NHTSA ID Number: 10152920
Manufacturer Communication Number: VPI1803_TSB_R1
TSB/Document Date: 2019-02-19
Summary
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM - ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) in order to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage.
GROUP
MODEL
Product
Improvement
2011-2014MY
Optima (QF/TF)
2012-2014MY
Sorento (XMa)
2011-2013MY
Sportage (SL)
NUMBER
DATE
1803 (Rev 1, 01/02/2018) November 2018
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN
SUBJECT:
KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM - ECU
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803)
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 a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to
install the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) in order to protect the engine from excessive
connecting rod bearing damage. This update is for:
All 2011-2013 MY Optima (QF/TF) vehicles equipped with the 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) and
2.0L Turbocharged GDI (T-GDI) engines produced from August 12, 2010 through September 27, 2013;
All 2014 MY Optima (QF) vehicles equipped with the 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) and 2.0L
Turbocharged GDI (T-GDI) engines produced at KMMG from August 28, 2013 through May 15, 2014;
All 2012-2014 MY Sorento vehicles equipped with the 2.4L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines
produced from April 19, 2011 through February 10, 2014; and
All 2011-2013 MY Sportage vehicles equipped with the 2.0L Turbo Gasoline Direct Injection (T-GDI)
engines produced from December 30, 2010 through August 30, 2013.
The KSDS detects vibrations indicating the onset of excessive connecting rod bearing wear. It is
designed to alert the driver at an early stage of bearing wear before the occurrence of severe
engine damage, including engine failure. If vibrations caused by bearing wear start to occur, the
Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Limp
Home Mode. This will reduce further damage to the engine and ensure that the vehicle occupants
are not exposed to the risk of a more severe engine failure. At that time, Diagnostic Trouble Code
(“DTC”) P1326, specific to the KSDS, will be recorded in the ECU. The vehicle can continue to be
operated for a limited time in Limp Home Mode, but it will accelerate slowly and have a reduced
maximum speed. Also, engine RPMs will be limited to approximately 1800-2000 RPM.
Kia
is requesting the completion of this Product Improvement Campaign on all affected vehicles.
Before conducting the procedure, verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs. Also,
please have your KDS connected to the internet regularly to get the latest software updates
available.
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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SUBJECT:
KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803)
NOTICE
Prior to conducting the procedure described in this bulletin, please make certain the
SC147 inspection/repair procedure has been completed on the affected vehicles. If the
SC147 inspection/repair procedure has not been completed, please complete the SC147
inspection/repair procedure BEFORE you perform the software update requested in this
bulletin.
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.
SC147 → PI1803 Flow Chart
SC147 campaign has
been completed
SC147 campaign has
not been completed
Perform
SC147 Inspection
Procedure
Inspection Passed
Inspection Failed
Perform
PI1803 A/B/C/D
KSDS ECU - Logic
Improvement
Perform
SC147 Repair
Procedure
Vehicle returns with
DTC P1326
Perform PI1803W/X
for DTC P1326
(do NOT refer to
SC147)
TSB: PI1803 (Rev 1) Multiple Models November 2018
Page 3 of 15
KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803)
SUBJECT:
ECU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
download, as described in this bulletin.
Upgrade Event Name
382. XMA THETA 2.4GDI Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (12~14MY)
383 TF THETA 2.0/2.4 Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (11~13MY)
384. QF THETA 2.0/2.4 Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (12~14MY)
385. SL THETA 2.0T-GDI Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (11~13MY)
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.
CAUTION
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.
NOTICE
For Optima models included in this TSB:
VINs that start with 5XX are designated Optima (QF) and produced in the United
States. VINs that start with KNA are designated Optima (TF) are produced in South
Korea.
TSB: PI1803 (Rev 1) Multiple Models November 2018
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KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803)
SUBJECT:
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE:
Upgrade Event #382 (XMa), #383 (TF), #384 (QF), #385 (SL)
Model
Engine
IMMO
ECU P/No.
