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Smart Key Code Saving

  1. Connect the DLC cable of KDS/GDS to the data link connector in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on KDS/GDS.
    Fig 1: Data Link Connector In Driver Side Crash Pad Lower Panel
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  2. Select the vehicle model and then do "Smart key code saving".
    Fig 2: Scantool Display - ID Register
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  3. After selecting "Smart key teaching" menu, push "Enter" key, then the screen will be shown as below.
    Fig 3: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving
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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: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Pin Code)
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    Fig 5: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Press OK Button)
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  6. Confirm the message "First key teaching completed".
    Fig 6: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (1st Key Teaching)
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    Fig 7: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (1st Key Teaching Completed)
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    Fig 8: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (2nd Key Continue)
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    Fig 9: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Message)
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  7. Confirm the message "Second key teaching completed".
    Fig 10: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Second Key Teaching Completed)
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  8. Then the screen will be shown as above when key teaching process is completed.