NHTSA ID Number: 10092088
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSBENG146
TSB/Document Date: 2017-02-17
Summary
TSB: ECM UPGRADE RIO, SOUL MIL ON WITH DTC(S) P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441 - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATED TO THE ECM SOFTWARE UPGRADE FOR SOME 2012~2013MY RIO (UB) AND SOME 2012~2013 SOUL (AM) VEHICLES WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE A MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED WITH THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE (ECM) SYSTEM-RELATED DTCS; P0456, P0461, P050A, P2188, P2192, P0128, P0326, P0441. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, THE ECM SHOULD BE REPROGRAMMED USING THE GDS DOWNLOAD AS DESCRIBED IN THIS BULLETIN. BEFORE PERFORMING THIS PROCEDURE, VERIFY THE VIN FALLS WITHIN THE PRODUCTION RANGES BY CONSULTING THE TABLE ON PAGE 10. FOR CONFIRMATION THAT THE LATEST REFLASH HAS BEEN DONE TO A VEHICLE YOU ARE WORKING ON, VERIFY ROM ID USING THE TABLES IN THIS TSB.
GROUP
ENG
MODEL
2012~2013MY
Rio (UB) w/1.6 GDi
2012MY~2013MY
Soul (AM) w/1.6 GDi
NUMBER
146
DATE
March 2015
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:
ECM UPGRADE – RIO, SOUL MIL ON WITH DTC(S)
P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441
This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade for some 2012~2013MY
Rio (UB) and some 2012~2013 Soul (AM) vehicles which may experience a malfunction
indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with the Electronic Control Module (ECM) system-related
DTCs; P0456, P0461, P050A, P2188, P2192, P0128, P0326, P0441. To correct this condition,
the ECM should be reprogrammed using the GDS download as described in this bulletin.
Before performing this procedure, verify the VIN falls within the production ranges by consulting
the table on page 10. For confirmation that the latest reflash has been done to a vehicle you are
working on, verify ROM ID using the tables in this TSB.
P0456: Evaporative Emission System-Leak detected (very small leak)
P0461: Fuel Level Sensor Circuit Range/Performance
P050A: Cold Start Idle Air Control System Performance
P2188: System too rich at idle (Bank 1)
P2192: System too rich at higher load (Bank 1)
P0128: Thermostat (Temp. below Thermostat Regulating Temp.)
P0326: Knock Sensor 1 Circuit Range/ Performance (Bank 1)
P0441: Evaporative Emission System Incorrect Purge Flow
NOTICE
DO NOT replace any parts related to the DTCs mentioned above unless proven to
be the cause for the DTC AFTER the reflash has been performed. First perform
the reflash as described in this bulletin, and verify that no DTC(s) will re-set.
Should a DTC 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 will be tested by KMA. Unnecessarily replaced parts
will be subject to chargeback.
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SUBJECT:
ECM UPGRADE – RIO, SOUL MIL ON WITH DTC(S)
P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441
ECM Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECM should be reprogrammed using the GDS
download, as described in this bulletin.
UPGRADE EVENT NAME
238.UB 1.6GDI KNOCKING IMPROVEMENT
239.AM 1.6GDI KNOCKING IMPROVEMENT
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 10 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.
TSB: ENG 146 Rio (UB), Soul (AM) March 2015
