Kia Forte: Body Electrical System / Ignition Switch Assembly
Repair procedures
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Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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2. |
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
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3. |
Remove the steering column upper & lower shroud panel.
(Refer to Body - "Steering Column Shroud Panel")
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4. |
Remove the ignition switch (A) by loosening the screws after disconnecting
the connector.

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Install in the reverse order of removal.
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Do not reuse the shear bolts.
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When installing the new shear bolts to the ignition switch,
tighten the shear bolts until its head is cut off.

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1. |
Disconnect the ignition switch connector (A) and key warning switch connector
(B) from under the steering column.

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2. |
Check for continuity between the terminals.
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3. |
If continuity is not specified, replace the switch.

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Specifications
Specifications
Items
Specifications
Remark
Operating voltage
9 - 16 V
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Cu ...
Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting
Error Item
Failure symptom
Inspection items
Detailed inspections
Relevant Parts/
Componen ...
Other information:
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Rear spoiler
Repair procedures
Replacement
Put on gloves to prevent hand injuries.
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Glass antenna
Your vehicle uses a glass antenna to
receive both AM and FM signals.
Shark fin antenna (if equipped)
The shark fin antenna will receive
transmitted data.
CAUTION
Do not clean the inside of the
rear window glass or quarter
glass with a cleaner or use a
scraper to ...