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ECM Neutral Mode Procedure

  1. Perform "ECM Neutral Mode" procedure using KDS. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "REPAIR PROCEDURES ")
  2. After finishing "ECM Neutral Mode", perform "Key Teaching" procedure using KDS. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "REPAIR PROCEDURES ")

    [If installing a new ECM]

    Perform "Key Teaching" procedure using KDS. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "REPAIR PROCEDURES ")

    • After replacing the ECM of the vehicle with the smart key system (button start), the following procedure must be performed.

      [If installing a used ECM]

  1. Perform "ECM Neutral Mode" procedure using KDS. (Refer to Body Electrical System - "REPAIR PROCEDURES ")
  2. After finishing "ECM Neutral Mode", turn IGN ON then OFF using the smart key or start button. Then the ECM learns information on the smart key automatically.

    [If installing a new ECM]

    Turn IGN ON then OFF using the smart key or start button. Then the ECM learns information on the smart key automatically.