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Ground Circuit Inspection

  1. Ignition off & Engine off.
  2. Disconnected "Sports mode switch" connector.
  3. Measure "burn-in" between Sports mode switch harness and chassis ground.

    Specification  : Continuity

    Fig 1: Measuring "Burn-In" Between Sports Mode Switch Harness And Chassis Ground
    G08332461Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Identifying PCM And Sports Mode Switch Connector Terminals
    G08332462Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Is the measured continuity?

    YES 

    • Substitute with a known-good Sports mode switch and check for proper operation. If the problem is corrected, replace Sports mode switch and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO