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Monitor GDS Data

  1. Connect GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  2. IG "ON".
  3. Select "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) "  button, and then Press "DTC Status" to check DTC's information from the DTCs menu.
  4. Read "DTC Status" parameter.
    Fig 1: Scantool Display - DTC Status Parameter
    G11799959Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  5. Is parameter displayed "Present fault"?

    YES 

    NO 

    • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the sensor's and/or ECM/PCM's connector or was repaired and ECM/PCM memory was not cleared. Thoroughly check connectors for looseness, poor connection, ending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and go to "Verification Of Vehicle Repair " procedure.