GGPS GNU6FK42600

GGPS GNU6EK42600

GGPS GNU6QK42C00

GGPS GNU6PK42C00

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.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.

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SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A
ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485)

SUBJECT:

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

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

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

B
A

C
Select ‘ECU Upgrade’.

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SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A
ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485)

SUBJECT:

The KDS will check the server for recently
uploaded

Events

and

then

automatically

download Upgrade Event #559.

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

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.
Select the Engine system under the System
selection menu.
Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the latest

D

update is available.
Select

Upgrade

Event

#559,

and

select

Upgrade to continue.

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

E

Upgrade part (1/2) (E) will download the
upgrade event to the VCI-II. Upgrade part (2/2)
(F) will upgrade the ECU.

CAUTION

F

Do not touch the system buttons (like
‘Back’,

‘Home’,

‘etc.’)

while

performing ECU Upgrade.
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SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A
ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485)

SUBJECT:

If a “Communication Fail” screen appears, verify
that the VCI-II and KDS are communicating
properly. Select ‘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.

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

Once the upgrade is complete, select ‘OK’ to
finalize the procedure.

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.

Start the engine to confirm normal operation of
the vehicle.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.

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SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A
ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485)

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

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV MT -ISG -IMMO (14MY) : 39110-2BSH0

3920

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV MT -ISG +IMMO/SMK (14MY) : 39110-2BSG0

9112

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV AT -ISG -IMMO (14MY) : 39110-2BSH5

3925

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV AT -ISG +IMMO/SMK (14MY) : 39110-2BSG5

1125

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV MT -ISG -IMMO (15~16MY) : 39110-2BSH1/G3

3923

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV MT -ISG +IMMO/SMK (15~16MY) : 39110-2BSG1/F3

1213

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV AT -ISG -IMMO (15~16MY) : 39110-2BSH6/H7/E8

3928

PS GAMMA 1.6GDI ULEV AT -ISG +IMMO/SMK (15~16MY) : 39110-2BSG6/G7/D8

2678

Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode.
Select the Engine system under the System selection menu. Select Upgrade Event #559 and select
Upgrade to continue.
Select the appropriate control unit part number with reference to the ROM ID Information Table on
pages 3-4, and select OK.
Enter the appropriate password from the Manual Mode password table above and select OK.
The upgrade will begin and the progress of the upgrade will appear on the bar graph.
When instructed on the KDS, turn the ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then back on. Select OK.
Once the upgrade is complete, select OK to finalize the procedure.
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.
Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle.

Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.

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SERVICE ACTION: 1.6L GDI WITH MIL ON DTC P050A
ECM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA485)

SUBJECT:

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model

Production Date Range

Soul (PS)

August 29, 2013 to July 26, 2016

REQUIRED TOOL:
Tool Name

Figure

Comments

KDS

Kia Diagnostic System

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

Causal P/N

Qty.

39110-2BSH0

0

Repair Description
(SA485)
ECM Upgrade

Labor Op

Op

Replacement

Code

Time

P/N

210093R0

0.3
M/H

N/A

Qty.

0

 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers should reference
SA485 when accessing the WebDCS system.

Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.

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