NHTSA ID Number: 10238482
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB_ELE299
TSB/Document Date: 2023-07-05
Summary
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: REAR COMBINATION LAMP INSPECTION AND SOFTWARE UPGRADE - This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary, replace the rear combination lamp holder and wire harness, and update the software logic of the Smart Junction Block (SJB) system on some 2020-2022MY Sportage (QL) vehicles produced from December 27, 2018 through December 7, 2021 equipped with a halogen bulb taillamp assembly. In some vehicles, the Master Warning Light may illuminate and display the message "Check brake light" on the instrument cluster, even if the brake light bulb is working properly.
GROUP
MODEL
ELE
2020-2022MY
Sportage (QL)
NUMBER
DATE
299
June 2023
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
REAR COMBINATION LAMP INSPECTION
SUBJECT:
AND SOFTWARE UPGRADE
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect, and if necessary, replace the rear combination lamp holder
and wire harness, and update the software logic of the Smart Junction Block (SJB) system on some 20202022MY Sportage (QL) vehicles produced from December 27, 2018 through December 7, 2021 equipped with
a halogen bulb taillamp assembly. In some vehicles, the Master Warning Light may illuminate and display the
message "Check brake light" on the instrument cluster, even if the brake light bulb is working properly. Follow
the procedure outlined in this publication to apply the improved logic to the ‘SJB’ system 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 4 of this bulletin.
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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REAR COMBINATION LAMP INSPECTION AND SOFTWARE UPGRADE
SUBJECT:
Replacement Procedure:
1.
Confirm customer concern of the ‘Master
Warning Light’ and/or the “Check brake light”
message are displayed on the instrument
cluster.
2.
Remove both left and right rear combination
lamps (A) by referring to “Body Electrical
System
→
Lighting
System
→
Rear
Combination Lamp → Repair procedures” in
the applicable Shop Manual on KGIS.
Note: This TSB does not apply to vehicles
equipped with LED Taillamp assemblies.
A
+
3a.
Remove both left and right rear combination
lamp holder and wiring harnesses (B).
Locate the LOT No. (C) printed on the
connector.
3b.
Refer to LOT No. Chart on page 3.
•
If the LOT No. is before April 1, 2019,
replace the rear combination lamp
holder and wiring harness.
•
If the LOT No. is on or after April 1,
2019, the rear combination lamp
holder and wiring harness does not
need to be replaced.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
TSB: ELE299 Sportage (QL) June 2023
B
C
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REAR COMBINATION LAMP INSPECTION AND SOFTWARE UPGRADE
SUBJECT:
LOT No. Chart
First Letter
Second Letter
Third Letter
Year
Month
Date
K: 2015
A: January
G: July
A: 1
I: 9
Q: 17
Y: 25
L: 2016
B: February
H: August
B: 2
J: 10
R: 18
Z: 26
M: 2017
C: March
I: September
C: 3
K: 11
S: 19
1: 27
N: 2018
D: April
J: October
D: 4
L: 12
T: 20
2: 28
0: 2019
E: May
K: November
E: 5
M: 13
U: 21
3: 29
P: 2020
F: June
L: December
F: 6
N: 14
V: 22
4: 30
Q: 2021
G: 7
O: 15
W: 23
5: 31
R: 2022
H: 8
P: 16
X: 24
If the LOT No. is unclear and difficult to read, inspect if the bulb socket is/is not equipped with a bulb
stopper.
•
If the bulb socket is not equipped with a
•
If the bulb socket is equipped with a bulb
bulb stopper, replace the rear combination
stopper, the rear combination lamp holder
lamp holder and wiring harness.
and wiring harness does not need to be
replaced.
No Bulb Stopper
With Bulb Stopper
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
TSB: ELE299 Sportage (QL) June 2023
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SUBJECT:
REAR COMBINATION LAMP INSPECTION AND SOFTWARE UPGRADE
ECU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
download, as described in this bulletin.
Upgrade Event Name
684.QL PE SJB UPGRADE FOR REAR LAMP DTC JUDGMENT LOGIC
NOTICE
•
Confirm a fully charged battery (12.3 volts or higher is necessary) is used or utilize a fully
charged jump starter
box connected to the battery.
•
Ensure the KDS GDS is sufficiently charged at 60% or higher prior to reflash.
•
All ECU upgrades must be performed with the ignition set to the ‘ON’ position unless otherwise
stated.
•
Damaged VCI II units should not be used and promptly replaced.
•
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 application.
IMPORTANT
It is recommended to ALWAYS check the Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) to locate the ECU Part
Number respective to Auto/Manual Mode ROM IDs. DO NOT reference the parts label affixed to
the ECU.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
TSB: ELE299 Sportage (QL) June 2023
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SUBJECT:
REAR COMBINATION LAMP INSPECTION AND SOFTWARE UPGRADE
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE :
Upgrade Event #684
Model
EM
ECU P/No.
ROM ID
Previous
New
91955 D9510
91955 D9530
91955 D9550
91955 D9570
91955 D9590
91955 D9610
91955 D9630
91955 D9650
91955 D9670
91955 D9690
QL PE
SJB
91955 D9710
3.03.0
91955 D9730
3.03.1
91955 D9750
3.04.0
91955 D9770
3.04.1
3.04.2
91955 D9790
91955 D9810
91955 D9830
91955 D9850
91955 D9870
91955 D9890
91955 D9910
91955 D9930
91955 D9950
91955 D9970
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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TSB/Document ID: TSB_ELE299
Replacement Service Bulletin Number:
MFR Communication Date: 2023-06-20
MFR Internal Campaign ID/Software Version:
Communication Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
NHTSA Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
MFR Component System:
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