Serial Communication Status Check

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Connect the cable of GDS to the data link connector in driver side crash pad lower panel.
Select the "Serial Communication Line Check".

Fig 1: Scantool Display - ID Register
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After IGN ON, select the "Receiver Communication Line Check".

Fig 2: Scantool Display - Receiver Communication Line Check
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Check the serial communication line with a GDS.
If the smart key operates normally, it means that the communication of smart key unit and exterior receiver are also normal.
In case of abnormal operation of smart key, check the following items:
- Disconnected or not responding exterior receiver communication line
- The exterior receiver communication line disconnection and ground connection.