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Continuity Inspection

  1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect O/D switch connector.
  3. Check for continuity at O/D switch terminal H-05.

    O-O: Continuity

    Fig 1: Testing Switch Continuity
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  4. Replace selector lever knob if not as specified.
  5. Check wiring harness for continuity if switch is operating correctly (O/D switch to transaxle control module, O/D switch to body ground).
    Fig 2: Testing Switch Continuity To Control Module & Ground
    G01105872Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Connect O/D switch connector.
  7. Install console.
  8. Connect negative battery cable.


  1. Disconnect negative battery cable.
  2. Disconnect transaxle range switch connector.
  3. Check for continuity at transaxle range switch.
    Fig 1: Identifying Range Switch Connector Pinout
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    Fig 2: Range Switch Continuity Chart
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  4. If not as specified, replace or adjust transaxle range switch.
  5. Connect transaxle range switch connector.
  6. Connect negative battery cable.


  1. Disconnect 55-pin connector from transaxle control module.
  2. Check continuity between terminals A, D, G and B and C ground.
  3. If not correct, check wiring for an open or short circuit.
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