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Door Outside Handle

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Optima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
  1. Disconnect the front door outside handle connector (A).
    Fig 1: Locating Front Door Outside Handle Connector End Views
    G12314457Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Check for continuity between terminals No. 3 and No. 6.
    Fig 2: Inspect Continuity Between Terminals No. 3 & No. 6
    G12314458Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    TERMINAL DESCRIPTIONS

    No Description
    1 Door antenna (+)
    2 Pocket lamp LED (+)
    3 Door lock/unlock button switch
    4 Door antenna (-)
    5 Pocket lamp LED (-)
    6 Door lock/unlock button switch ground
    Fig 3: Inspect Continuity Between Terminals No. 3 & No. 6
    G12314459Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.