PS576

SUBJECT:
GROUP
Electrical
MODEL
2019MY
Forte (BDm)
NUMBER
PS576
DATE
August 2018
BATTERY DEALER / CUSTOMER MODE SWITCH
This Pitstop provides information regarding a new interface related to the electronic Dealer /
Customer Mode Switch setting on the new Forte (BDm).
 To activate “Customer Mode” for a PDI, hold the “OK” button on the steering wheel for
three (3) seconds.
If the vehicle is in dealer inventory for more than thirty (30) days, be sure to switch the vehicle
from Customer Mode to Dealer Mode. Note: “Shipping Mode” will display on the cluster.
 To switch back to “Dealer Mode” after PDI (for storage), perform the procedure below using
a KDS.
NOTE: These functions (if equipped) are disabled in Dealer Mode:
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Automatic Welcome Lights
Key Barrel Lights
Automatic Interior Lights
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1.
With the engine OFF and ignition
confirm VCI-II communication
configure vehicle (AUTO VIN) and
at the KDS home screen, select
Management.
2.
Select Integrated Central Control Unit
→ User Option.
Smart Key Detection Pulse Frequency
decreased
Parasitic decreased by ~50% (11mA to 7mA)
ON,
and
then
S/W
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3.
Select OK to continue.
4.
Check the box for “Quiescent Current
Control” and select “Dealer Mode” from
the menu below.
 NOTICE
Customer Mode: Used for PDI
and delivery to customer.
Dealer Mode: Used while in
dealer inventory. Dealer Mode
can only be selected within 372
miles (600 km). After 372 miles,
the vehicle will automatically
switch to Customer Mode.
Factory Mode: Used only at
manufacturing plant.
5.
Select OK to complete the procedure.
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