Body Electrical System

Audio Remote Control Repair Procedures

8steps
~48min
2/5difficulty
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Inspection

  1. Check the audio remote control switch (A) for resistance between the connector terminals in each switch position. [Left Sound]
    [Left-No Sound]
    [Audio]
    Switch Connector Terminal Resistance
    (±5%)
    Volume Down 2-7 6.81 kΩ
    Volume Up 2-7 4.61 kΩ
    Mode 2-7 2.11 kΩ
    Seek 2-7 1.11 kΩ
    Seek down 2-7 430 ?

    [Bluetooth + Voice]
    Switch Connector Terminal Resistance
    (±5%)
    Bluetooth OFF 2-5 12.1 kΩ
    Bluetooth ON 2-5 34.1 kΩ
    Voice 2-5 3.9 kΩ

    [Mute + Off + Reset]
    Switch Connector Terminal Resistance
    (±5%)
    Mute 3-4 0 ?
    Travel
    (General Type)
    2-5 2.55 kΩ
    Reset
    (General Type)
    2-5 5.55 kΩ
    Travel
    (Cruise Type)
    2-5 1.1 kΩ
    Reset
    (Cruise Type)
    2-5 4.1 kΩ

Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the driver airbag module. (Refer to Group RT)
  3. Remove the steering wheel. (Refer to Group ST - "Steering Column and Shaft")
  4. Remove the steering wheel cover (A) after loosening the screws.
  5. Disconnect the steering wheel remote control switch connector (A) after loosening the mounting screws.
    [Left Sound]
    [Left-No Sound]

Installation

  1. Assemble the steering wheel remote control switch after connecting the connector.
  2. Install the steering wheel.
  3. Install the driver airbag module.
    Make sure the audio remote control switch and airbag module connectors are connected correctly.

Test yourself

A quick Kia Optima Hybrid Owner's Manual quiz: every answer comes with an explanation and a link to the manual page.