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4. Check Key Switch

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  1. Turn ignition switch OFF.
  2. Disconnect key switch and key lock solenoid connector (floor shift) or key switch connector (column shift).
  3. Check continuity between key switch and key lock solenoid harness connector M27 (floor shift) or key switch harness connector M80 (column shift) terminals 3 and 4.
  1. When key is inserted in ignition key cylinder : Continuity should exist 
  2. When key is removed from ignition key cylinder : Continuity should not exist 

OK or NG 

OK >> GO TO 5.

NG >> Replace the key switch and key lock solenoid connector (floor shift) or key switch connector (column shift).

Fig 1: Checking Continuity
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