Ignition Switch

Disconnect electrical connector from ignition switch on steering column. See Figure. Note ignition switch electrical terminal identification and ignition lock cylinder positions. See Fig 1.
Using ohmmeter, check that continuity is as specified between indicated ignition switch electrical terminals in relation to ignition lock cylinder position. See IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY table. Replace ignition switch if defective.

IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY

Lock Cylinder Position

Ignition Switch Pins No.

Specification

LOCK

⁽¹⁾

ACC

2 & 3

Continuity

2, 3 & 4; 6 & 7

Continuity

START

1, 2 & 4; 6, 7 & 8

Continuity

⁽¹⁾	There should be no continuity between any terminals.

Fig 1: Ignition Switch Terminals & Ignition Lock Cylinder Positions