	1st gear 12.42 MPH (20km/h) Idle SW OFF	Approx. 1.1K(Hz)
Turbine Sensor 2	7	4th gear 31 MPH (50km/h) Idle SW OFF	Approx. 1.1K(Hz)

CAUTION: Scan tool data link cable is maintain to connecting condition.

Fig 1: Measuring Frequency Between Terminal No. 6 Of C106-3 Harness Connector And Chassis Ground

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Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

is frequency within specifications?
YES
- Go to "CHECK TCM " as below.
NO
- Replace "TURBINE SENSOR" as necessary and Go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

CHECK TCM
1. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF".
2. Disconnect "C106-3" connector.
3. Install scan tool and access "SIMU-SCAN" mode.
4. Simulate frequency to TURBINE SENSOR 1 signal circuit.
  
  Fig 2: Scan Tool Display - Turbine Speed Sensor
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
5. Is "TURBINE SENSOR 1" signal value changed according to simulation frequency?
  YES
  - Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
  NO
  - Substitute with a known-good TCM and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace TCM as necessary and go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.