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2021 HYUNDAI KONA N

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Dead battery / stuck in Park? Emergency neutral procedure for this Kona N
Every control module on the 2021-2026 Hyundai Kona N — where it lives, replacement time, and what it takes to program a replacement. Modules marked dealer / factory tool won't work after a part swap alone — budget for programming.
Transmission Control Unit (TCU)3.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with 8-speed DCT transmission, under vehicle center tunnel
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel MaxiSys Elite/Ultra
⚠️ N-specific DCT calibration with NGS mode; requires transmission removal for access; adaptive learning reset mandatory
Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning Control Module (HVAC)2.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind center dashboard, above transmission tunnel
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ Auto-climate control; actuator relearn required after installation
Motor Driven Power Steering Control Module (MDPS)2.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Integrated with steering column assembly, below instrument panel
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel MaxiSys Elite/Ultra
⚠️ N-specific steering modes (Comfort/Sport/Sport+); steering angle sensor calibration mandatory
Central Gateway Module (CGW)1.5 hr R&Rsecurity gateway +1.0 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind lower center console, integrated with BCM area
🔧 Hyundai GDS with security PIN
⚠️ Security gateway active 2022+; requires online PIN from Hyundai server; controls CAN bus routing
Active Exhaust Control Module (AEC)1.5 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear undercarriage, near exhaust valves
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ N-specific variable exhaust valves; actuator relearn required after replacement
Body Control Module (BCM)1.5 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.7 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind lower center console, above transmission tunnel
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel MaxiSys Elite/Ultra
⚠️ VIN writing and option coding required; controls N-specific lighting modes
Passenger Door Module (PDM)1.2 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Inside passenger door, behind door panel
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ Window auto-up/down relearn required
Engine Control Unit (ECU)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, driver side firewall near brake booster
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel MaxiSys Elite/Ultra
⚠️ 2.0L turbo N-specific calibration; VIN registration and immobilizer sync required; security gateway PIN needed 2022+
Telematics Control Unit (TCU)1.2 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.6 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind headliner, above rearview mirror area
🔧 Hyundai GDS
⚠️ Blue Link services; requires dealer activation and subscription sync
Audio Video Navigation Head Unit (AVN)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center dashboard, top of center stack
🔧 Hyundai GDS
⚠️ 10.25-inch touchscreen; VIN registration and vehicle configuration required; N-specific performance menus
Smart Trunk Control Module (STCM)1.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear liftgate, driver side hinge area
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ Smart power liftgate; height memory relearn required
Electronic Stability Control Module (ESC)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Engine bay, driver side near ABS hydraulic unit
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel MaxiSys Elite/Ultra
⚠️ N-specific ESC Sport/Off modes; steering angle sensor calibration required after replacement
Adaptive Front Lighting System Module (AFLS)1.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.2 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind each headlight assembly (two modules)
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ LED headlights with adaptive function; auto-leveling calibration required
Smart Key Control Module (SKCM)1.0 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.8 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind lower center console, near BCM
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel MaxiIM IM608
⚠️ Smart key programming and immobilizer sync required; all keys must be present for programming
Electronic Control Suspension Module (ECS)1.0 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, passenger side trim panel
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ N-specific adaptive dampers (N/Sport/Sport+); ride height sensor calibration required
Blind Spot Detection Module (BSD)0.9 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear bumper, driver and passenger side corners (two modules)
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ Sold as left/right pair; calibration drive cycle required after replacement
Parking Assist System Module (PAS)0.8 hr R&Rrelearn only +0.3 hr▸ programming details
📍 Rear cargo area, driver side trim panel
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel
⚠️ Sensor calibration required after replacement
Supplemental Restraint System Control Module (SRS)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.4 hr▸ programming details
📍 Center console, below shifter assembly
🔧 Hyundai GDS or Autel MaxiSys Elite/Ultra
⚠️ VIN registration required; crash data must be cleared separately if applicable
Forward Camera Module (FCM)0.8 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.7 hr▸ programming details
📍 Behind rearview mirror, upper windshield center
🔧 Hyundai GDS with ADAS calibration
⚠️ Lane Keep Assist and Traffic Sign Recognition; static or dynamic calibration required; windshield replacement requires recalibration
Instrument Cluster (IPC)0.7 hr R&Rdealer / factory tool +0.5 hr▸ programming details
📍 Instrument panel, behind steering wheel
🔧 Hyundai GDS
⚠️ 10.25-inch digital cluster; VIN and mileage programming required; N-specific displays and performance pages
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