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Monitor Scantool Data

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  1. IG KEY "ON" & Engine "OFF".
  2. Erase DTC after connecting GDS.
  3. Check Smart key status if DTC is retrieved.
    4. Fig 1: Scantool Display - SMK Status Information
    G07425946Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    The illustration Above shows that 2 (two) FOB key is registered, Smart Key PCM is learnt status.

  4. Is the Smart key PCM learnt status?

    YES 

    • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in Smart key PCM and/or PCM's connector or was repaired and Smart key PCM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check 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.

    NO 

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