KIA Niro: Ignition Switch
Ignition Switch / Repair Procedures
Inspection
- Disconnect the key warning switch connector (A) and ignition switch connector (B) from the steering column.


- Check for continuity between the terminals.
- If continuity is not specified, replace the switch.

Removal
- Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
- Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "Crash Pad Lower Panel")
- Remove the steering column upper and lower shroud panel.
(Refer to Body - "Steering Column Shroud Panel")
- Remove the ignition switch connector (A) and key warning / immobilizer connector (B).

- Insert key and turn it to ACC position.

- Pushing lock pin (A) with the awl.

- Remove the key lock cylinder (A).
B : Key warning switch
C : Ignition switch connector

- Remove the ignition switch (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

Installation
- Install in the reverse order of removal.
Warning
- Do not reuse the shear bolts.
- When installing the new shear bolts to the ignition switch
assembly, tighten the shear bolts until its head is cut off.

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Description
Main Function
High speed CAN communication (C-CAN)
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Instrument Cluster Repair procedures
Removal
Warning
Put on gloves to protect your hands.
When removing with a flat-tip screwdriver or remover, wrap
protective tape around the tools to prevent damage to
components.
Instrument Cluster
Disconnect the negative (-) batter
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Engine And Transaxle Assembly
Engine Room Under Cover Repair procedures
Removal
Engine room under cover.
Remove the engine room under cover (A).
Tightening torque :
3.9 - 5.9 N*m (0.4 - 0.6 kgf*m, 2.9 - 4.3 lb*ft)
Install in the reverse order of removal.
Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist settings
Blind-spot safety
A: Driver assistance
Driving safety
Blind-spot safety
With the vehicle on, touch Settings →
Driver Assistance → Driving Safety on
the instrument cluster or Settings →
Vehicle → Driver assistance → Blin
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