GROUP

MODEL

Emissions Service

2016-2018MY

Campaign

Sorento (UMa)
w/2.4L GDI

NUMBER

DATE

SC234

July 2022

VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN
SUBJECT:

2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER
KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

This bulletin provides the procedure for the installation of an add-on auxiliary canister on some 2016-2018MY
Sorento (UMa) vehicles equipped with the 2.4L GDI engine, produced from November 4, 2014 through
March 7, 2018. This is to improve the evaporative system and ensure compliance with Federal and California
emission regulation standards. Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list
of affected VINs.

 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.

A printed copy is for reference only; publication information can be updated at any time.
Always refer to KGIS for the latest information. After logging in kdealer.com, the newest technical
publications are listed in ‘Service Releases’ and has the latest service information that has been released.

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2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

SUBJECT:

Installation Procedure:
1a.

Raise vehicle on hoist.

A

1b.

Remove the left rear bottom body cover (A).

2a.

Disconnect the two (2) vapor tube quickconnector

and

ventilation

tube

quick-

connectors (B).

B

C
2b.

Remove the three (3) canister (C) retaining bolts
(D).

D
D

2c.

Remove the canister (C) from the vehicle and
place on a work bench.

C

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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2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

SUBJECT:

3.

Disconnect the air filter wire connector (E) from
the canister.
Note: Image shown is for reference use only.

E

Note: Carefully push out the retaining clip (F) to
release the wire connector harness from the
canister.

F

4.

Turn the air filter (G) 45 degrees clockwise and
pull away to remove it from the canister.

G

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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2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

SUBJECT:

5a.

Install the new additional auxiliary canister (H)
to the main canister in the same reverse order

H

of removal.

 NOTICE
Ensure the correct black O-ring is
installed on the auxiliary canister
before installing to canister.
• Kit

P/N

31410

B8999QQK:

Replace green O-ring with black
O-ring supplied in kit.

• Kit

P/N

31410

B8990QQK:

Black O-ring is already installed

G

on canister.

H

H

5b.

Install the removed air filter (G) onto the new
auxiliary canister.

 NOTICE
Insert the O-ring and position as
shown below.
Before

5c.

After

Re-connect the air filter harness (E) from step 3.

 NOTICE
The wire harness retaining clip (F)
from step 3 will no longer be re-

F

attached.

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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E

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2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

SUBJECT:

6.

On the vehicle: Cut off 230mm length from the
existing ventilation hose (I).

Remove 230mm

I

7.

Re-install the re-assembled canister back onto
the vehicle in the reverse order of removal. Be
sure to tighten the three (3) canister retaining
bolts (D).
Note: Do Not attempt to connect the Fuel Filter
ventilation hose (I) at this time.

D
Note: Image is for reference use only.

8.

I

D

Insert the supplied ventilation hose (J) with
“yellow” marker over the ventilation hose (I) at
least 10mm.

J

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2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

SUBJECT:

9.

Insert the other end of the supplied hose (J) with
the “white” marker to the fuel filter and secure
with provided hose clamps as shown.

J

10.

Connect the CCV connector and ensure to
route the harness over the hose as shown.
Note: Use a zip tie to secure in place.

11.

Locate the vehicle body side member on the RH
side of the air filter.

 NOTICE
Be sure to clean the surface of the
side

member

thoroughly

with

degreaser and clean cloth.

12.

Peel off the adhesive cover from the pad and
adhere the pad (K) to the vehicle body side

L

member (L) to the right of the air filter in the
area shown.

K

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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SUBJECT:

2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

Perform KDS EVAP Leakage Test:

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SUBJECT:

2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

ATTENTION: THE PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD AND CAMPAIGN COMPLETION LABEL ARE
RESTRICTED ONLY TO DEALERS IN THE FOLLOWING STATES:
California, Connecticut, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oregon,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington. See Parts Information below to order the Proof of
Correction Card and Campaign Completion Label from the PDC
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, Delaware, Massachusetts, Maine, Maryland, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Pennsylvania,
Rhode Island, Vermont, and Washington. 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 below.

FILLING OUT AND APPLYING THE CAMPAIGN COMPLETION LABEL (CA and S.177 STATES ONLY):
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.
CA and S.177 States Only: Apply SC234 Campaign

SC234

Completion Label onto the body in the area next to

Dealer Code:

the shock tower, as shown. NOTE: Be sure to clean

Date:

the mounting surface to ensure proper label
adhesion.

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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UT160 SC234

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2.4L GDI AUXILIARY CANISTER KIT INSTALLATION (SC234)

SUBJECT:

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model

Production Date Range

Sorento (UMa)

November 4, 2014 to March 07, 2018

REQUIRED PART:
Part Name

Description

Part Number

Figure

Qty.

Auxiliary Canister

Auxiliary Canister Assy

(w/black O-ring),

(Kit)

31410 B8990QQK**

1

UT160 SC234*

1

UT161 SC234*

1

Hose, and Pad

Campaign

Label

Completion Label

(Sheet of 4)

Vehicle Emission Recall

Card

Proof of Correction Card

*Completion Label and Proof of Correction Card only required for vehicles registered in CA, CT, DE, MA, MD,
ME, NJ, NY, OR, PA, RI, VT, and WA “States” only.
**To better service dealers, and ensure parts are available in sufficient quantities for launch, orders for
campaign part number 31410 B8990QQK may be filled with the Hyundai equivalent 31410 B8990QQH. The
parts are the same and there are no installation issues with using the 31410 B8990QQH. Warranty claims
should be submitted using part number 31410 B8990QQK.

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

Causal P/N

Qty.

Repair

Labor Op

Op

Replacement

Description

Code

Time

P/N

(SC234)
R

31420 B8500

0

Auxiliary Canister

220A02R0

Kit Installation

0.6
M/H

31410 B8990QQK

Qty.

1

Refer to Warranty Bulletin 2022-26 for claim submission procedures.

 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers should reference
SC234 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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