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Monitor KDS Data

Inspection Condition	(+) Probe		(-) Probe		Specification
Inspection Condition	Connector	Terminal	Connector	Terminal	Specification
Ignition "ON"	IBU connector	6 (EMS COM)	Chassis ground	-	Fig.1

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Good

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 go to "Verification of Repair " procedure.

No Good

Go to "SMK Status Information" procedure.

SMK Status Information
Inspection Condition	Inspection Procedure	Reference
Ignition "ON", engine "OFF"	Connect KDS to Data Link Connector(DLC). Perform "Vehicle S/W Management" of concerned component with KDS.	Fig.1 to 2

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Good

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 go to "Verification of Repair " procedure.

No Good

Go to "Wiring Inspection " procedure.