Inspection

Smart Key Unit
- Refer to Lighting System - "Inspection/Self Diagnosis"

Smart Key Switch
- Refer to Lighting System - "Inspection/Switch Diagnosis"

Antenna
- Refer to Lighting System - "Inspection/Antenna Actuation Diagnosis"

Trunk Lid Open Switch
1. Check for continuity between the Trunk lid open switch terminals.

2. If continuity is not specified, inspect the switch.

Removal

NOTE:
- Take care not to scratch the crash pad and related parts

Smart key unit
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the accelerator pedal module.
3. Disconnect the smart key unit connector, and then remove the bracket and smart key unit (A) after loosening the screw and nut.

Door Outside Handle
1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2. Disconnect the connector after removing the door trim.
3. Loosen the mounting bolt, then remove the door handle cover (B) and door lock (A).

4. Remove the outside handle (A) by sliding it rearward.

5. Disconnect the door outside handle connector (A).

Trunk lid open switch
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the trunk door trim.
3. Disconnect the trunk lid open switch connector (A).

4. Remove the rear combination lamp assembly (A) after loosening the nuts (9EA).

NOTE:
Be careful not to damage the guide boss on the combination lamp assembly.

5. Remove the out side handle assembly (A) after removing the mounting screws and license lamps.

Installation

Smart Key Unit
1. Install the smart key unit.
2. Install the smart key unit mounting nuts and screw and connector.
3. Install the glove accelerator pedal.
4. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Trunk Lid Open Switch
1. Install the trunk lid open switch on the rear combination lamp assembly.
2. Install the rear combination lamp assembly.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Door Outside Handle
1. Install the outside handle.
2. Install the door trim.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

• You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.

• Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.

• The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.

• You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.

• You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

Safety Warning

Repair Procedures

Use the Manual With the Right Hardware

When to See a Mechanic

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