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Procedures





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 scantool.
2. Ignition "ON" & Engine "OFF", select Airbag system and "PODS Reset" mode.








3. The scantool will show the two PODS RESET function steps.
(1) Erase PODS ECU diagnostic codes.
(2) PODS ECU initialization.




4. Press the OK button to erase the PODS related diagnostic codes.




5. Press OK button to initialize the PODS.





CAUTION:
This step must be done PODS re-zero, when the front passenger seat is empty.

6. The PODS initialization procedure will be performed.




7. Check PODS situation with selecting " Pass. Airbag Real time Info" after performing PODS Reset procedure.




8. Perform inspection with pressing OK button.




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