GROUP

MODEL

FUE

2014MY Forte (YD)
wfl.OL GDI

NUMBER

DATE

027

October 2013

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:

ECM UPGRADE -MIL ON WITH OTC P046 l

Ths bulletin provides infonnation related to an ECM software upgrade for 2014MY Forte (YD)
vehicles wth 2.0L GDI engine, produced from January 31 , 201 3 to September 26, 2013, which
may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated Vvith the Electron c Control
Module (ECM) system-related OTC P0461 . To correct ths condition, the ECM should be
reprogrammed using the GOS do'M"lload, as described in ths bulletin. For confinnation that the
latest reflash has been done to a vehcle you are 'M:>rking on, verify ROM ID using the tables in
ths TSB.
OTC - P0461 : Fuel Level Sensor Ci rel.it Range/Perfonnance

*NOTICE
DO NOT replace any parts related to the DTCs mentioned above unless proven to
be the cause for the OTC AFTER the reflash has been performed. First perform
the reflash as described In this bulletln, and verify that no DTC(s) wlll re-set.
Should a OTC re-set after the reflash, diagnose according to KGIS. Parts
replacement In conjunction with this TSB may be subject to Mandatory Parts
Return and returned parts wlll be tested by KMA. Unnecessarily replaced parts
wlll be subject to chargeback.
Fiie Under:
Circulate To:

[E] General Manager

IBJ Service Advlsor(s)

IBJ Technlclan(s)

[8] Service Manager

IBJ Parts Manager

1:8:1 Body Shop Manager 1:8:1 Fleet Repair

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ECM Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECM should be reprogrammed using the GOS
do'Mlload as described in this bulletin.
UPGRADE EVENT NAME
218.YD DTC(P0461) LOGIC IMPRO\IEMENT(ECU)

*NOTICE
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A fully charged battery Is necessary before ECM upgrade can take place. It Is
recommended that the Mldtronlcs GRS-1299 system be used In ECM mode during
charging. DO NOT connect any other battery charger to the vehicle during ECM
upgrade.
All ECM upgrades must be done Vlllth the Ignition key In the 'ON' position .
Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or GOS during the
ECM upgrade procedure.
DO NOT start the engine during ECM upgrade.
DO NOT turn the Ignition key 'OFF' or Interrupt the power supply during ECM
upgrade.
When the ECM upgrade Is completed, turn the Ignition 'OFF' and wait 20 seconds
before starting the engine.
ONLY use approved ECM upgrade software designated for the correct model, year.

& CAUTION
Before attem ptlng an ECM upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to first determine
whether the particular model Is equipped with an lmmoblllzer security system.
Fallure to follow proper procedures may cause the PCM to become Inoperative after
the upgrade and any claims associated with this repair may be subject to
chargeback. ~

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ROM ID INFORMATION TABLES :
Upgrade event #218 (YD)
ROM()
MODEL

TIM

IMMO

ECM PIN
PREVIOUS

NEW

39131-2 EYBO
39131-2 EYB2

GGYD- DN UAQS02COO
GGYD-DNUAQS03COO
GGYD-DNUAQS04COO

GGYD-DNUAQS06COO

39133- 2EYBO
39133-2EYB2

GGYD-DNUAPS02COO
GGYD-DNUAPS03COO
GGYD-DNUAPS04COO

GGYD-DNUAPS06COO

~

3913~2EYBO

GGYD-DNUAFS02600
GGYD-DNUAFS03600
GGYD-DNUAFS04600

GGYD-DNUAFS06600

No (-)

39137-2EYBO

GGYD-D NUAES02600
GGYD-DNUAES03600
GGYD-DNUAES04600

GGYD-DNUAES0660 0

Yes {+)

~
A.IT
No (-)
YD 2.0
14MY
Yes {+)

MIT

To verify the vehicle Is affected, be sure to check the Calibration Identification of the
vehicle's ECM ROM ID and reference the Information Table as necessary.

1.

Connect the po'Ner supply cable to the GOS tool.

