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Door Key Lock and Unlock Switch Circuit

CIRCUIT DESCRIPTION
The door key lock and unlock switch is built in the door key cylinder. When the key is turned to the lock side,terminal 3 of the switch is grounded and when the key is turned to the unlock side, terminal 2 of the switch is grounded.

Door key lock and unlock switch can be checked using DTC check.

These DTC notify how switch works as follows:
If DTC is not output when operating switch, it means failure of switch contact. If DTC is output when not operating switch, it means stick of switch. When something wrong is found by this diagnosis, inspect each switch. Then replace the switch if there is a problem. or check the wire harness if there is no problem.

Wiring Diagram:






Steps 1 - 3:




INSPECTION PROCEDURE