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Ignition Switch Test

Obtain anti-theft code for radio. Deactivate air bag system. See appropriate AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEMS article. Disconnect negative battery cable. Remove lower instrument panel cover and driver-side knee bolster. Disconnect 6-pin connectors from driver's underdash relay box. See Fig 1 . With ignition switch in appropriate position, check continuity between specified connector terminals. See IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST  table. If continuity is not as specified, replace ignition switch.

IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Position Terminals
0 (Lock) No Continuity
1 (Acc) 2 & 3
2 (On) 2, 3, 4 & 5
3 (Start) 2, 4, 5 & 6
Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch Connector Terminals
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