Ignition Switch Test

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NOTE: SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ), and precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or servicing.

Do the battery terminal disconnection procedure (see USING THE GR8 BATTERY DIAGNOSTIC STATION ).
Remove the steering column covers (see COLUMN COVER REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
Disconnect the 7P connector (A) from the ignition switch (B).

Fig 1: Locating 7P Connector And Ignition Switch
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Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.

Fig 2: Ignition Switch Connector Terminals Continuity Chart
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If the continuity is not as specified, replace the ignition switch
Do the battery terminal reconnection procedure (see RECONNECTION ).