GROUP
FUE

MODEL
2019-2020MY
Sedona (YP)

NUMBER
042

DATE
September 2019

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:

SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM)
on some 2019-2020MY Sedona (YP) 3.3 GDI 8AT ULEV vehicles, produced from February 13,
2018 through August 27, 2019, which may exhibit an ECM MIL ON with DTC P0456. To correct
this concern, apply 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 applied to a vehicle
you are working on, verify the ROM ID using the table on page 2 of this bulletin. Before
conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.
DTC P0456: Evaporative Emission System – Leak Detected (Very Small Leak)

Kia Diagnostic System (KDS)

 NOTICE
A Service Action is a repair program without customer notification that is performed
during the warranty period. Any dealer requesting to perform this repair outside the
warranty period will require DPSM approval.
Repair status for a VIN is provided on WebDCS (Service → Warranty Coverage →
Warranty Coverage Inquiry → Campaign Information). Not completed Recall / Service
Action reports are available on WebDCS (Consumer Affairs → Not Completed Recall
→ Recall VIN → Select Report), which includes a list of affected vehicles.
This issue number is SA397.

File Under:
Circulate To:

X General Manager
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X Service Advisors
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X Technicians
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X Service Manager
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X Parts Manager
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X Body Shop Manager  Fleet Repair
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SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

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
432. YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV ECU MIL ON DTC (P0456) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT

 NOTICE
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A fully charged battery is necessary before 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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 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 #432
Model

EM

TM

MY

19MY
YP

3.3GDI
ULEV

8AT

IMMO

ECU P/No.

Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes

39101 3LPN0
39101 3LPN1
39101 3LPN2
39101 3LPN3
39101 3LPN4

ROM ID
Previous

New

YPKN3GM F0A
YPKN3GS F0A
YPKN3GMP F0A
YPKN3GSP F0A
YPLN3GM J0A

YPKN3GM F0B
YPKN3GS F0B
YPKN3GMP F0B
YPKN3GSP F0B
YPLN3GM J0B

No
39101 3LPN5
YPLN3GS J0A
YPLN3GS J0B
Yes
39101 3LPN6
YPLN3GMP J0A
YPLN3GMP J0B
No
39101 3LPN7
YPLN3GSP J0A
YPLN3GSP J0B
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.
20MY

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SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

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

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SUBJECT:

SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

4.

Select ECU Upgrade.

5.

The KDS will check the server for
recently uploaded Events and then
automatically download Upgrade Event
#432.

 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 ENGINE system under the
System selection menu.
Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the
latest update is available.
Select Upgrade Event #432 and select
Upgrade to continue.

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D

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SUBJECT:

8.

SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

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.
9.

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.

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SUBJECT:

SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

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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SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

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

YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV -IMMO (19MY) : 39101-3LPN1
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (19MY) : 39101-3LPN0
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV -IMMO (19MY) : 39101-3LPN3
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (19MY) : 39101-3LPN2
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV -IMMO (20MY) : 39101-3LPN5
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (20MY) : 39101-3LPN4
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV -IMMO (20MY) : 39101-3LPN7
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3GDI 8AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (20MY) : 39101-3LPN6

0131
0130
0133
0132
0135
0134
0137
0136

1.

Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode.

2.

Select the ECM system under the System selection menu. Select Upgrade Event #432
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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SERVICE ACTION: 3.3 GDI ULEV ECU MIL WITH
DTC P0456 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA397)

SUBJECT:

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model

Production Date Range

Sedona (YP)

February 13, 2018 through August 27, 2019

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

V

Causal P/N

39101 3LPN0

Qty.

Repair
Description

Labor Op
Code

Op
Time

Replacement
P/N

Qty.

0

(SA397)
YP PE LAMBDA 3.3 GDI
8AT ULEV ECU
MIL ON DTC P0456
Logic Improvement

190108R0

0.3
M/H

N/A

0

 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference SA397 when accessing the WebDCS system.

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