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Signal Circuit Inspection

  1. Ignition "OFF" & Disconnect EPB Switch connector.
  2. Ignition "ON".
  3. Measure voltage between pin No. 3 (or pin No. 4, No. 5, No. 6) ground terminal of EPB Switch harness connector and chassis ground

    Specification:  See Illustration Below

    Fig 1: EPB Switch Signal Waveform
    G00548758Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    EPB Switch - Max: Approx. 9.5V, Min: Approx. 0.5V [Duty(-) 75% ]

  4. Is the measured value within specifications?

    YES 

    NO