*NOTICE
If attempting to perform the ECM upgrade with the power supply cable
disconnected from the GOS tool, be sure to check that the GOS tool Is fully
charged before ECM upgrade. If the GOS tool Is not fully charged, fallure to
perform the ECM upgrade may occur. Therefore, It Is strongly recommended
thatthe power supply connector be connected to the GOS tool.

2.

Connect the USB cable bet'Neenthe VCland the GOS tool.

*NOTICE
When performing the ECM upgrade using the GOS tool, wireless
communication between the VCI and GOS tool ls not available. Therefore, be
sure to connect the USB cable between the VCI and the GOS tool.

3.

Connect the Main 16-pin OLC cable (GHOM - 241000) to the VCI.

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4.

Connect the Main 16-pin DLC cable
(GHOM - 241000) to the OB0-11
connector, located under the driver's
side of the instrument panel.

5.

With the ignition key ON, tum ON the VCI and GOS. Access the GOS vehicle identification
number (VIN) screen and configure the ve h cle using the VIN AUTO DETECT Function.

6.

Select ENGINE system and click OK.

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Group

Symptom

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7.

Cancel

Select ECU Upgrade from the bottom right-hand corner. Next select Auto Mode , and then
Engine. Perform the ECM upgrade in accordance wth normal GOS ECM upgrade
procedures.
!SB

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8.

When the GOS tool reports t hat the ECM upgrade has been successfully completed, click
OK, tum OFF the ignition key, and vvait at least 10 seconds before attempting to start the
engine.

9.

Check if any incidental Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC(s) have been created by the
upgrade process; clear any DTC(s) that may be present.

10. Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehcle.

& CAUTION
Before attempting an ECM upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to flrst determine
whether the particular model Is equipped with an lmmoblllzer security system .
Fallure to follow proper procedures may cause the PCM to become Inoperative after
the upgrade and any clalms associated with this repair may be subject to
chargeback. ~

*NOTICE
Do NOT attempt to perform a Manual Mode upgrade unless Auto Mode falls. Always
follow the Instructions given on the GOS tool In either Auto or Manual mode. See
table for Manual Mode passwords.

• MANUAL MODE ECM UPGRADE PASSWORDS:

• Do NOT perform Manual Mode ECM upgrade unless Auto Mode fails.

Upgrade event #218 Forte (YD)

MY

MENU

PASSWORD

YD 2.0 GDIAT+tJMO/SMK : 39131· 2EYBO/B2
YD 2.0
14MY

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3322

YD 2.0 GDI AT ·MMO : 39133-2EYBO/B2
YD 2.0 GDIMT+MMO/SMK : 39135· 2EYBO
YD 2.0 GD I MT · MMO : 39137-2EYBO

3122

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3520
3720

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UPGRADE - MIL ON WITH OTC P046 l
1.

Withn the ECM Upgrade screen, select Manual Mode in the left column, select Engine
and then select Upgrade Event 218. Select the appropriate control uri t part number by
referring to the ROM ID lnfonnation Table on Page 3 and click OK .

2.

Enter the appropriate passvvord from the table on Page 5 , and click OK .

3.

Upgrade 'Mii begin and the progress of the upgrade 'Mii appear on the bar graph.

4.

Followng the glidelines displayed on the screen during upgrade procedure, cycle the
igrition OFF+-+ ON for ten (10) seconds.

5.

Check if any incidental Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC(s) have been created by the
upgrade process ; clear any DTC(s) that may be present.

6.

Start the engine to confinn proper operation of the veticle.

AFFECTED VEHIC LE PRO D UCTION RA NGE :
Model

MY

Production Date Range

Forte (YD)

2014

From January 31 , 2013 to September 26, 2013

WAR RANTY CLA IM INFORM ATION:
Claim
Type

Causal PIN

Qty

w

39131 2EYBO

0

N

c

Code

Code

N69

C40

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Repair
Description

Labor Op
Code

(FUE 027)
ECM
Upgrade

39110F8D

Time

0.3

M1H

Related
Parts

Q:y

N/A

0