NHTSA ID Number: 10080087
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB-CHA-060
TSB/Document Date: 2016-09-14
Summary
TSB: ECM UPGRADE - STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE MDPS ECU SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR SOME 2011 ~ 2014MY OPTIMA (TF/QF) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JOB #1 THROUGH JULY 27, 2014, WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE A NOTCHY FEEL IN THE STEERING WHEEL. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, THE VEHICLE SHOULD BE EVALUATED USING THE MDPS EFFORT MEASUREMENT S/W, DETAILED IN THE ATTACHED REPAIR PROCEDURE, TO DETERMINE WHETHER AN IMPROVED STEERING LOGIC SHOULD BE INSTALLED IN THE MDPS ECU, OR IF AN MDPS COLUMN REPLACEMENT IS REQUIRED. TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE UPDATED MDPS ECU REFLASH APPLIES TO A VEHICLE YOU ARE WORKING ON, OR WHETHER IT HAS ALREADY BEEN PERFORMED, VERIFY ROM ID USING THE TABLES IN THIS TSB.
GROUP
CHA
MODEL
2011~2014MY
Optima (TF/QF)
NUMBER
060
DATE
January 2016
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:
ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
This bulletin provides information related to the MDPS ECU software upgrade for some 2011 ~
2014MY Optima (TF/QF) vehicles, produced from Job #1 through July 27, 2014, which may
experience a notchy feel in the steering wheel. To correct this condition, the vehicle should be
evaluated using the MDPS Effort Measurement S/W, detailed in the attached repair procedure, to
determine whether an improved steering logic should be installed in the MDPS ECU, or if an
MDPS column replacement is required. To determine whether the updated MDPS ECU reflash
applies to a vehicle you are working on, or whether it has already been performed, verify ROM ID
using the tables in this TSB.
Global Diagnostic System (GDS)
Kia
Diagnostic System (KDS)
File Under:
Circulate To:
x General Manager
x Service Advisor(s)
x Service Manager
x Parts Manager
x Technician(s)
x Body Shop Manager Fleet Repair
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SUBJECT:
ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
Service Procedure:
1.
Open the driver‟s door and remove the
top bolt from the universal joint. NOTE:
place a mark across the universal
joint to make reinstallation easier.
Tightening torque:
21.7 ~ 25.7lb-ft (29.4 ~ 34.3Nm)
CAUTION
After disconnecting the universal
joint, do NOT turn the steering
wheel more than 270° to prevent
damage to the clock spring.
2.
Prior to starting the steering effort
measurement test (Pg. 3), position the
steering wheel slightly to the right, as
shown, with the Steering Angle Sensor
(SAS) in the positive range. NOTE:
attempting to start the steering effort
test with the SAS in the negative range
will trigger an error message and
prevent the test from running.
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SUBJECT:
ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
Steering Effort Measurement Procedure:
1.
Connect the USB cable between the VCI
and the GDS.
2.
Select Inspection/Test.
3.
Select the vehicle information and click OK.
4.
Select EPS and click OK.
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5.
Select MDPS Effort Measurement.
6.
Verify the customer‟s complaint matches the
information on the screen and click OK.
7.
Confirm all test conditions have been
performed and click OK.
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SUBJECT:
8.
ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
Perform the steering effort measurement
test by rotating the steering wheel, slowly, at
a speed of 5 Deg/Sec. Repeat the steering
effort measurement test a total of nine (9)
times.
NOTICE
If the five (5) Deg/Sec. rotation speed is
exceeded, GDS will display the screen
shown below.
9.
After performing the steering effort
measurement test succesfully, GDS will
display a result and will provide the
appropriate course of action. Click OK to
continue.
10.
Refer to the table below for the correct
course of action after the „Test Completed‟
screen is displayed. NOTE: hit the
‘Capture Report’ button to save the
report for future reference.
Item
Max. Effort
0 ~ 1.5 lb-ft
(0 ~ 2.0 Nm)
Steering
Effort
Value
Remedy
No further
action is
required
Proceed to
N/A
1.5 ~ 3.3 lb-ft
(2.0 ~ 4.5 Nm)
ECU
Upgrade
Page 8
3.3 lb-ft (4.5Nm)
or higher
Replace
MDPS
Page 11
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ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
ECM Upgrade Procedure:
UPGRADE EVENT NAME
258.QF EPS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT 2
NOTICE
A fully charged battery is necessary before ECM upgrade can take place. It is
recommended that the Midtronics GR8 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 with the ignition key in the ‘ON’ position.
Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or GDS 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 attempting an ECM upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to first determine
whether the particular model is equipped with an immobilizer security system.
