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Monitoring KDS/GDS Status

Connect KDS/GDS to "DATA LINK CONNECTOR (DLC)".
IG key "ON", engine "OFF".
Monitor "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)" with KDS/GDS.

Fig 1: Scantool Display - DTC Description

G00568968

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Does the same DTC return?
YES
- After checking installed option on the real vehicle firmly, perform "CLU VARIANT CODING " procedure in the "Vehicle S/W Management" with GDS, go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
NO
- Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the TPMS ECU's connector or was repaired and CLU 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.