Checking the ignition key lock solenoid valve
1. Disconnect the ignition switch connector.
2. Insert the key into the ignition switch and set it to the "ACC" position.
3. Connect the positive terminal of the battery to terminal "4" of the ignition switch connector, and the negative terminal to terminal "3".
4. Make sure that the ignition key can be turned to the "LOCK" position and removed.
If the key cannot be turned to the "LOCK" position, replace the ignition switch.
Checking the selector lock solenoid valve
1. Remove the center console.
2. Remove the solenoid valve and disconnect its connector.
until 2003.
since 2003.
Table. Road test. L15A since 2003. Range "L".
L13A since 2003, with manual gear ratio change mode. Range "D".
() - except KM/KR.
Range "S".
() - except KM/KR.
3. Connect the positive terminal of the battery to terminal "3" (L15A to terminal "1") of the solenoid valve connector, and the negative terminal to terminal "4" (L15A to terminal "3").
Note: Do not connect the battery terminals backwards, this will damage the solenoid valve.
4. Check that the solenoid valve moves from the "P" position.
5. Disconnect the battery from the connector. Make sure that the solenoid valve returns to the "P" position and locks the selector.
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