Checking ignition switch

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Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch ON Position

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Expose ignition switch according to Removing steering column .
Disconnect the yellow cable from ignition switch #S.
Ignition on.
Read off key status.

Fig 2: Identifying VCT2000
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Is the value HIGH?

YES
Refer to Replacing ignition switch
NO
Refer to Checking cables