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Monitor Scantool Data

  1. IG KEY "ON" & Engine "OFF".
  2. Erase DTC after connecting GDS.
  3. Check Smart Key ECM status parameter if DTC is retrieved.
    Fig 1: Screen Display - SMK Status Info
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  4. Is the smart Key ECM learnt?

    YES 

    Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in Smart key ECM and/or ECM's connector or was repaired and Smart key ECM 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 VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO 

    Go to "COMPONENT INSPECTION " procedure.