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Smart Key Code Saving

  1. Connect the DLC cable of GDS to the data link connector (16 pins) in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on GDS.
    Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector (16 Pins)
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  2. Select the vehicle model and then do "Smart key code saving".
    Fig 2: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (1 Of 2)
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    Fig 3: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (2 Of 2)
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  3. After selecting "Smart key teaching" menu, push "Enter" key, then the screen will be shown as below.
    Fig 4: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Press OK Button)
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  4. After having the teaching smart key, push "ENTER" key.
  5. Input the "Pin code" for first key teaching.

    Information 

    Neutralization mode is not required.

    Fig 5: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Pin Code)
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    Fig 6: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving
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  6. Press the SSB with smart key within 5 sec after pressing "OK".
    Fig 7: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (1st Key Teaching)
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  7. Confirm the message "First key teaching completed".
    Fig 8: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (1st Key Teaching Completed)
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  8. Press the SSB with smart key within 5 sec after pressing "OK".
    Fig 9: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving
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  9. Confirm the message "Second key teaching completed".
    Fig 10: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Second Key Teaching Completed)
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  10. Then the screen will be shown as below when key teaching process is completed.

    Information 

    Repeat the procedure for Card Key.

    Fig 11: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Smart Key Teaching Completed)
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