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Smart Key Code Saving

  1. Connect the DLC cable of GDS to the data link connector in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on GDS.
    Fig 1: Data Link Connector Location
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  2. Select the vehicle model and then do "Smart key code saving".
    Fig 2: Display - Smart Key Code Saving Screen
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  3. After selecting "Smart key teaching" menu, push "Enter" key, then the screen will be shown.
    Fig 3: Display - Smart Key Teaching Menu Screen
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  4. After pushing the SSB with the teaching key, press "OK" button.
  5. Input the "Pin code" for first key teaching.
    Fig 4: Display - Smart Key Pin Code Entering Screen
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    Fig 5: Display - Smart Key Pin Code Confirmation Screen
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  6. Confirm the message "First key teaching completed".
    Fig 6: Display - First Key Teaching Continue Screen
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    Fig 7: Display - First Key Teaching Completed Screen
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    Fig 8: Display - 2nd Key Teaching Continue Screen
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    Fig 9: Display - 2nd Key Teaching Confirmation Screen
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  7. Confirm the message "Second key teaching completed".
    Fig 10: Display - Second Key Teaching Completed Screen
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  8. Then the screen will be shown when key teaching process is completed.