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General Description
1. Key Interlock Function is to check the Key Interlock Switch Input and Ignition Terminal position, and turn On or Off the key interlock solenoid.
2. Key Solenoid is Pull Type.
3. When IGN1 is On or ACC is On, if Key Interlock Switch is On, key interlock solenoid is Off
4. When IGN1 is On or ACC is On, if Key Interlock Switch is Off, key interlock solenoid is On
5. During IGN1 is Off and ACC is Off, key interlock solenoid is Off
6. The internal value "b_KeyInterlockSW100" is the signal that means Key Interlock Switch value with 100 msec confirm time. So it is different from filtering time.
Fig 1: Key Interlock Solenoid Control Timing Pattern
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

T: 100 msec

Go to Key Interlock Solenoid Control .

STATE DESCRIPTION CHART

State	Description
Initial Condition	(IGN1 = On or ACC = On) & Key Interlock SW100 = Off
Event	Key Interlock SW100 = On or IGN1 = Off and ACC = Off
Action	Key SOL = Off

Go to Key Interlock Solenoid Control .

STATE DESCRIPTION CHART

State	Description
Initial Condition	(IGN1 = On or ACC = On) & Key Interlock SW100 = On
Event	Key Interlock SW100 = Off
Action	Key SOL = On

Fig 2: Key Interlock Solenoid Control Timing Pattern

Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

When to See a Mechanic

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

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Key Interlock Solenoid Control

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When to See a Mechanic

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