NHTSA ID Number: 10168952
Manufacturer Communication Number: PI1805_TSB_R1
TSB/Document Date: 2019-12-09
Summary
TSB: PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI1805_R1: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1805) - 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
Product
Improvement
MODEL
2019MY
Sorento (UMa)
Optima (JFa)
Sportage (QL)
NUMBER
DATE
1805 (Rev 1, 11/07/2019 October 2019
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN
SUBJECT:
KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS)
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1805)
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 some 2019MY vehicles listed below:
Year
Model
Engine
Production Date
2019
2019
2019
Optima (JFa)
Sorento (UMa)
Sportage (QL)
2.4L & 2.0L T GDI
2.4L GDI
2.4L & 2.0T GDI
5/21/2018 - 2/28/2019
1/22/2018 - 3/6/2019
4/2/2018 - 1/14/2019
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.
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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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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KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS)
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1805)
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
456. UMA THETA 2.4 Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (19MY)
458. JF/JFA THETA 2.0/2.4 Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (19MY)
459. QL THETA 2.0/2.4 Knock Sensor Detection System(KSDS) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (19MY)
NOTICE
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.
TSB: PI1805 (Rev 1) Sorento (UMa), Optima (JFa), Sportage (QL) October 2019
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KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS)
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1805)
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 #456 (UMa), #458 (JFa) or #459 (QL).
Model
EM
TM
IMMO
ECU P/No.
39171-2GMN0
Yes
39171-2GMN1
19MY
(UMa)
2.4L GDI
(ULEV)
6AT
39171-2GMA0
No
39171-2GMA1
39171-2GJK0
2.4L GDI
(ULEV)
Yes
39171-2GJK5
19MY
(JFa)
6AT
39171-2GJL0
2.4L GDI
(SULEV)
No
39171-2GJL5
ROM ID
Previous
UPAJNC4ERE1A
UPAJNC4ERE1B
UPAJNC4ERE1C
UPAJNC4ERE1D
UPAJNC4ERE1A
UPAJNC4ERE1B
UPAJNC4ERE1C
UPAJNC4ERE1D
UPAJNC4EME1A
UPAJNC4EME1B
UPAJNC4EME1C
UPAJNC4EME1D
UPAJNC4EME1A
UPAJNC4EME1B
UPAJNC4EME1C
UPAJNC4EME1D
JPAJNC4ERE3A
JPAJNC4ERE3B
JPAJNC4ERE3C
JPAJNC4ERE6D
JPAJNC4ERE6E
JPAJNC4ERE6F
JPAJNC4EME3A
JPAJNC4EME3B
JPAJNC4EME3C
JPAJNC4EME6D
JPAJNC4EME6E
JPAJNC4EME6F
JPAJNS4ERE3A
JPAJNS4ERE3B
JPAJNS4ERE3C
JPAJNS4ERE6D
JPAJNS4ERE6E
JPAJNS4EME3A
JPAJNS4EME3B
JPAJNS4EME3C
JPAJNS4EME6D
JPAJNS4EME6E
New
UPAJNC4ERG1C
UPAJNC4ERG1M
UPAJNC4EMG1C
UPAJNC4EMG1M
JPAJNC4ERG1I
JPAJNC4EMG1I
JPAJNS4ERG1H
JPAJNS4EMG1H
TSB: PI1805 (Rev 1) Sorento (UMa), Optima (JFa), Sportage (QL) October 2019
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KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS)
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1805)
SUBJECT:
Model
19MY
(JFA)
EM
2.0L T-GDI
(ULEV)
TM
ROM ID
Previous
JPAJNC0ERE3A
JPAJNC0ERE3B
JPAJNC0ERE3C
JPAJNC0ERE6D
JPAJNC0EME3A
JPAJNC0EME3B
JPAJNC0EME3C
JPAJNC0EME6D
New
Yes
39161-2GJS0
No
39161-2GJS5
Yes
39100-2GHR7
QLDJNC4ERE2A
QLDJNC4ERG1D
No
39100-2GHS2
QLDJNC4EME2A
QLDJNC4EMG1D
Yes
39100-2GHS7
QLDJNC4ERE2K
QLDJNC4ERG1N
No
39100-2GHT2
QLDJNC4EME2K
QLDJNC4EMG1N
Yes
39100-2GHT7
QLDJNS4ERE2A
QLDJNS4ERG1D
No
39100-2GHV2
QLDJNS4EME2A
QLDJNS4EMG1D
Yes
39100-2GHV7
QLDJNS4ERE2K
QLDJNS4ERG1N
No
39100-2GHW2
QLDJNS4EME2K
QLDJNS4EMG1N
Yes
39100-2GHJ2
QLDJNC0ERE2A
QLDJNC0ERG1D
No
39100-2GHJ7
QLDJNC0EME2A
QLDJNC0EMG1D
Yes
39100-2GHK2
QLDJNC0ERE2K
QLDJNC0ERG1N
No
39100-2GHK7
QLDJNC0EME2K
QLDJNC0EMG1N
JPAJNC0ERG1G
JPAJNC0EMG1G
6AT
2.4L GDI
(SULEV)
19MY
(QL)
ECU P/No.
6AT
2.4L GDI
(ULEV)
19MY
(QL)
IMMO
2.0L T-GDI
(ULEV)
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