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Key Switch Check




REMOTE KEYLESS ENTRY SYSTEM

Key Switch Check


1. CHECK KEY SWITCH INPUT SIGNAL

With CONSULT
Check key switch "KEY ON SW" in DATA MONITOR mode with CONSULT. CONSULT Function (BCM).
- When key is inserted into ignition key cylinder:
KEY ON SW: ON
- When key is removed from ignition key cylinder:
KEY ON SW: OFF

Without CONSULT





Check voltage between BCM connector and ground.





OK or NG
OK- Key switch circuit is OK.
NG- GO TO 2.

2. CHECK KEY SWITCH

1.Turn ignition switch OFF.
2.Disconnect key switch connector.





3.Check key switch.





OK or NG
OK-Check the following.
- 10A fuse [No. 19, located in fuse block (J/B)]
- Harness for open or short between key switch and fuse
- Harness for open or short between BCM and key switch
NG- Replace key switch.