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Monitor GDS Data

  1. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF"
  2. Erase DTC after connecting GDS.
  3. Check Smart key status in "Vehicle S/W management", if DTC is retrieved.
    Fig 1: Selecting SMK Status Information Screen
    G09775905Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    Fig 2: Number Of Registered Key And Learning Status
    G09775906Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Is the Smart key unit learnt status?

    YES 

    • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in Smart Key unit and/or PCM's connector or was repaired and Smart Key unit and 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