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ECM UPGRADE – RIO, SOUL MIL ON WITH DTC(S)
P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441
SUBJECT:
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLES :
Upgrade event #238 (UB)
MODEL
T/M
M/T
A/T
ISG
No (-)
No (-)
IMMO
No (-)
Yes (+)
PREVIOUS
NEW
39110 2BDL0
39110 2BDN0
GGUB BNU6ES00600
GGUB BNU6ES01600
GGUB BNU6ES02600
GGUB BNU6ES03600
GGUB BNU6ES0060A
GGUB BNU6ES016A0
GGUB DNU6ES00600
GGUB DNU6ES01600
GGUB DNU6ES02600
GGUB DNU6ES03600
GGUB DNU6ES04600
GGUB DNU6ES05600
GGUB DNU6ES06600
GGUB ENU6EF01600
39110 2BDM0
39110 2BDP0
GGUB BNU6FS00600
GGUB BNU6FS01600
GGUB BNU6FS02600
GGUB BNU6FS03600
GGUB BNU6FS0060A
GGUB BNU6FS016A0
GGUB DNU6FS00600
GGUB DNU6FS01600
GGUB DNU6FS02600
GGUB DNU6FS03600
GGUB DNU6FS04600
GGUB DNU6FS05600
GGUB DNU6FS06600
GGUB ENU6FF01600
39110 2BDL5
39110 2BDA7
GGUB BNU6PS00C00
GGUB BNU6PS01C00
GGUB BNU6PS02C00
GGUB BNU6PS03C00
GGUB BNU6PS04C00
GGUB BNU6PS00C0A
GGUB BNU6PS01CA0
GGUB DNU6PS00C00
GGUB DNU6PS01C00
GGUB DNU6PS02C00
GGUB DNU6PS03C00
GGUB DNU6PS04C00
GGUB DNU6PS05C00
GGUB DNU6PS06C00
GGUB ENU6PF01C00
39110 2BDM5
39110 2BDB7
GGUB BNU6QS00C00
GGUB BNU6QS01C00
GGUB BNU6QS02C00
GGUB BNU6QS03C00
GGUB BNU6QS04C00
GGUB BNU6QS00C0A
GGUB BNU6QS01CA0
GGUB DNU6QS00C00
GGUB DNU6QS01C00
GGUB DNU6QS02C00
GGUB DNU6QS03C00
GGUB DNU6QS04C00
GGUB DNU6QS05C00
GGUB DNU6QS06C00
GGUB ENU6QF01C00
UB 1.6
GDI
No (-)
No (-)
No (-)
Yes (+)
ROM ID
ECU P/NO
TSB: ENG 146 Rio (UB), Soul (AM) March 2015
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SUBJECT:
ECM UPGRADE – RIO, SOUL MIL ON WITH DTC(S)
P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441
Upgrade Event #238 (Cont’d):
Yes (+)
Yes (+)
Yes (+)
Yes (+)
No (-)
Yes (+)
No (-)
Yes (+)
39110 2BDL8
39110 2BDC7
GIUB BNU6PS00C00
GIUB BNU6PS01C00
GIUB BNU6PS02C00
GIUB BNU6PS03C00
GIUB BNU6PS04C00
GIUB BNU6PS00C0A
GIUB BNU6PS01CA0
GIUB BNU6PS02CA0
GIUB DNU6PS00C00
GIUB DNU6PS01C00
GIUB DNU6PS02C00
GIUB DNU6PS03C00
GIUB DNU6PS04C00
GIUB DNU6PS05C00
GIUB DNU6PS06C00
GIUB DNU6PS07C00
GIUB DNU6PS08C00
GIUB ENU6PF01C00
39110 2BDM8
39110 2BDD7
GIUB BNU6QS00C00
GIUB BNU6QS01C00
GIUB BNU6QS02C00
GIUB BNU6QS03C00
GIUB BNU6QS04C00
GIUB BNU6QS00C0A
GIUB BNU6QS01CA0
GIUB BNU6QS02CA0
GIUB DNU6QS00C00
GIUB DNU6QS01C00
GIUB DNU6QS02C00
GIUB DNU6QS03C00
GIUB DNU6QS04C00
GIUB DNU6QS05C00
GIUB DNU6QS06C00
GIUB DNU6QS07C00
GIUB DNU6QS08C00
GIUB ENU6QF01C00
39110 2BDE7
GIUB DNU6PSG0C00
GIUB DNU6PSG1C00
GIUB DNU6PSG2C00
GIUB DNU6PSG3C00
GIUB DNU6PSG4C00
GIUB DNU6PSG5C00
GIUB DNU6PSG6C00
GIUB DNU6PSG7C00
GIUB DNU6PSG8C00
GIUB DNU6PFG9C00
39110 2BDF7
GIUB DNU6QSG0C00
GIUB DNU6QSG1C00
GIUB DNU6QSG2C00
GIUB DNU6QSG3C00
GIUB DNU6QSG4C00
GIUB DNU6QSG5C00
GIUB DNU6QSG6C00
GIUB DNU6QSG7C00
GIUB DNU6QSG8C00
GIUB DNU6QFG9C00
TSB: ENG 146 Rio (UB), Soul (AM) March 2015
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ECM UPGRADE – RIO, SOUL MIL ON WITH DTC(S)
P0456/P0461/P050A/P2188/P2192/P0128/P0326/P0441
SUBJECT:
Upgrade event #239 (AM)
ROM ID
MODEL
T/M
M/T
IMMO
ISG
ECM P/N
No (-)
No (-)
39110 2BCG0
39110 2BCJ0
No (-)
Yes (+)
39110 2BCH0
39110 2BCK0
AM
1.6GDI
A/T
No (-)
No (-)
No (-)
Yes (+)
PREVIOUS
GGAM BNU6ES00600
GGAM BNU6ES01600
GGAM BNU6ES02600
GGAM BNU6ES03600
GGAM BNU6ES04600
GGAM BNU6ES05600
GGAM BNU6ES06600
GGAM BNU6ES07600
GGAM BNU6ES08600
GGAM DNU6ES00600
GGAM DNU6ES01600
GGAM DNU6ES02600
GGAM DNU6ES03600
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