Failure 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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ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLES :
Upgrade event #258
MODEL
2011~2013MY
Optima (QF)
2014MY
Optima (QF)
SYS
EPS
EPS
ECM P/NO
ROM ID
PREVIOUS
NEW
56300 2T200
56300 2T210
56300 2T220
56300 2T300
56300 2T320
56300 2T450
56300 2T270
56300 2T280
56300 2T201
56300 2T211
56300 2T221
56300 2T301
56300 2T321
56300 2T451
56300 2T410
56300 2T510
56300 2T271
56300 2T281
56300 2T551
56300 2T571
4TFA0911
4TFB1001
4TFC1002
4TFD1003
4TFF1004
4TFF1005
4TFG1007
4TFH1009
4TFJ1009
4TFK1103
4TFL1104
4TFM1104
4TFN1105
4TFO1106
4TFP1107
4TFP1108
4TFQ1109
4TFR1110
4TFS1110
4TFT1111
4TFU1112
4TFW1112
4TFX1202
4TFY1204
4TFZ1212
4TFZ1505
56300 2T305
56300 2T325
56300 2T455
56300 2T415
56300 2T515
56300 2T275
56300 2T285
4TFDA211
4TFDB302
4TFDC304
4TFDD305
4TFDE305
4TFDF306
4TFDG307
4TFDH309
4TFDJ309
4TFDK406
4TFDL505
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.
NOTICE
If performing this TSB using KDS, refer to TSB SST 037 for detailed information.
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ECM Upgrade Procedure:
1.
Connect the power supply cable to the GDS.
NOTICE
If attempting to perform the ECM upgrade with the power supply cable
disconnected from the GDS tool, be sure to check that the GDS is fully charged
before ECM upgrade. If the GDS is not fully charged, failure to perform the ECM
upgrade may occur. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that the power supply
connector be connected to the GDS.
2.
Connect the USB cable between the VCI and the GDS.
NOTICE
When performing the ECM upgrade using the GDS, wireless communication
between the VCI and GDS is not available. Therefore, be sure to connect the USB
cable between the VCI and the GDS.
3.
Connect the Main 16-pin DLC cable (GHDM – 241000) to the VCI.
4.
Connect the Main 16-pin DLC cable
(GHDM – 241000) to the OBD-II
connector, located under the driver's side
of the instrument panel.
5.
With the ignition key ON, turn ON the VCI and GDS. Access the GDS vehicle
identification number (VIN) screen and configure the vehicle using the VIN AUTO
DETECT Function.
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SUBJECT:
6.
ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
Once back at the GDS Main Screen, select ECU Upgrade from the bottom right-hand
corner. Next select Auto Mode, and then EPS. Perform the ECM upgrade in accordance
with normal GDS ECM upgrade procedures.
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ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
SUBJECT:
CAUTION
Before attempting an ECM upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to first determine
whether the particular model is equipped with an immobilizer security system.
Failure 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.
NOTICE
Do NOT attempt to perform a Manual Mode upgrade unless Auto Mode fails. Always
follow the instructions given on the GDS in either Auto or Manual mode. See table
for Manual Mode passwords.
* Do NOT perform Manual Mode ECM upgrade unless Auto Mode fails.
* MANUAL MODE ECM UPGRADE PASSWORDS:
Upgrade event #258 (QF)
Model
Menu
Password
2011~2013MY QF
QF EPS : 56300-2T200~81/300~21/410~51/510~71
2571
2014MY QF
QF FL EPS : 56300-2T305/325/455/415/515/275/285
2285
7.
When the GDS reports that the ECM upgrade has been successfully completed, click
OK, turn OFF the ignition key, and wait at least 10 seconds before attempting to start the
engine.
8.
Check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes using the GDS and erase any DTCs stored such as
EPS, ESC, and TPMS. Due to CAN BUS multiple DTCs maybe set during
reprogramming.
9.
Reinstall the universal joint and secure in place using the original bolt.
NOTICE
Be sure to use alignment mark made in step 1 to align the universal joint with the
pinion.
10.
Start the engine and confirm proper operation of the vehicle.
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ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
MDPS Replacement Procedure:
1.
Remove the MDPS assembly by
referring to “Steering System →
Electric Power Steering → Steering
Column and Shaft → Repair
procedures” chapter in the applicable
Workshop Manual.
NOTICE
Do NOT perform the reflash
procedure on the replacement
MPDS unit.
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ECM UPGRADE – STEERING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
AFFECTED VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Optima (QF)
From Job#1 through July 27, 2014
RELATED PARTS:
Part Name
Part
MDPS ASSEMBLY
Number
Figure
56310 2T305
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:
Claim
Type
W
Causal P/N
56310 2T305
Qty.
0
N
Code
C
Code
I3T
NOTE: only one Op Code can be claimed.
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ZZ3
Repair
Description
Labor Op
Code
Time
(CHA 060)
MDPS
Inspection
56300F14
0.4
M/H
(CHA 060)
MDPS
Inspection
and ECU
Upgrade
56300F12
0.5
M/H
(CHA 060)
MDPS
Inspection
and MDPS
Replace
56300F13
1.3
M/H
Related
Parts
Qty.
N/A
0
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