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SMK, ECM/PCM Neutral Mode

  1. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF".
  2. Perform "Neutralize Mode" in the "Vehicle S/W Management" with KDS/GDS.
  3. Neutralize smart key unit with KDS/GDS. (Fig 1, Fig 2, Fig 3)
  4. Neutralize ECM/PCM with KDS/GDS. (Fig 1, Fig 4, Fig 5)
  5. Perform key teaching procedure for smart key unit with KDS/GDS. (Fig 6, Fig 7, Fig 8, Fig 9, Fig 10, Fig 11)
    CAUTION: Pin code must be prepared to Neutralize Smart Key unit and to perform key teaching procedure.
    Fig 1: Screen Display - Neutralize Smart Key Unit With KDS/GDS (1 Of 3)
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    Fig 2: Screen Display - Neutralize Smart Key Unit With KDS/GDS (2 Of 3)
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    Fig 3: Screen Display - Neutralize Smart Key Unit With KDS/GDS (3 Of 3)
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    Fig 4: Screen Display - Neutralize ECM/PCM With KDS/GDS (1 Of 2)
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    Fig 5: Screen Display - Neutralize ECM/PCM With KDS/GDS (2 Of 2)
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    ■ Smart Key unit Learning 

    Fig 6: Screen Display - Smart Key Unit Key Teaching Procedure (1 Of 5)
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    Fig 7: Screen Display - Smart Key Unit Key Teaching Procedure (2 Of 5)
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    Fig 8: Screen Display - Smart Key Unit Key Teaching Procedure (3 Of 5)
    G12280816Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 9: Screen Display - Smart Key Unit Key Teaching Procedure (4 Of 5)
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    Fig 10: Screen Display - Smart Key Unit Key Teaching Procedure (5 Of 5)
    G12280818Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION: Register Smart Key according to the guide.
    Fig 11: Screen Display - Smart Key Unit Key Teaching Procedure
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  6. Is the neutralization of Smart Key unit, Engine ECM/PCM and key teaching normal?

    YES 

    • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in Smart key unit and/or ECM/PCM 's connector or was repaired and Smart key unit memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.

    NO 

    • Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
    • If problem still occurs, replace Smart key unit and then go to "VERIFICATION OF REPAIR " procedure.
    NOTE:
    • PIN code is programmed in Smart key unit, Transponder, ESCL.
      1. If the Smart key unit is not registered with PIN, key teaching process is not proceeded
      2. Registering PIN is available after Smart Key unit is neutralized.
      3. Neutralization of Engine ECM/PCM is available with KDS/GDS (Registering PIN code)
      4. If the virgin engine ECM/PCM is installed on vehicle, Engine ECM/PCM is automatically programmed PIN code by Smart Key unit
      5. Registering PIN code is only possible for virgin or neutralized status.
    • Smart Key ECM/PCM Learning

      * All Learning procedure is able to do with a KDS/GDS in the vehicle's ignition key off state.

      1. Correct PIN Code must be recorded and kept in hand prior to perform Smart Key Code Saving.
      2. In case of SMK Unit is replaced, Smart Key Code Saving must be performed.
      3. In case wrong PIN signal is inputted 3 times, Neutral Mode or Teaching is prohibited for 1 hour.
      4. In case battery is discharged during process of Neutral Mode or Teaching, timer will restart and wait for 1 hour to re-do.