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Smart key unit

[USA] 

  1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
  2. Remove the smart key unit (A) after disconnecting the connector and loosening the mounting nut (1EA) and bolts (2EA).
    Fig 1: Locating Smart Key Unit With Mounting Nut And Bolts (USA)
    G11846556Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.

    [CANADA] 

    1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
    2. Remove the bracket (A) after loosening the bolts (2EA).
    Fig 2: Locating Smart Key Unit Bracket With Mounting Bolts
    G11846557Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
  3. Remove the smart key unit (A) after disconnecting the connector and loosening the mounting nut (1EA) and bolts (2EA).
Fig 3: Locating Smart Key Unit With Mounting Nut And Bolts (Canada)
G11846558Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.