PODS Re-Zero Procedure

You should perform PODS Re-zero procedure after service or replacement about all part of the passenger seat.

1. Ignition "OFF", connect GDS.
2. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF", select Airbag system and "PODS Reset" mode.
   Fig 1: Screen Display - Airbag System

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   Fig 2: Screen Display - PODS Reset

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3. The GDS will show the two PODS RESET function steps.
   1. Erase PODS diagnostic codes.
   2. PODS initialization.
   Fig 3: Screen Display - PODS Initialization

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   CAUTION: This step must be done PODS re-zero, when the front passenger seat is empty.
4. Press the OK button to erase the PODS related diagnostic codes.
   Fig 4: Screen Display - PODS Related Diagnostic Codes

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5. Press OK button to initialize the PODS.
   Fig 5: Screen Display - PODS Initialize

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   CAUTION: This step must be done PODS re-zero, when the front passenger seat is empty.
6. The PODS initialization procedure will be performed.
   Fig 6: Screen Display - PODS Initialization Procedure

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7. Check PODS situation with selecting "Pass. Airbag Real-time Info" after performing PODS Reset procedure.
   Fig 7: Screen Display - Pass Airbag Real-time Info

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8. Perform inspection with pressing OK button.
   Fig 8: Screen Display - PODS Situation

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9. Finish the procedure with pressing cancel button if there is no problem after inspecting each status as below.

Fig 9: Screen Display - Passenger Airbag Status (1 Of 3)

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Fig 10: Screen Display - Passenger Airbag Status (2 Of 3)

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Fig 11: Screen Display - Passenger Airbag Status (3 Of 3)

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