LEMON Manuals: Even more car manuals for everyone: 1960-2025
Home >> Kia >> 2017 >> Sorento L >> Repair and Diagnosis >> Accessories & Equipment >> Anti-Theft Systems >> Smart Key System >> Smart Key Diagnostic >> Repair Procedures >> Inspection >> Neutralization Status Check
April 5, 2026: LEMON Manuals is launched! Read the announcement.

Neutralization Status Check

  1. Connect the cable of GDS to the data link connector in driver side crash pad lower panel.
  2. After IG ON, select the "Neutralization mode".
    Fig 1: Screen Display - Neutralization Mode (1 Of 2)
    G12176905Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Screen Display - Neutralization Mode (2 Of 2)
    G12176906Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Select the "ECM Neutralization" or "SMK Neutralization".
    Fig 3: Screen Display - ECM Neutralization
    G12176907Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 4: Screen Display - SMK Neutralization
    G12176908Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.