Smart Key Unit

2015 Kia Forte5 EXSECTION Smart Key Unit
  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the main crash pad assembly.

    (Refer to "MAIN CRASH PAD ASSEMBLY ")

  3. Remove the RF receiver (A) after loosening a nut.
    Fig 1: RF Receiver
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  4. Disconnect the SMK connectors (A) from the SMK unit.
    Fig 2: SMK Connectors
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  5. Remove the smart key unit (A) with loosening the nut and screw.
    Fig 3: Smart Key Unit (1 Of 2)
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