Repair Procedures: Inspection

Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery cable.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")
Remove the crash pad side switch assembly (A) after loosening the screws.

Fig 1: Locating Crash Pad Side Switch Assembly
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Check the continuity between the switch terminals as the ESC OFF switch is engaged.

Fig 2: Crash Pad Side Switch Assembly Terminal Continuity Chart
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