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Monitor KDS/GDS Data

■ DTC Status Check 

  1. Connect KDS/GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  2. Ignition "ON".
  3. Monitor "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)  " with KDS/GDS.
    Fig 1: Screen Display - Diagnostic Trouble Code Description
    G11941953Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Is DTC status displayed as Present?

    YES 

    • Go to "Current Data Inspection" procedure below.

    NO 

■ Current Data Inspection 

  1. Connect KDS/GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  2. Align front wheels straight.
  3. Ignition "ON".
  4. Turn the steering wheel to left and right.
  5. Monitor "Steering Angle Sensor (CAN) (ESP Only)" parameter in "Current Data  " with KDS/GDS.

    Specification:  Approx. -520° ~ +530°

    Fig 2: Screen Display - Steering Angle Sensor (CAN) (ESP Only) Parameter In Current Data With KDS/GDS
    G11941954Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  6. Is parameter displayed within specification?

    YES 

    • 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 then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

    NO