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Terminal and Connector Inspection

  1. Many malfunctions in the electrical system are caused by poor harness and terminals.

    Faults can also be caused by interference from other electrical systems, and mechanical or chemical damage.

  2. Thoroughly check connectors between PCM and components including: backed out terminal, improper mating, broken locks, looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, damage or poor terminal to wire connection.
  3. Has a problem been found?
    Fig 1: Heater Oxygen Sensor Circuit Diagram (A/T) And Connector End View
    G12211918Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Heater Oxygen Sensor Circuit Diagram (M/T) And Connector End View
    G12211919Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    YES 

    NO