Check Key Switch Input Signal

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With CONSULT-II

Check key switch "KEY ON SW" in DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT-II. Refer to DATA MONITOR .

When key is inserted to ignition key cylinder:
1. KEY ON SW: ON
When key is removed from ignition key cylinder:
1. KEY ON SW: OFF

Fig 1: Checking Key Switch Input Signal With CONSULT-II

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Without CONSULT-II

Check voltage between BCM connector M18 terminal 37 and ground.

Fig 2: Connector Terminals Voltage Specifications (M 18)

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OK or NG

OK >> System is OK.
NG >> GO TO 2<

Fig 3: Checking Key Switch Input Signal Without CONSULT-II

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