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DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2009 Kia Rondo L4-2.4LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Keyless Systems - Smart Key Programming Information
GROUP GEN
NUMBER 048
MODEL ALL MODELS
DATE JANUARY 2011
SUBJECT:
SMART KEY PROGRAMING PROCEDURES WHEN BOTH SMART KEYS ARE LOST
This bulletin provides programming information for vehicles for which both Smart Keys are missing Without a Smart Key the vehicle will not power up Please follow the programming procedure outlined in this bulletin when replacing both Smart Keys.
*NOTICE
If it is determined that a customer has lost both Smart Keys, then the customer will be responsible for the cost or replacement Smart Keys.
Programming Procedure:
1. Connect GDS to vehicle and select Option Treatment.
2. Select Vehicle, then Year, and then Engine.
The screen shown above is for demonstrative purposes only and will vary depending on model.
3. Select PIC for the system, and then the Smart Key Unit.
Press OK.
4. Select Neutralization Mode.
5. Neutralize all three modules. PIN codes must be entered, (PIN codes can be found on KGIS).
6. Once all three modules have been neutralized, select System to change to PIC System Code Saving.
7. Select PIC, and then select Smart Key Code Saving.
8. Insert a NEW Smart Key into the holder in the center armrest as per the on screen prompt.
Input the PIN code.
Press OK
Repeat, step 8 for the second Smart Key
*NOTICE
Only 2 Smart Keys can be programmed per vehicle.
NUMBER 048
MODEL ALL MODELS
DATE JANUARY 2011
SUBJECT:
SMART KEY PROGRAMING PROCEDURES WHEN BOTH SMART KEYS ARE LOST
This bulletin provides programming information for vehicles for which both Smart Keys are missing Without a Smart Key the vehicle will not power up Please follow the programming procedure outlined in this bulletin when replacing both Smart Keys.
*NOTICE
If it is determined that a customer has lost both Smart Keys, then the customer will be responsible for the cost or replacement Smart Keys.
Programming Procedure:
1. Connect GDS to vehicle and select Option Treatment.
2. Select Vehicle, then Year, and then Engine.
The screen shown above is for demonstrative purposes only and will vary depending on model.
3. Select PIC for the system, and then the Smart Key Unit.
Press OK.
4. Select Neutralization Mode.
5. Neutralize all three modules. PIN codes must be entered, (PIN codes can be found on KGIS).
6. Once all three modules have been neutralized, select System to change to PIC System Code Saving.
7. Select PIC, and then select Smart Key Code Saving.
8. Insert a NEW Smart Key into the holder in the center armrest as per the on screen prompt.
Input the PIN code.
Press OK
Repeat, step 8 for the second Smart Key
*NOTICE
Only 2 Smart Keys can be programmed per vehicle.
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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.
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