39113-2G770
39113-2G775
Yes _
39114-2G770
12MY
Sor. (XMa)
2.4
39113-2G760
39113-2G765
No
39114-2G760
39113-2G771
Yes _
39114-2G771
13MY
Sor. (XMa)
2.4
39113-2G761
No
39114-2G761
TSB: PI1803 (Rev 1) Multiple Models November 2018
ROM ID
Previous
2WD_XCC4RB3A
2WD_XCC4RB3B
2WD_XCC4RB3C
2WD_XCC4RB3D
2WD_XCC4RB3E
2WD_XCC4RB3F
4WD_XCC4RB3A
2WD_XCC4RB3B
4WD_XCC4RB3C
4WD_XCC4RB3D
4WD_XCC4RB3E
4WD_XCC4RB3F
2WD_XCC4MB3A
4WD_XCC4MB3B
2WD_XCC4MB3C
2WD_XCC4MB3D
2WD_XCC4MB3E
2WD_XCC4MB3F
4WD_XCC4MB3A
4WD_XCC4MB3C
4WD_XCC4MB3D
4WD_XCC4MB3E
4WD_XCC4MB3F
2WD_XDC4RE0A
2WD_XDC4REAA
2WD_XDC4REAB
2WD_XDC4REAC
2WD_XDC4REAE
2WD_XDC4REAG
2WD_XDC4READ
2WD_XDC4REAF
2WD_XDC4REAH
4WD_XDC4RE0A
4WD_XDC4REAA
4WD_XDC4REAB
4WD_XDC4REAC
4WD_XDC4REAE
4WD_XDC4REAG
4WD_XDC4READ
4WD_XDC4REAF
4WD_XDC4REAH
2WD_XDC4ME0A
2WD_XDC4MEAA
2WD_XDC4MEAB
2WD_XDC4MEAC
2WD_XDC4MEAE
2WD_XDC4MEAG
2WD_XDC4MEAD
2WD_XDC4MEAF
2WD_XDC4MEAH
4WD_XDC4ME0A
4WD_XDC4MEAA
4WD_XDC4MEAB
4WD_XDC4MEAC
4WD_XDC4MEAE
4WD_XDC4MEAG
4WD_XDC4MEAD
4WD_XDC4MEAF
4WD_XDC4MEAH
New
2WD_XCC4RB3K
4WD_XCC4RB3L
2WD_XCC4MB3K
4WD_XCC4MB3L
2WD_XDC4REAK
2WD_XDC4REAM
4WD_XDC4REAL
4WD_XDC4REAN
2WD_XDC4MEAK
2WD_XDC4MEAM
4WD_XDC4MEAL
4WD_XDC4MEAN
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KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803)
SUBJECT:
Model
Engine
IMMO
ECU P/No.
New
2WD_FDC4RF3A
2WD_FDC4RG0A
2WD_FDC4RG0B
2WD_FEC4RG0C
2WD_FEC4RG1K
2WD_FEC4RH2A
2WD_FEC4RH2B
2WD_FEC4RH2K
4WD_FDC4RF3A
4WD_FDC4RG0A
4WD_FDC4RG0B
4WD_FEC4RG0C
4WD_FEC4RG1L
4WD_FEC4RH2A
4WD_FEC4RH2B
4WD_FEC4RH2L
2WD_FDC4MF3A
2WD_FDC4MG0A
2WD_FDC4MG0B
2WD_FEC4MG0C
2WD_FEC4MG1K
2WD_FEC4MH2A
2WD_FEC4MH2B
2WD_FEC4MH2K
4WD_FDC4MF3A
4WD_FDC4MG0A
4WD_FDC4MG0B
4WD_FEC4MG0C
4WD_FEC4MG1L
4WD_FEC4MH2A
4WD_FEC4MH2B
4WD_FEC4MH2L
39111-2G870
39112-2G870
TBC4R85A
TBC4R86A
TBC4R86B
TBC4R86D
TBC4RB3K
39111-2G871
39112-2G871
TBC4R86C
TBC4R88A
TBC4R88B
TBC4RB3A
TBC4RB3B
TBC4RB3C
TBC4RB3L
39111-2G860
39112-2G860
TBC4M85A
TBC4M86A
TBC4M86B
TBC4M86D
TBC4MB3K
39111-2G861
39112-2G861
TBC4M86C
TBC4M88A
TBC4M88B
TBC4MB3A
TBC4MB3B
TBC4MB3C
TBC4MB3L
39113-2GBK5
39114-2GBK5
Yes _
39113-2GBL5
14MY
Sor. (XMa)
2.4
39113-2GBK0
39114-2GBK0
No
39113-2GBL0
Yes _
11MY
Opt. (TF)
ROM ID
Previous
2.4
(ULEV)
No
TSB: PI1803 (Rev 1) Multiple Models November 2018
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KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM – ECU
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803)
SUBJECT:
Model
Engine
IMMO
ECU P/No.
39111-2G875
Yes _
3911102G876
11MY
Opt. (TF)
2.4
(SULEV)
39111-2G865
No
39111-2G866
Yes _
39111-2G873
39112-2G873
No
39111-2G863
39112-2G863
Yes _
39111-2G878
No
39111-2G868
Yes _
39111-2G902
39112-2G902
No
39111-2G900
39112-2G900
2.4
(ULEV)
12MY
Opt. (TF)
2.4
(SULEV)
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