Replacement Of ECM And SMARTRA
WARNING: This page is about a different car, the 2013 Kia Sportage and 2012 Kia Sportage. However, it is still accessible from the selected car via links, so may be relevant.
In case of a defective ECM, the unit has to be replaced with a "virgin" or "neutral" ECM. All keys have to be taught to the new ECM. Keys, which are not taught to the ECM, are invalid for the new ECM. Refer to TEACHING PROCEDURES . The vehicle specific data has to be left unchanged due to the unique programming of transponder.
In case of a defective SMARTRA, it needs teaching the SMARTRA. A new SMARTRA device replaces the old one and SMARTRA need teaching.
- Things to remember before a replacement (PCM (ECM)
- Things to remember before a replacement (Keys & Additional registration)
NOTE:
- When there is only one key registered and you wish to register another key, you need to re-register the key which was already registered.
- When the key #1 is registered and master key #2 is not registered, Put the key #1 in the IG/ON or the start position and remove it. The engine can be started with the unregistered key #2.
(Note that key #2 must be used within 10 seconds of removing key #1)
- When the key #1 is registered and key #2 is not registered, put the unregistered master key #2 in the IG/ON or the start position.
The engine cannot be started even with the registered key #1.
- When you inspect the immobilizer system, refer to the above
Steps 1, 2 and 3.
Always remember the 10 seconds zone.
- If the pin code & password are entered incorrectly on three consecutive inputs, the system will be locked for one hour.
- Be cautious not to overlap the transponder areas.
- Problems can occur at key registration or vehicle starting if the transponders should overlap.