Ignition Switch - Except Evolution & Sportback Mitsubishi Lancer Evolution VIII

IGNITION KEY REMINDER TONE ALARM

The ignition key reminder tone alarm will sound under the following condition, and warn the driver to remove the ignition key.

1. The driver's door is opened when the ignition switch is at "LOCK" (OFF) or "ACC" position without removing the ignition key.

However, the light reminder tone alarm will take precedence over this function.

IGNITION SWITCH DIAGNOSIS

The Ignition key reminder torn alarm is controlled by the Simplified Wiring System (SWS). For troubleshooting, refer to SWS DIAGNOSIS .

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1. Insert the key into steering lock cylinder to turn the ignition key to the "ACC" position.
2. Insert the locking pin with a small cross-tipped screwdriver, etc., and remove the steering lock cylinder.

IGNITION SWITCH CONTINUITY CHECK

Disconnect ignition switch connector C-87 without removing the ignition switch and steering lock cylinder. Then check the continuity.

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1. Ignition key reminder switch continuity check. Disconnect key reminder switch connector C-88 without removing the ignition switch and steering lock cylinder. Then check the continuity.
2. Ignition key ring antenna check. Check for continuity between terminal 3 and terminal 7. Standard value: two ohm or less

See also:
• SWS DIAGNOSIS
• AIR BAG SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
• DRIVER-SIDE AIR BAG MODULE & CLOCKSPRING