1996 Hyundai Accent

Electrical Systems & Components / Accessories & Equipment / Steering Column Switches / STEERING
COLUMN SWITCHES

DESCRIPTION

WARNING: Some models are equipped with air bags. To avoid injury from accidental air bag deployment, read and carefully follow all
WARNINGS and SERVICE PRECAUTIONS in AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
article before working around steering column.

MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH
Headlight, turn signal, cruise control (if equipped) and wiper/washer switches are combined into one multifunction switch assembly
mounted to top of steering column. See Fig. 1
.

Fig. 1: View Of Multifunction Switch Assembly (Typical)

COMPONENT TESTING

WARNING: On models with air bag restraint system, read and carefully follow all WARNINGS and SERVICE PRECAUTIONS in the AIR
BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
article before working around the steering column.

IGNITION/KEY WARNING SWITCH

Disconnect ignition switch connector, located under steering column. Check continuity in each switch position, between indicated switch
terminals. See IGNITION/KEY WARNING SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
. See Fig. 2
or Fig. 3
.

IGNITION/KEY WARNING SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Switch Position Continuity Between Terminals No.

Ignition Switch

Lock None

Accessory 1&4
 Switch Position Continuity Between Terminals No.

On 1, 2, 4 & 6

Start 3, 4, 5 & 6

Key Warning Switch 1

1

Testing information for key warning switch not available at time of publication.

Fig. 2: Ignition Switch Terminals

Fig. 3: Key Warning Switch Terminals

MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH ASSEMBLY

WARNING: On models with air bag(s), check clockspring's case, gears, connectors and protective tube for damage after repairs. See
the AIR BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
article.
 Fig. 4: Multifunction Switch Terminals

Dimmer & Passing Switch

Remove multifunction switch assembly. See procedures under MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH R & I
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check
continuity in each switch position, between indicated switch terminals. See DIMMER & PASSING SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
. See Fig. 4
.
Replace switch if continuity is not as specified.

DIMMER & PASSING SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Switch Position Connector Continuity Between Terminals No.

High Beam "A" 4&6

Low Beam "A" 4&5

Passing "A" 4, 6 & 14

Hazard Warning Switch

See COMPONENT TESTS in the appropriate INSTRUMENT PANEL article.
INSTRUMENT PANEL
- 1995
INSTRUMENT PANEL
- 1996

Headlight Switch
Remove multifunction switch assembly. See procedures under MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH R & I
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check
continuity in each switch position, between indicated switch terminals. See HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
table. See Fig. 4
.
Replace switch if continuity is not as specified.

HEADLIGHT SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Switch Position Connector Continuity Between Terminals No.

Off "A" None

I "A" 10 & 13
 Switch Position Connector Continuity Between Terminals No.

II "A" 10, 11, 12 & 13

Turn Signal Switch

Remove multifunction switch assembly. See procedures under MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH R & I
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check
continuity in each switch position, between indicated switch terminals. See TURN SIGNAL SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
. See Fig. 4
. Replace
switch if continuity is not as specified.

TURN SIGNAL SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST 1

Switch Position Connector Continuity Between Terminals No.

Left "A" 2&8

Neutral "A" None

Right "A" 2&4

1

Ensure hazard switch is in the off position.

Washer Switch
Remove multifunction switch assembly. See procedures under MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH R & I
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check
continuity in each switch position, between indicated switch terminals. See WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
. See Fig. 4
. Replace
switch if continuity is not as specified.

WASHER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Switch Position Connector Continuity Between Terminals No.

Off "B" None

On "B" 1&4

Wiper Switch
Remove multifunction switch assembly. See procedures under MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH R & I
under REMOVAL & INSTALLATION. Check
continuity in each switch position, between indicated switch terminals. See WIPER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST
. See Fig. 4
. Replace switch
if continuity is not as specified.

WIPER SWITCH CONTINUITY TEST

Switch Position Connector Continuity Between Terminals No.

Off "B" 3&7

Intermittent 1 "B" 3 & 7; 1, 5 & 6

Low "B" 1&3

High "B" 1&8

1

Resistance between terminals will fluctuate due to internal resistor.

REMOVAL & INSTALLATION

WARNING: On models with air bag restraint system, read and carefully follow all WARNINGS and SERVICE PRECAUTIONS in the AIR
BAG RESTRAINT SYSTEM
article before working around the steering column.

MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH

CAUTION: DO NOT
hammer on steering wheel to remove, as it may damage steering column.
Removal & Installation

1. Remove horn cover assembly. Remove upper and lower horn plate, and disconnect horn button connector. Remove steering wheel
lock nut. Make alignment marks on steering shaft and steering wheel for installation reference. Remove steering wheel using
Steering Wheel Puller (09561-11002).
2. Remove driver-side knee bolster, and disconnect rheostat connector. Remove steering column shroud. Disconnect connectors, and
remove multifunction switch assembly. To install, reverse removal procedure. Ensure reference marks on steering shaft and steering
wheel align. Tighten steering wheel lock nut to specification.

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

TORQUE SPECIFICATIONS

Application Ft. Lbs. (N.m)

Steering Wheel Lock Nut 26-33 (35-45)

WIRING DIAGRAMS
Fig. 5: Horn System Wiring Diagram (1995)

Fig. 6: Horn System Wiring Diagram (1996)

Created/Modified Date: 8/24/2009 2:07:04 AM