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Smart Key Code Saving

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  1. Connect the DLC cable of KDS/GDS to the data link connector (16 pins) in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on KDS/GDS.
    Fig 1: Connecting DLC Cable Of KDS/GDS To Data Link Connector (16 Pins)
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  2. Select the vehicle model and then do "Smart key code saving".
    Fig 2: Screen Display - Smart Key Code Saving
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  3. After selecting "Smart Key Teaching" menu, push "Enter" key, then the screen will be displayed below.
    Fig 3: Screen Display - Push Enter Key
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  4. After having the teaching smart key, push "ENTER" key.
  5. Input the "Pin Code" for first key teaching.
    Fig 4: Screen Display - Input Pin Code For First Key Teaching
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    Fig 5: Screen Display - Press OK Button
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  6. Press the SSB with smart key within 5 sec after pressing "OK".
    Fig 6: Screen Display - Press SSB With Smart Key Within 5 Sec
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  7. Confirm the message "First key teaching completed".
    Fig 7: Screen Display - First Key Teaching Completed
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  8. Press the SSB with smart key within 5 sec after pressing "OK".
    Fig 8: Screen Display - Pressing OK Button
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  9. Confirm the message "Second Key Teaching Completed".
    Fig 9: Screen Display - Second Key Teaching Completed
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  10. Then the screen will be displayed below when key teaching process is completed.
Fig 10: Screen Display - Key Teaching Process Completed
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