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Procedure Of Variant Coding

  1. Connect the scan tool to the data link connector located underneath the dash panel. Turn ign key to the ON position
  2. Select vehicle name.
  3. Select ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM.
  4. Select the variant coding.
    Fig 1: Scan Tool Display - VARIANT CODING
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  5. Follow the next procedure according to the comment
    Fig 2: Scan Tool Display - VARIANT CODING
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  6. Confirm the condition, and then push the "REST".
    Fig 3: Scan Tool Display - VARIANT CODING
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  7. If the procedure is finished, the screen is displayed as shown below.
    Fig 4: Scan Tool Display - VARIANT CODING
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  8. IGN off.
  9. IGN on.
  10. The variant coding is completed.
    CAUTION:
    • If the warning lamp (ESC, EBD, ABS) is illuminated, follow the "Variant coding" again.
    • For the vehicle equipped 4WD, delete the DTC(s) memorized in 4WD ECU when variant coding Is completed.