FixVault

Repair Procedures: Inspection

  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
  2. Remove the crash pad lower panel.

    (Refer to Body - "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")

  3. Remove the side crash pad switch assembly (A).
    Fig 1: Identifying Side Crash Pad Switch Assembly
    G10714621Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Check the continuity between the switch terminals as the ESP OFF switch is engaged.
    Fig 2: Crash Pad Switch Terminals Continuity Chart
    G10714622Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.