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Multifunction Switch Inspection

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  1. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.
Fig 1: Windshield Wiper/Washer Switch Connector End View
G12351973Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[LHD] 

LHD RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Switch Switch Position Switch Terminal Resistance (Ω, ±3.5%)
Wiper switch MIST 1-9 330
OFF
Intermittent (AUTO) 800
LOW 1, 800
HIGH 5, 700
Wiper intermittent volume Volume 1 7-9 330
Volume 2 690
Volume 3 1, 310
Volume 4 2, 610
Volume 5 7, 310

[RHD] 

RHD RESISTANCE SPECIFICATIONS

Switch Switch Position Switch Terminal Resistance (Ω, ±3.5%)
Wiper switch MIST 3-16 330
OFF
Intermittent (AUTO) 800
LOW 1, 800
HIGH 5, 700
Wiper intermittent volume Volume 1 2-16 330
Volume 2 690
Volume 3 1, 310
Volume 4 2, 610
Volume 5 7, 310