2017 Kia Soul Base, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Transmitter Code Registration (Using GDS)

  1. Connect the DLC cable of GDS to the data link connector (16 pins) in driver side crash pad lower panel, turn the power on GDS.
    Fig 1: Locating Data Link Connector
    G12235571Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  2. Select the vehicle model and then do "CODE SAVING"
    Fig 2: Screen Display - Select Vehicle Model And Code Saving
    G12235572Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. After selecting "CODE SAVING" menu, button "ENTER" key, then the screen will be shown as below.
    Fig 3: Screen Display - Code Saving
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  4. After removing the ignition key from key cylinder, push "ENTER" key to proceed to the next mode for code saving. Follow steps  1 to 4 and then code saving is completed.
    Fig 4: Screen Display - Transmitter Code Saving (1 Of 9)
    G12235574Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
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