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Ignition Switch Continuity Check

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2012 Mitsubishi Outlander. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

With the ignition switch mounted to the vehicle, disconnect and check the ignition switch connection connector.

IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY CHECK

Ignition key position Terminal number Normal condition
LOCK 1 - 2, 1 - 4, 1 - 5, 1 - 6 No continuity
ACC 1 - 6 Continuity exists (2 Ω or less)
ON 1 - 2 - 4 - 6 Continuity exists (2 Ω or less)
START 1 - 2 - 5 Continuity exists (2 Ω or less)
Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch Connector Terminals
G05385195Courtesy of MITSUBISHI MOTOR SALES OF AMERICA.