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Repair Procedures: Inspection

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  1. Fuse inspection 

    Mount the test fuse to the switch fuse and relay fuse part to confirm a normal joint fit.

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  2. KDS Data Analysis 
    1. Analyze KDS data and confirm if there is anything wrong with the stop lamp switch.
      1. Connect the KDS to the self-diagnosis connector.
      2. Turn the spark switch on
      3. Step on the brake pedal.
      4. Inspect the "brake switch" category that displays the "sensor data" KDS.)

        Normal waveform:  The pressure sensor signal value will change according to the brake ON/OFF switch.

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  3. Inspection of connector by each part 

    Check to see whether or not each connector has been damaged, or terminal surge, or incomplete connection has taken place

    [Engine room junction box] 

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    [Stop signal electronic module] 

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    [ABS/VDC control module] 

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  4. Inspect the stop lamp circuit 

    Connect probe to each terminal wire and confirm oscilloscope waveform.

    [Stop lamp switch input/output] 

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    [Stop signal electronic module input/output] 

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    [Oscilloscope waveform screen] 

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