GROUP
Emissions Recall
Campaign
NUMBER
SC150 (Rev 1, 1/22/2018)

MODEL
2014-2016MY
Forte (YD) 1.8L
SULEV
DATE
January 2018

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN
SUBJECT:

ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

 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 updating the software programming (calibration) of
the Engine Control Unit (ECU) on some 2014-2016MY Forte (YD) vehicles, equipped with the
1.8L Nu MPI SULEV engine and produced from January 31, 2013 through March 23, 2016.
These vehicles may exhibit an issue with carbon monoxide control that could cause the vehicle
to release air pollutants which exceed California Air Resources Board (CARB) emissions
standards. To correct this condition, Kia is requesting the completion of this Voluntary
Emissions Recall Campaign on all affected vehicles. Before conducting the procedure, verify
the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs. For confirmation that the latest reflash has
been applied to the vehicle you are servicing, verify the ROM ID using the table on page 2 of
this bulletin.

Kia Diagnostic System (KDS)

 NOTICE
To assure complete customer satisfaction, always remember to refer to WebDCS
Warranty Coverage (validation) Inquiry Screen (Service → Warranty Coverage →
Warranty Coverage Inquiry) for a list of any additional campaigns that may need to be
performed on the vehicle before returning it to the customer.
File Under:
Circulate To:

X General Manager


X Service Advisors


X Technicians


X Service Manager


X Parts Manager


X Body Shop Manager  Fleet Repair


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ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

SUBJECT:

ECU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
ECU Upgrade function, as described in this bulletin.
Upgrade Event Name
342.YD 1.8MPI FUEL VOLUME CONTROL LOGIC IMPROVEMENT

 NOTICE
 A fully charged battery is necessary before ECU upgrade can take place. It is
recommended that the Midtronics GR8-1299 system be used in ECU mode during
charging. DO NOT connect any other battery charger to the vehicle during ECU
upgrade.
 All ECU upgrades must be done with the ignition key in the ‘ON’ position.
 Be careful not to disconnect the VCI-II connected to the vehicle during the ECU
upgrade procedure.
 DO NOT start the engine during ECU upgrade.
 DO NOT turn the ignition key ‘OFF’ or interrupt the power supply during ECU upgrade.
 When the ECU upgrade is completed, turn the ignition ‘OFF’ and wait 10 seconds
before starting the engine.
 ONLY use approved ECU upgrade software designated for the correct model, year.

 NOTICE
Before attempting an ECU 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.

ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE:
Upgrade Event 342 (YD)
Model

EM

TM

IMMO

ECU P/No.

39103-2EXA0
14MY
Forte (YD)
1.8L MPI
SULEV

6AT

No

15MY
Forte (YD)

39103-2EXJ0

39103-2EXA1
39103-2EXA5

ROM ID
Previous
YD4SP1NS2E3A
YD4SP1NS2E3B
YD4SP1NS2E3C
YD4SP1NS2E3D
YD4SP1NF2H3A
YD4SP1NF2H3B
YD4SP1JS2E3A
YD4SP1JS2E3B
YP4SP1JS2E3C
YP4SP1JS2E3D
YD4SP1JF2H3A
YD4SP1JF2H3B
YD5SP1NS2G3A
YD5SP1NS2H3A
YD5SP1NS2H3B

New

YD4SP1NF2H3C

YD4SP1JF2H3C

YD5SP1NF2H3B

16MY
39103-2EXA2
YD6SP1NS2H3A
YD6SP1NF2H3A
Forte (YD)
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.

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ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

SUBJECT:

 NOTICE
Prior to performing the ECU upgrade, be sure to check that the KDS is fully charged.
1.

Connect the VCI-II to the OBD-II
connector, located under the driver’s side
of the instrument panel.

 NOTICE
The ECU upgrade function on
KDS is operating wirelessly. It is
not necessary to perform the
upgrade via USB cable.

2.

With the ignition ON, turn ON the KDS
tablet. Select KDS from the home
screen.

3.

Confirm communication with VCI (A) and
then configure the vehicle (B) using the
AUTO VIN (C) feature.

B
A

C
4.

Select ECU Upgrade.

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SUBJECT:

5.

ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

The KDS will check the server for
recently uploaded Events and then
automatically download Upgrade Event
#342.

 NOTICE
The vehicle must be identified in
Vehicle Selection to download
an Event for that vehicle.

6.

KDS
screenshot
shown
above is for
demonstration purposes only. Events shown in
screenshot are not applicable to this bulletin.

Select Auto Mode.

 NOTICE
Do NOT attempt to perform a
Manual Mode upgrade UNLESS
Auto Mode fails. Always follow
the instructions given on the
KDS in either Auto or Manual
mode.
7.

Select the Engine system under the
System selection menu.

D

Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the
latest update is available.
Select Upgrade Event #342 and select
Upgrade to continue.

8.

The ECU upgrade will begin and the
progress of the upgrade will appear on
the bar graph. Upgrade part (1/2) (E) will
download the upgrade event to the VCIII. Upgrade part (2/2) (F) will upgrade the
ECU.

