Trunk Lid Switch Inspection

2005 Hyundai Elantra GLS, 4D Hatchback, AutomaticSECTION Trunk Lid Switch Inspection
  1. Disconnect the negative battery terminal.
  2. Remove the rear transverse trim, then remove the trunk lid switch from the trunk lid striker.
  3. Disconnect the 1P connector from the rear harness.
    Fig 1: Identifying Trunk Lid Switch 1P Connector
    G03844113Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
  4. Check for continuity between the terminal and body while pushing the rod.
    CHECKING TRUNK LID SWITCH CONTINUITY

    Switch rod condition Continuity
    Push (OFF) Non-conductive (INFINITY ohm)
    Released (ON) Conductive (Oohm)
    Fig 2: Checking Continuity Between Terminal And Body While Pushing Rod
    G03844114Courtesy of HYUNDAI MOTOR CO.
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