FixVault

Monitor GDS Data

  1. Connect KDS/GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
  2. Ignition "ON".
  3. Monitor "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)" with KDS/GDS.
  4. Is DTC status displayed as Present?
    Fig 1: Screen Display - DTC Description
    G12280838Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    YES 

    NO 

    • Fault is intermittent caused by poor contact in the part's and/or SMK unit connector or was repaired and SMK unit 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.