 NOTICE
Do not touch the system
buttons (like ‘Back’, ‘Home’,
‘etc.’) while performing ECU
Upgrade.
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E

F

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SUBJECT:

9.

ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

If a “Communication Fail” screen
appears, verify that the VCI-II and KDS
are communicating properly. Touch OK
and restart the procedure from step 4.

 NOTICE
If an error notice continues to
appear or if the upgrade cannot
be performed, contact Techline
or GIT America Help Desk.
10. When instructed on the KDS, turn the
ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then
back on. Touch OK to continue.

11. Once the upgrade is complete, touch OK
to finalize the procedure.

12. When prompted, select YES to check for
Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and
erase any DTCs stored such as EPS,
ESC, and TPMS that may have been set
during the upgrade.

13. Start the engine to confirm proper
operation of the vehicle.
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LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

SUBJECT:

Manual Upgrade Procedure:

 NOTICE
The manual upgrade should ONLY be performed if the automatic upgrade fails.
If the automatic upgrade fails, turn the ignition OFF for about 10 seconds then place
it back in the ON position to reset the control unit BEFORE performing manual
upgrade.
See table below for Manual Mode passwords.

Manual Mode ECU Upgrade Passwords
Menu
YD Nu 1.8MPI SULEV -IMMO : 39103-2EXA0
YD Nu 1.8MPI SULEV -IMMO : 39103-2EXJ0
YD Nu 1.8MPI SULEV -IMMO : 39103-2EXA1/A5
YD Nu 1.8MPI SULEV -IMMO : 39103-2EXA2

Password
0320
0321
3215
0322

1.

Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode.

2.

Select the Engine system under the system selection menu. Select Upgrade Event #342
and select Upgrade to continue.

3.

Select the appropriate control unit part number with reference to the ROM ID Information
Table on page 2, and select OK.

4.

Enter the appropriate password from the Manual Mode password table above and select
OK.

5.

The upgrade will begin and the progress of the upgrade will appear on the bar graph.

6.

When instructed on the KDS, turn the ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then back on.
Touch OK to continue.

7.

Once the upgrade is complete, touch OK to finalize the procedure.

8.

When prompted, select YES to check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and erase any
DTCs stored such as EPS, ESC, and TPMS that may have been set during the upgrade.

9.

Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle.

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SUBJECT:

ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

For California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey,
New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington:
VEHICLE EMISSION RECALL - PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD
A Vehicle Emission Recall - Proof of Correction card must be filled out for all vehicles
registered in California, Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey,
New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont and Washington. Residents of these
states, who own an affected vehicle, will be required to possess a Vehicle Emission Recall Proof of Correction card as evidence of voluntary emissions recall campaign completion, when
they apply for vehicle registration renewal.
WHAT TO DO WITH THE CARD:
The Vehicle Emission Recall - Proof of Correction card must be completed by the Dealership's
Service Manager using a permanent ink pen. A fine point pen is recommended. When filling in
the information, copy the information directly from the vehicle, not the repair order. ALL
INFORMATION MUST BE PRINTED AND NEAT.
NOTE: DO NOT COMPLETE THE CARD UNLESS THE EMISSIONS RECALL CAMPAIGN
WORK IS COMPLETED.
The copy of the card shown below indicates the areas to be filled in. Each area must be filled
in.

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ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

SUBJECT:

FILLING OUT AND APPLYING THE CAMPAIGN COMPLETION LABEL:
The dealer must fill in the Dealer Code and Date information fields on the Campaign
Completion Label. Once complete, affix the campaign completion label under the hood of the
vehicle, as shown below.
Apply the SC150 Campaign Completion
Label onto the body in the area next to the
shock tower, as shown. NOTE: Be sure to
clean the mounting surface to ensure
proper label adhesion.

SC150
Dealer Code:
Date:

 NOTICE
Both the Proof of Correction Card
and the Campaign Completion
Sticker should ONLY be applied to
vehicles in the 13 States listed on
page 8.

REQUIRED PARTS:
Part Name

Part Number

Campaign Completion Label

UC160 SC150

Vehicle Emission Recall-Proof of
Correction Card

UC161 SC150

Figure
SC150

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Dealer Code:
Date:

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ECU UPGRADE - FUEL VOLUME CONTROL
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC150)

SUBJECT:

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model

Production Date Range

Forte (YD)

January 31, 2013 through March 23, 2016

WARRANTY INFORMATION:
N Code: N99 C Code: C99
Claim
Type

R

Causal P/N

39103 2EXA0

Qty.

Repair
Description

Labor
Op Code

Op
Time

Replacement
P/N

Qty.

0

(SC150)
ECU Upgrade – Fuel
Volume Control Logic
Improvement

170061R0

0.3
M/H

N/A

0

 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference SC150 when accessing the WebDCS system.

 NOTICE
To assure complete customer satisfaction, always remember to refer to WebDCS
Warranty Coverage (validation) Inquiry Screen (Service → Warranty Coverage →
Warranty Coverage Inquiry) for a list of any additional campaigns that may need to be
performed on the vehicle before returning it to the customer.

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