Component Inspection

2010 Kia Rondo LX, 2.7 6SECTION Component Inspection
  1. Lift the vehicle.
  2. Ignition "ON".
  3. Turn the wheel by hand.
  4. Measure waveform between terminal "2" of the wheel speed sensor harness connector and chassis ground.
    1. Specification : High : 1.18~1.68V, Low : 0.59~0.84V
    Fig 1: Measuring Waveform Between Terminal 2 Of Wheel Speed Sensor Harness Connector And Chassis Ground
    G06487452Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Is the measured waveform within specifications?

    YES

    1. Fault is intermittent caused by faulty HECU, wheel speed sensor or external noise, an interference between harnesses, was repaired and HECU memory was not cleared. Go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIRΒ " procedure.
    2. If OK, Substitute with a known-good HECU and check for proper operation. If problem is corrected, replace HECU and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIRΒ " procedure.

    NO

    1. Check for improper installation of wheel speed sensor. If NG, repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIRΒ " procedure.
    2. Check for damage of rotor teeth or wheel bearing. If NG, repair as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIRΒ " procedure.
    3. Substitute with a known-good Wheel speed sensor and check for proper operation. If problem is corrected, replace Wheel speed sensor and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIRΒ " procedure.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.