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Antenna Status Check

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  1. Connect the cable of KDS/GDS to the data link connector in driver side crash pad lower panel.
  2. Select the "Antenna Status Check".
    Fig 1: Screen Display - Select Antenna Status Check
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  3. After IG ON, select the "Antenna Status Check".
    Fig 2: Screen Display - Select Antenna Status Check, After IG ON
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  4. Set the smart key near the related antenna and operate it with a KDS/GDS.
    Fig 3: Screen Display - Interior Antenna 1, Press OK Button
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    Fig 4: Screen Display - Interior Antenna 2, Press OK Button
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  5. If the smart key runs normal, the related antenna, smart Key (Transmission, reception) and exterior receiver are normal.
  6. Antenna status
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