GROUP
Service Campaign

MODEL
2014-2016MY
Forte (YD) 2.0L GDI

NUMBER
SC180

DATE
September 2019

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN
SUBJECT:

NU 2.0L GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Engine Control Module (ECM) software on
some 2014-2016MY Forte (YD) Nu 2.0L GDI SULEV vehicles, produced from November 13,
2013 through March 17, 2016, to improve catalyst heating logic to ensure compliance with
emissions regulations. To correct this issue, install the improved logic to the ECM using the
KDS ECU Upgrade function as described in this bulletin. For confirmation that the latest reflash
has been installed to a vehicle you are working on, verify the ROM ID using the table on page 3
of this bulletin. Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of
affected VINs.

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 
X Fleet Repair


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LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

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
429. YD NU 2.0GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING LOGIC IMPROVEMENT

 NOTICE
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A fully charged battery is necessary before the ECU upgrade can take place. It is
recommended that the Midtronics GR8-1299 be used in ECU mode during
reflashing or the use of a fully charged jump starter box.
DO NOT connect any other battery charger to the vehicle during ECU upgrade.
Ensure the KDS or GDS is sufficiently charged prior to reflash.
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 and
model year.

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LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

SUBJECT:

 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 #429
Model

YD

EM

SULEV

TM

IMMO

ECU P/No.

Yes

ROM ID
Previous

New

39131 2EYD2

GGYD GNSAQS00C00
GGYD GNSAQS01C00

GGYD GNSAQF01C00

No

39133 2EYD2

GGYD GNSAPS00C00
GGYD GNSAPS01C00

GGYD GNSAPF01C00

Yes

39131 2EYC4
39131 2EYC6

GGYD FNSAQS00C00
GGYD FNSAQS01C00

GGYD FNSAQF01C00

No

39133 2EYC4
39133 2EYC6

GGYD FNSAPS00C00
GGYD FNSAPS01C00

GGYD FNSAPF01C00

Yes

39131 2EYC0
39131 2EYC2

GGYD DNSAQS00C00

GGYD DNSAQF00C00

No

39133 2EYC0
39133 2EYC2

GGYD DNSAPS00C00

GGYD DNSAPF00C00

Yes

39131-2EYC1

GGYD DNSAQSC0C00

GGYD DNSAQFC0C00

No

39133-2EYC1

GGYD DNSAPSC0C00

GGYD DNSAPFC0C00

6AT

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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LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

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 operates 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.

NU 2.0L GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

The KDS will check the server for
recently uploaded Events and then
automatically download Upgrade Event
#429.

 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.

CAUTION
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 ECU system under the
System selection menu.

D

Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the
latest update is available.
Select Upgrade Event #429 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.

CAUTION

E

F

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

9.

NU 2.0L GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

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,
DO
NOT
disconnect
the
KDS/VCI-II.
Contact GIT America Help Desk
at (888) 542-4371 or Techline.
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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SUBJECT:

NU 2.0L GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

For California, Connecticut, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, New York and Delaware:
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, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, Washington, New York and Delaware. 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 service 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 SERVICE CAMPAIGN WORK IS
COMPLETED.
The copy of the card shown below indicates the areas to be filled in. Each area must be filled
in. The completed card should be given to the owner of the vehicle upon completion of the
Campaign and placement of the Campaign Completion Label outlined on Page 8.

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SUBJECT:

NU 2.0L GDI SULEV CATALYST HEATING
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

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 SC180 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.

SC180
Dealer Code:
Date:

SC 180

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Dealer Code:

Date:

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LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

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

Password

YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV -IMMO : 39133-2EYD2
YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39131-2EYD2
YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV -IMMO : 39133-2EYC4/C6
YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39131-2EYC4/C6

3322
3122
3326
3126

YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV -IMMO : 39133-2EYC0/C2
YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39131-2EYC0/C2
YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV -IMMO : 39133-2EYC1
YD NU 2.0GDI 6AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39131-2EYC1

3323
3123
3321
3121

1.

Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode.

2.

Select the ECU system under the System selection menu. Select Upgrade Event #429
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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LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SC180)

SUBJECT:

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model

Production Date Range

Forte (YD)

November 13, 2013 through March 17, 2016

REQUIRED PART:
Part Name

Part Number

Campaign Completion Label

UT160 SC180

Vehicle Emission Recall-Proof of
Correction Card

UT161 SC000

Figure
SC 180
Dealer Code:
Date:

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

R

Causal P/N

39131 2EYD2

Qty.

Repair
Description

Labor Op
Code

Op
Time

Replacement
P/N

Qty.

0

(SC180)
YD Nu 2.0 GDI SULEV
Catalyst Heating
Logic Improvement

190053R0

0.3
M/H

N/A

0

 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference SC180 when accessing the WebDCS system.

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