2018 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures: Inspection

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  1. Check the resistance between terminals in each switch position (LH).
    G12351179Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [LH: Audio + Hands Free] 

    Switch Connector Terminal Resistance (±5%)
    SEEK Up 2-5 430 Ω
    SEEK Down 1.11 kΩ
    MODE 2.11 kΩ
    MUTE 3.11 kΩ
    Volume (+) 4.61 kΩ
    Volume (-) 6.81 kΩ
    Voice 10.71 kΩ
    END 18.91 kΩ
    SEND 40.91 kΩ
  2. Check the resistance between terminals in each switch position (RH).
G12351180Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

[RH: Trip + Cruise] 

Switch Connector Terminal Resistance (±5%)
Cancel 3-5 390 Ω
SET - 610 Ω
RES + 910 Ω
Cruise ON/OFF 2.13 kΩ
SCC (Following distance control) 3.63 kΩ
Ground 2-5 390 Ω
Trip Up 610 Ω
Trip Down 910 kΩ
ENTER 1.38 kΩ
BACK 2.13 kΩ
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  • • 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.
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