Door Key Cylinder Switch Test

2006 Chevrolet Cobalt SS, 4D Sedan, StandardSECTION Door Key Cylinder Switch Test
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  1. Remove the driver's door panel (see FRONT DOOR PANEL REMOVAL/INSTALLATION ).
  2. Disconnect the 10P connector (A) from the key cylinder switch (B).
    Fig 1: Identifying 10P Connector And Key Cylinder Switch
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  3. Check for continuity between the terminals.
    • There should be continuity between terminals No. 8 and No. 5 when the door key cylinder switch is in the UNLOCK position.
    • There should be no continuity between terminals No. 8 and No. 5 when the door key cylinder switch is in the neutral or LOCK position.
    • There should be continuity between terminals No. 9 and No. 5 when the door key cylinder switch is in the LOCK position.
    • There should be no continuity between terminals No. 9 and No. 5 when the door key cylinder switch is in the neutral or UNLOCK position.
    • There should be no continuity between terminals No. 8 and No. 9 when the key is in the neutral position.
  4. If the continuity is not as specified, replace the driver's door latch assembly (see FRONT DOOR LATCH REPLACEMENT ).
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