VSA Off Switch Test

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION VSA Off Switch Test
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  1. Turn the ignition switch to LOCK (0).
  2. Push out the VSA OFF switch (A) from the back of the instrument panel.
    Fig 1: Pushing VSA OFF Switch From Back Of Instrument Panel
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  3. Disconnect the VSA OFF switch 5P connector (B).
  4. Check for continuity between VSA OFF switch 5P connector terminals No. 1 and No. 2. There should be continuity when the button is released, and no continuity when the button is pressed.
    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between VSA OFF Switch 5P Connector Terminals No. 1 And No. 2
    G06430862Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  5. Check for continuity between VSA OFF switch 5P connector terminals No. 4 and No. 5. There should be continuity at all times.
    Fig 3: Checking Continuity Between VSA OFF Switch 5P Connector Terminals No. 4 And No. 5
    G06430863Courtesy of AMERICAN HONDA MOTOR CO., INC.
  6. Install the VSA OFF switch in the reverse order of removal.
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