Smart Key Unit

WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2019 Kia Sorento. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to Body - "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")
Remove the driver's shower duct (A) after loosening the screw.

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Remove the smart key unit (A) after loosening the screw and nut.

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Disconnect the smart key unit connector (A).

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