Kia Rio: Automatic Transaxle Control System / Inhibitor Switch
Description and operation
Detect the position of shift lever through the contact switch.

Operation Table

Schematic diagrams

Repair procedures
1. |
Check the condition of connector.
(1) |
Inspect connector thoroughly for looseness, poor connection,
bending, corrosion, contamination, deformation, or damage.
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(2) |
Turn ignition key "ON" and engine "OFF" and measure the voltage
between the power supplied to inhibitor switch circuit and ground.
Specification : Approx. 12 V
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2. |
Check the inhibitor switch circuit signal.
(1) |
Turn Ignition "ON", & engine "OFF".
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(2) |
Measure the voltages between each signal terminal and chassis
ground in each range (P, R, N, D).
Signal Code Table

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1. |
Shift the gear to "N".
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2. |
Remove the air cleaner.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air cleaner")
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3. |
Disconnect the inhibitor switch connector (A) and loosen the shift cable
mounting nut (B).

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4. |
Remove the inhibitor switch (B) after removing the manual control lever
(A).

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1. |
Check that the gear is shifted to "N".
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2. |
Install the manual control lever (A) after installing the inhibitor switch
(B).
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Lightly tighten the inhibitor switch mounting bolts so
that necessary adjustments can be made.
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Lightly tighten the manual control lever nut so that
necessary adjustments can be made.
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3. |
Align the hole in the manual control lever with the "N" position hole
of the inhibitor switch and then insert the SST (09480-A3800).

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4. |
Tighten the manual control lever mounting nut (A).
Tightening torque :
16.7 - 20.6 N·m (1.7 - 2.1 kgf·m, 12.3 - 15.2 lb·ft)
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5. |
Tighten the inhibitor switch mounting bolts (A).
Tightening torque :
9.8 - 11.8 N·m (1.0 - 1.2 kgf·m, 7.2 - 8.7 lb·ft)
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6. |
Remove the SST (09480-A3800).

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7. |
Connect the inhibitor switch connector (A).
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8. |
Tighten the nut (B) to the specified torque after removing free play
by pushing the shift cable in the direction of the arrow
Tightening torque :
9.8 - 13.7 N·m (1.0 - 1.4 kgf.m, 7.2 - 10.1 lb·ft)
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9. |
Install the air cleaner.
(Refer to Engine Mechanical System - "Air cleaner")
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Specifications
Specification
Item
Specification
Type
Hall effect sensor
Current
22 mA (Max)
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Components and components location
Components
1. Shift lever knob & boots
2. Shift lever assembly
3. Shift cable assembly
Repair procedur ...
Other information:
Repair procedures
Inspection
Multifunction Switch
Inspection
[BCM Type]
1.
Check for continuity between the terminals in each switch position as
shown below.
[Left Handle
Drive]
Switch
Switch p ...
Repair procedures
Inspection
1.
Check the condenser fins for clogging and damage. If clogged, clean them
with water, and blow them with compressed air. If bent, gently bend them
using a screwdriver or pliers.
2.
Check the condenser connecti ...