Kia Sportage: Immobilizer System / Antenna Coil Repair procedures

Kia Sportage QL (2015-2025) Service Manual / Body Electrical System / Immobilizer System / Antenna Coil Repair procedures

Removal

1.	Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.

2.	Remove the steering column shroud panel. (Refer to Body - "Steering Column Shroud Panel")

3.	Disconnect the 6P connector (A) of the coil antenna and then remove the antenna coil (B) after loosening a screw.

Installation

1.	Install the coil antenna and connect the 6P connector.

2.	Install the steering column shroud panel.

3.	Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.

Immobilizer Control Unit Repair procedures

Removal 1. Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal. 2. Remove the main crash pad assembly. (Refer to Body - "Main Cra ...

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