[KIA] KDS 2.0 User Manual

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Basic Operation  Module Connection  Digital Field Fix  Smart Diagnosis

Expert Diagnosis  Fault Code Search  Data Analysis  Multi-Data Analysis 

Actuation Test  Software Management System Identification ECU Upgrade

OBD-II My Service Hardware Measurement Recorded Data

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Basic Operation

: This section describes the basic operating procedures.
 

Module Connection

: Explains how to connect and pair the VCI II, GDS VCI, and TPMS modules.
 

My Service

: Provides direct access to useful websites.
 

Smart Diagnosis

: This function provides comprehensive diagnostic results for the selected vehicle system.
You can simultaneously check multiple items, including the presence or absence of Fault Codes, ECU upgrade Target status, and ECU mapping.

 

Expert Diagnosis

: Expert Diagnosis allows the user to access the diagnostic, special, and utility functions provided by KDS 2.0.
 

Fault Code Search

: Searches for Fault Codes in one or more systems installed in the vehicle. Users can review detailed information about the detected Fault Codes, as well as related service information.
 

Smart Diagnosis

: This function provides comprehensive diagnostic results for the selected vehicle system.
You can simultaneously check multiple items, including the presence or absence of Fault Codes, ECU upgrade Target status, and ECU mapping.
 

Data Analysis

: This function uses vehicle communication to display parameter values from various control modules installed in the vehicle, including sensor input signals and Actuator operation.
 

Multi-Data Analysis

: This function is similar to Sensor Data Diagnosis and allows sensor data from multiple control modules installed in the vehicle to be analyzed simultaneously on one screen.
* Only modules that support the CAN communication protocol are supported.

ECU Upgrade

: This function upgrades the data in the ECU (electronic control unit) to improve vehicle performance or correct a known issue. 

Actuation Test

: This function uses a control module to forcibly operate and stop various Actuators installed in the vehicle, allowing the technician to verify proper component operation.
 

Software Management

: Supports functions such as additional configuration, testing, and initialization after vehicle repairs.
Supported items vary by Vehicle Type. Verify the vehicle conditions and follow all applicable precautions.
 

System Identification

: Displays specification information for the control module installed in the vehicle, including Part Number, H/W, S/W, and other details.
 

OBD-II

:  OBD-II mode displays generic vehicle powertrain diagnostic data. The vehicle communication protocol is detected automatically when OBD-II mode is selected.
 

Digital Field Fix

: This function allows the technician to check the control module before repairing the vehicle and verify the operating status of vehicle components. Supported items vary depending on the selected vehicle. Verify the vehicle conditions and follow all applicable precautions.
 

Measurement

: This function uses the VMI measurement module to capture the actual 
waveforms of sensors and Actuators and uses the simulation function to 
diagnose the vehicle.
 

Recorded Data

: You can view data saved on the tablet PC and copy the driving data 
saved in the VCI II.