Body Electrical System

Cut-Off Switch Repair Procedures

8steps
~48min
2/5difficulty
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Inspection

  1. Check the audio remote control switch for resistance between the terminals in each switch position. [Cut-off + Reset]
    Switch Connector
    Terminal
    Resistance
    (±5%)
    Reset 3–5 (left) 5.54 kΩ
    Trip 3–5 (left) 2.54 kΩ

    [Cut-off + Mute + 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

    [Cut-off + ECO + Reset]
    Switch Connector
    Terminal
    Resistance
    (±5%)
    ECO 3-5 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 - Mute]

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 steering wheel remote control switch and the 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.