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Monitor Scantool Data

  1. Ignition OFF, connect scantool.
  2. With Ignition ON & Engine OFF, select "Current Data" mode.
  3. After the driver seat is moved fully rearward, monitor the "STPS-Driver Status" parameter on the Scantool.

    Specification  : Driver seat is fully moved to rear: Rearward

    Driver seat is fully moved to front: Forward.

    Fig 1: Scantool Display - Current Data
    G06498195Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Is DTC present?

    YES 

    NO 

    • Displaying nothing (no DTC) or DTC with label "H" (historical) shows that the fault is intermittent, caused by poor contact in the part's connector and/or SRSCM connector, or was repaired and SRSCM memory was not cleared.

      Thoroughly check shorting bar/shorting bar release pin and connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage.

    • Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.