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Smart Key Unit

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the main crash pad assembly.

    (Refer to "MAIN CRASH PAD ASSEMBLY ")

  3. Remove the RF receiver (A) after loosening a nut.
    Fig 1: RF Receiver
    G09744824Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Disconnect the SMK connectors (A) from the SMK unit.
    Fig 2: SMK Connectors
    G09744825Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Remove the smart key unit (A) with loosening the nut and screw.
    Fig 3: Smart Key Unit (1 Of 2)
    G09744826Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 4: Smart Key Unit (2 Of 2)
    G09744827Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.