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Neutralization 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. After ignition "ON", select the "Neutralization mode".
Fig 1: Scantool Display - Vehicle S/W Management
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Fig 2: Scantool Display - Neutralization Mode
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Fig 3: Scantool Display - ECM Neutralization
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Fig 4: Scantool Display - SMK Neutralization
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