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Monitor Scantool Data





Monitor Scantool Data

1. Check status
(1) IGN "ON" & Engine "OFF"
(2) Monitor the "ECM Status" Parameter on the Scantool.
A. Specification : 'LEARNT'




Fig.1) This data show that 3 keys have been taught, ECU has been learnt, Key in key cylinder has been learnt and SMARTRA3 has been learnt.
(3) Has the ECM been learnt?
YES
- Check connectors for looseness, poor connection, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration or damage. Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.
NO
- Substitute with a known good ECM equipped with Immobilizer and perform the Key teaching procedure with scantool and check for proper operation.
If the problem is corrected, replace ECM and then go to "Verification of Vehicle Repair" procedure.

CAUTION:
If the EMS is only replaced using an existing key and SMARTRA3, after replacing the "virgin" or "neutral" EMS, reteaching is possible by key Learning mode with scanner.
When the same PIN used in existing vehicle is only inputted, the SMARTRA3 Learning and key Learnings are possible.