Kia Sedona (2008 year). Manual - part 422

Slightly vibrate sensors, actuators or relays with finger.

b. Connectors and Harness 

: Lightly shake the connector and wiring harness vertically and then horizontally. 

• SIMULATING HEAT  

a. Heat components suspected of causing the malfunction with a hair dryer or other heat source. 

• SIMULATING WATER SPRINKLING  

a. Sprinkle water onto vehicle to simulate a rainy day or a high humidity condition. 

• SIMULATING ELECTRICAL LOAD  

a. Turn on all electrical systems to simulate excessive electrical loads (Radios, fans, lights, etc.).  

CONNECTOR INSPECTION PROCEDURE 

1. Handling of Connector 

a. Never pull on the wiring harness when disconnecting connectors. 

WARNING:

Strong vibration may break sensors, actuators or relays

WARNING:

WARNING 



DO NOT heat components to the point where they may be 
damaged.  

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DO NOT heat the ECM directly.  

WARNING:

DO NOT sprinkle water directly into the engine compartment or 
electronic components.

 

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Fig. 3: Do Not Pull On Wiring Harness 
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b. When removing the connector with a lock, press or pull locking lever. 

Fig. 4: Locating Locking Lever 
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c. Listen for a click when locking connectors. This sound indicates that they are securely locked. 

 

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Fig. 5: Identifying Connectors Locking Positions 
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d. When a tester is used to check for continuity, or to measure voltage, always insert tester probe from 

wire harness side. 

Fig. 6: Inserting Tester Probe From Wire Harness Side 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

e. Check waterproof connector terminals from the connector side. Waterproof connectors cannot be 

accessed from harness side. 

 

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Fig. 7: Checking Waterproof Connector Terminals From Connector Side 
Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. 

2. Checking Point for Connector 

a. While the connector is connected: 

Hold the connector, check connecting condition and locking efficiency. 

b. When the connector is disconnected: 

Check missed terminal, crimped terminal or broken core wire by slightly pulling the wire harness. 
Visually check for rust, contamination, deformation and bend. 

c. Check terminal tightening condition: 

Insert a spare male terminal into a female terminal, and then check terminal tightening conditions. 

d. Pull lightly on individual wires to ensure that each wire is secured in the terminal. 

NOTE:

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Use a fine wire to prevent damage to the terminal.  



Do not damage the terminal when inserting the tester lead. 

 

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