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Smart key unit

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  1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the glove box.

    (Refer to the "CRASH PAD ")

  3. Remove the smart key unit (A) after disconnecting the connector and loosening the mounting nuts (2EA).
    Fig 1: Identifying Smart Key Unit
    G08309092Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  4. Remove the smart key unit (A) with bracket (B) after loosening the mounting nuts, shear bolts (C).

    [CANADA] 

    Fig 2: Exploded View Of Smart Key Unit (Canada)
    G08309093Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
    CAUTION: Do not reuse the shear bolts. When installing the new shear bolts to the smart key unit, tighten the shear bolts until its head is cut off.
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