NHTSA ID Number: 10092090
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSBENG131R1
TSB/Document Date: 2017-02-17
Summary
TSB: ECM UPGRADE KNOCK IMPROVEMENT - TSB-ENG131 IS CLOSED. REFER TO TSB-ENG146
GROUP
Engine
NUMBER
131 (REV 1, 11/06/2014)
MODEL
2012-2013MY
Rio 1.6L GDI (UB)
DATE
April 2013
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:
ECM UPGRADE – KNOCK IMPROVEMENT
NOTICE
This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised
sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.
This bulletin provides information related to an ECM software upgrade for all 2012-2013MY Rio
(UB) 1.6L vehicles which may exhibit a knocking or pinging concern under moderate or heavy
acceleration, especially while driving on an inclined road. 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 7. 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.
Global Diagnostic
System (GDS)
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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ECM UPGRADE – KNOCK IMPROVEMENT
SUBJECT:
ECM Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the PCM should be reprogrammed using the GDS
download as described in this bulletin.
UPGRADE EVENT NAME
203.UB 1.6 GDI KNOCK IMPROVEMENT (VER. 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 v
chargeback.
TSB: ENG 131 (REV 1) Rio (UB) April 2013
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ECM UPGRADE – KNOCK IMPROVEMENT
SUBJECT:
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLES :
Upgrade event #203
ROM ID
MODEL
TRANS
ISG
Yes (+)
A/T
No (-)
ECM P/N
39110-2BDM5
39110-2BDM6
39110-2BDB7
39110-2BDL5
39110-2BDL6
39110-2BDA7
Rio (UB)
1.6 GDI
Yes (+)
No (-)
39110-2BDM8
39110-2BDM9
39110-2BDD7
39110-2BDL8
39110-2BDL9
39110-2BDC
PREVIOUS
NEW
GGUB-BNU6QS00C00
GGUB-BNU6QS01C00
GGUB-BNU6QS02C00
GGUB-BNU6QS03C00
GGUB-BNU6QS04C00
GGUB-BNU6QS00C0A
GGUB-BNU6QS01CA0
GGUB-DNU6QS00C00
GGUB-DNU6QS01C00
GGUB-DNU6QS02C00
GGUB-DNU6QS03C00
GGUB-DNU6QF03C00
GGUB-DNU6QS04C00
GGUB-DNU6QS05C00
GGUB-DNU6QF05C00
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
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-DNU6QF04C00
GIUB-DNU6QS05C00
GIUB-DNU6QS06C00
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
GGUB-DNU6PF05C00
GIUB-DNU6QF06C00
GIUB-DNU6PF06C00
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ECM UPGRADE – KNOCK IMPROVEMENT
SUBJECT:
Yes (+)
39110-2BDF7
No (-)
39110-2BDE7
Yes (+)
GIUB-DNU6QFG6C00
GIUB-DNU6PFG6C00
39110-2BDM0
39110-2BDP0
GGUB-BNU6FS00600
GGUB-BNU6FS01600
GGUB-BNU6FS02600
GGUB-BNU6FS03600
GGUB-BNU6FS04600
GGUB-BNU6FS0060A
GGUB-BNU6FS016A0
GGUB-DNU6FS00600
GGUB-DNU6FS01600
GGUB-DNU6FS02600
GGUB-DNU6FS03600
GGUB-DNU6FS04600
GGUB-DNU6FS05600
GGUB-DNU6FS06600
GGUB-DNU6FF06600
39110-2BDL0
39110-2BDL6
39110-2BDA7
GGUB-BNU6ES00600
GGUB-BNU6ES01600
GGUB-BNU6ES02600
GGUB-BNU6ES03600
GGUB-BNU6ES04600
GGUB-BNU6ES0060A
GGUB-BNU6ES016A0
GGUB-DNU6ES00600
GGUB-DNU6ES01600
GGUB-DNU6ES02600
GGUB-DNU6ES03600
GGUB-DNU6ES04600
GGUB-DNU6ES05600
GGUB-DNU6ES06600
GGUB-DNU6EF06600
M/T
No (-)
GIUB-DNU6QSG0C00
GIUB-DNU6QSG1C00
GIUB-DNU6QSG2C00
GIUB-DNU6QSG3C00
GIUB-DNU6QSG4C00
GIUB-DNU6QFG4C00
GIUB-DNU6QSG5C00
GIUB-DNU6QSG6C00
GIUB-DNU6PSG0C00
GIUB-DNU6PSG1C00
GIUB-DNU6PSG2C00
GIUB-DNU6PSG3C00
GIUB-DNU6PSG4C00
GIUB-DNU6PSG5C00
GIUB-DNU6PSG6C00
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 power supply cable to the GDS tool.
NOTICE
If attempting to perform the ECM upgrade with the power supply cable
disconnected from the GDS, 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.
TSB: ENG 131 (REV 1) Rio (UB) April 2013
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SUBJECT:
2.
ECM UPGRADE – KNOCK IMPROVEMENT
Connect the USB cable between the VCI and the GDS tool.
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 tool. Access the GDS vehicle
identification number (VIN) screen and configure the vehicle using the VIN AUTO
DETECT Function.
6.
Select ENGINE system and click OK.
Display screen above is for only demonstration purposes and will vary depending on model.
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ECM UPGRADE – KNOCK IMPROVEMENT
SUBJECT:
7.
Once back at the GDS Main Screen, select ECU Upgrade from the bottom right-hand
corner. Next select Auto Mode, and then Engine. Perform the ECM upgrade in
accordance with normal GDS tool ECM upgrade procedures.
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.
MANUAL MODE ECM UPGRADE PASSWORDS:
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.
Upgrade event #203 Rio (UB)
MY
TRANS
MENU
PASSWORD
UB -ISG 39110-2BDM5/DM6/DB7
1027
UB -ISG 39110-2BDL5/DL6/DA7
1028
UB +ISG 39110-2BDM8/DM9/DD7
1029
UB +ISG 39110-2BDL8/DL9/DC7
1030
UB +ISG 39110-2BDF7
1031
UB +ISG 39110-2BDE7
1032
A/T
UB1.6 GDI
12~13MY
UB 1.6GDI MT +IMMO : 39110-2BDM0/DP0
1020
UB 1.6GDI MT -IMMO : 39110-2BDL0/DL6/DA7
1033
M/T
TSB: ENG 131 (REV 1) Rio (UB) April 2013
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ECM UPGRADE – KNOCK IMPROVEMENT
SUBJECT:
8.
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.
9.
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.
10.
Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle.
AFFECTED VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Rio (UB)
2012~2013MY
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:
Claim
Type
Causal P/N
Qty
N
Code
C
Code
Repair
Description
Labor Op
Code
Time
Related
Parts
Qty
W
39110 2BDM5
0
N69
C40
(ENG131)
ECM
Upgrade
39110F6H
0.2
M/H
N/A
0
TSB: ENG 131 (REV 1) Rio (UB) April 2013
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