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CLU Variant Coding

After replacing the cluster with a new one, must be performed the "Variant Coding" procedure.

  1. Connect the cable of GDS to the data link connector in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on GDS.
  2. Select model and "BCM".
  3. Select Variant coding mode to perform.
    Fig 1: Select Variant Coding Mode Screen (1 Of 3)
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    Fig 2: Select Variant Coding Mode Screen (2 Of 3)
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    Fig 3: Select Variant Coding Mode Screen (3 Of 3)
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  4. If the trouble codes occurred when performing variant coding, try the CLU variant coding again after checking the installation status of CLU system.
Fig 4: Display - CLU Variant Coding Screen
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