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2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, Standard

Ignition Switch Test

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Ignition Switch Test
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2011 Honda Insight and 2010 Honda Insight. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

SRS components are located in this area. Review the SRS component locations (see COMPONENT LOCATION INDEX ), and precautions and procedures (see PRECAUTIONS AND PROCEDURES ) before doing repairs or servicing.

  1. Do the 12 volt battery terminal disconnection procedure, (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION )
  2. Remove the steering column covers (see GLOVE BOX STRIKER REPLACEMENT ).
  3. Disconnect the 7P connector (A) from the ignition switch (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying 7P Connector And Ignition Switch
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  4. Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position according to the table.
    Fig 2: Continuity Chart
    G06431493Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the ignition switch (see IGNITION SWITCH REPLACEMENT  ).
  6. Do the 12 volt battery terminal reconnection procedure, (see 12 VOLT BATTERY TERMINAL DISCONNECTION AND RECONNECTION )
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