GROUP

MODEL

TRA

2024MY
Niro P/HEV (SG2 P/HEV)
w/ 6-Speed DCT

NUMBER

DATE

110

April 2024

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
6DCT MIL ON DTC (P073F73) LOGIC &

SUBJECT:

LEARNING FUNCTION IMPROVEMENT

This bulletin provides information to upgrade the Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT) software logic on some
2024MY Niro P/HEV (SG2 P/HEV) produced from October 18, 2023 through November 18, 2023. The affected
vehicles may exhibit a MIL ‘ON’ with DTC P073F73 and, in some cases, engage 2nd gear while accelerating
from a stop instead of 1st gear. Follow the procedure outlined in this publication to upgrade the A/T system
software to correct this concern on the applicable vehicle.
DTC Description:
P073F73 – Unable to Engage (Shift) Gear 1

 NOTICE
A Technical Service Bulletin is a field fix repair program without customer notification that may be
performed during the warranty period. Any dealer requesting to perform this repair outside the
warranty period will require DPSM approval.

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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SUBJECT:

6DCT MIL ON DTC (P073F73) LOGIC & LEARNING FUNCTION IMPROVEMENT

ECU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
download, as described in TSB SST081.
Upgrade Event Name
721.SG2 HEV/PHEV 6DCT MIL on DTC Judgment Logic (P073F73) & DCT Learning Function Improvement

 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.

 NOTICE
If a ‘Communication Fail’ error notice appears or the upgrade cannot be performed, DO NOT
disconnect the KDS/VCI-II. Contact GIT America Help Desk at (888) 542-4371 or Techline.


Before attempting an ECU upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to first determine whether the
applicable model is equipped with an immobilizer

(IMMO) 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.

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

TSB: ELE328 Telluride (ON) April 2024

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6DCT MIL ON DTC (P073F73) LOGIC & LEARNING FUNCTION IMPROVEMENT

SUBJECT:

ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE:
Upgrade Event #721
Model

EM

IMMO

ECU P/No.

ROM ID
Previous

New

95441 2BGJ0

DSG2G16XXH092NS8

DSG2G16XXH092NS9

95441 2BGL0

DSG2G16XXH092SS8

DSG2G16XXH092SS9

95441 2BGK0

BSG2G16XXH092NS8

BSG2G16XXH092NS9

95441 2BGM0

BSG2G16XXH092SS8

BSG2G16XXH092SS9

SBC

95441 2BGT0

DSG2G16XXP092NS8

DSG2G16XXP092NS9

SBW

95441 2BGV0

BSG2G16XXP092NS8

BSG2G16XXP092NS9

SBC
HEV
SBW

Yes

PHEV

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.

Refer to TSB SST081 for instructions to upgrade the ‘A/T’ system:
UPGRADE EVENT:
Event #721.SG2 HEV/PHEV 6DCT MIL on DTC
Judgment Logic (P073F73) & DCT Learning Function
Improvement

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

 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 and refer to TSB SST081 for instructions.

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

TSB: ELE328 Telluride (ON) April 2024

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SUBJECT:

6DCT MIL ON DTC (P073F73) LOGIC & LEARNING FUNCTION IMPROVEMENT
Manual Mode ECU Upgrade Passwords
Menu

Password

SG2 HEV 6DCT SBC : 95441-2BGJ0

0199

SG2 HEV 6DCT SBC : 95441-2BGL0

6666

SG2 HEV 6DCT SBW : 95441-2BGK0

7126

SG2 HEV 6DCT SBW : 95441-2BGM0

8209

SG2 PHEV 6DCT SBC : 95441-2BGT0

1300

SG2 PHEV 6DCT SBW : 95441-2BGV0

6849

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

TSB: ELE328 Telluride (ON) April 2024

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SUBJECT:

6DCT MIL ON DTC (P073F73) LOGIC & LEARNING FUNCTION IMPROVEMENT

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model

Production Date Range

Niro P/HEV (SG2 P/HEV)

October 18, 2023 through November 18, 2023

REQUIRED TOOL:
Tool Name

Figure

Comments

KDS

Kia Diagnostic System

WARRANTY INFORMATION:
N Code: DK3 C Code: ZZ3
Claim
Type

Causal P/N

Qty.

Refer to EPC
W

for ECM part
number

Repair

Labor Op

Op

Replacement

Description

Code

Time

P/N

6-DCT Logic &
0

Learning Function
Improvement

95441F20

0.3
M/H

N/A

Qty.

0

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

TSB: ELE328 Telluride (ON) April 2024