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Repair Procedures: Remove

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  1. Turn ignition switch OFF and disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the crash pad lower cover,

    (Refer to Body -"CRASH PAD ")

  3. Disconnect the crash pad side switch assembly.
    G12350271Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Check the continuity between the switch terminals as the ESC OFF switch is engaged.
Fig 1: ESC Switch Circuit Diagram With Connector End View & Terminal Description
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