Smart Key Code Saving

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2018 Kia Optima. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Connect the DLC cable of KDS/GDS to the data link connector (16 pins) in driver side crash pad lower panel, and turn on the KDS/GDS.

Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector (DLC - 16 Pins)
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Select the vehicle model and then perform "SMART KEY CODE SAVING ".

Fig 2: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving
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After selecting "Smart key teaching" menu, press "Enter". Then, the following screen will appear.

Fig 3: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Condition)
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After producing the smart key to be taught, press "Enter".
Input the "Pin code" for first key teaching.

Fig 4: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Neutral)
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Fig 5: Scantool Display - Smart Key Code Saving (Message)
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Press the SSB with smart key within 5 seconds after pressing "OK".

Fig 6: Scantool Display - 1st Key Teaching
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Confirm the message "First key teaching completed".

Fig 7: Scantool Display - 1st Key Teaching Completed
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Press the SSB with smart key within 5 seconds after pressing "OK".

Fig 8: Scantool Display - 1st Key Teaching Completed (With Smart Key Within 5 Seconds)
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Confirm the message "Second key teaching completed".

Fig 9: Scantool Display - Second Key Teaching Completed
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Then the screen will be shown as below when key teaching process is completed.

Fig 10: Scantool Display - Smart Key Teaching Completed
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