Monitor KDS/GDS Data

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Ignition switch "OFF"
Connect KDS/GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
Ignition switch "ON" & Engine "ON"
Monitor "Country Code", "Left/Right hand drive", "Vehicle transmission type" and "Vehicle Model" parameters in "Current Data with KDS/GDS.
Specification: Refer to figure below

Fig 1: Scantool Display - LDWS Variant Coding Related Current Data
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Is the parameter displayed within specification?
YES
- Fault might be intermittent and caused either by poor contact in connectors or wiring harness, or it has been repaired and control module memory is not cleared yet. Thoroughly check terminal of battery, all connectors (and connections) for looseness, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, and/or damage.
- Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair " procedure.
NO
- Go to "Wiring Inspection " procedure.