Kia Sportage: Smart Key System / Smart Key Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual / Body Electrical System / Smart Key System / Smart Key Repair procedures

Smart Key

Smart Key Code Saving

1.	Connect the DLC cable of KDS/GDS to the data link connector (16 pins) in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on KDS/GDS.

2.	Select the vehicle model and then do "Smart key code saving".

3.	After selecting "Smart key teaching" menu, push "Enter" key, then the screen will be shown as below.

4.	After having the teaching smart key, push "ENTER" key.

5.	Input the "Pin code" for first key teaching.

6.	Press the SSB with smart key within 5 sec after pressing "OK".

7.	Confirm the message "First key teaching completed".

8.	Press the SSB with smart key within 5 sec after pressing "OK".

9.	Confirm the message "Second key teaching completed".

10.	Then the screen will be shown as below when key teaching process is completed.

Description and operation

Description The SMART KEY system is a system that allows the user to access and operate a vehicle in a very convenient way. To access the vehicle, no traditional key or remote co ...

Smart Key Unit Components and components location

Components Connector Pin Information No. Connector A Connector B Connector C 1 Battery (+) ...

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