GROUP

MODEL

ELE

2025MY
K4 (CL4)

NUMBER

DATE

363

December 2024

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:

SERVICE ACTION: SUNROOF OPERATION SOFTWARE
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA595)

This bulletin provides the procedure to update the Roof Control Module (RCM) software on certain 2025MY
K4 (CL4) vehicles produced from September 17, 2024 to November 01, 2024 which may exhibit an inoperable
(open/close) sunroof operation due to a software logic error. This logic improvement includes a factory mode
activation/deactivation to reset the RCM module for sunroof initialization. Follow the procedure outlined in
this publication to apply the improved logic to the ‘RCM’ system using the KDS ECU Upgrade function as
described in this bulletin. Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of
affected VINs.
This software upgrade may also be available via an Over-the-Air (OTA) update on vehicles with an ‘active’ Kia
Connect subscription.

 NOTICE
A Service Action is a repair program without customer notification that is performed during the
warranty period. Any dealer requesting to perform this repair outside the warranty period will
require DPSM approval.
Repair status for a VIN is provided on KDealer+ (Service → Warranty Coverage → Warranty
Coverage Inquiry → Campaign Information). Not completed Recall / Service Action reports are
available on KDealer+ (Consumer Affairs → Not Completed Recall → Recall VIN → Select Report),
which includes a list of affected vehicles.
This issue number is SA595.

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:

SERVICE ACTION: SUNROOF OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA595)

ECU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
download, as described in this bulletin.
Upgrade Event Name
801.CL4m Sunroof Operation Logic Improvement (Unit 2)

 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.
Connect the negative (-) terminal to the battery as shown below.

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

TSB: SA595 K4 (CL4) December 2024

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SUBJECT:

SERVICE ACTION: SUNROOF OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA595)
 NO TICE

Before attempting an ECU upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to first determine whether the
applicable 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 #801
Event

System

IMMO

ECU P/No.

Module
(RCM)

Previous

New

2461

Roof Control
#801

ROM ID

Yes

816P0 GG000

2491
24A1

24B1

24A2

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.

TSB: SA595 K4 (CL4) December 2024

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SUBJECT:

SERVICE ACTION: SUNROOF OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA595)

Refer to TSB SST081 for instructions to upgrade the ‘RCM’ system:

 IMPORTANT
An Over-The-Air (OTA) Software Update for this procedure is planned for release but may not be
available at the time of TSB publication. Dealers can confirm OTA availability by checking for OTA
release notes on the Owners Portal of kia.com: OTA Software Update Release Notes

1.

UPGRADE EVENT:
•

801.CL4m Sunroof Operation Logic
Improvement (Unit 2)

Factory Mode Activation/Deactivation:
2.

Navigate to the ‘S/W Management’ menu.

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SERVICE ACTION: SUNROOF OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA595)

3.

Select ‘RCM – Roof Control Module’

4.

Select ‘Activate/Deactivate Factory Mode’

5.

Select C1 or C2 to enable or disable factory
reset mode:

5a.

> Select ‘C1’ to enable factory reset mode and
wait until calibration is complete.
> Select ‘OK’
> Select ‘C2’ to disable factory reset mode and
wait until calibration is complete.
> Select ‘OK’.

6.

Repeat step 5a three times.

 IMPORTANT
C1 and C2 factory mode selections
MUST be repeated three times to
complete

the

factory

activation/deactivation.

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:

7.

SERVICE ACTION: SUNROOF OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA595)
Initialize the vehicle’s sunroof by referring to
“Body (Interior/Exterior/Electrical) → Sunroof
→ Adjustment → [Initialize Sunroof]” in the
applicable Shop Manual on KGIS.

8.

Confirm normal operation.

 IMPORTANT
If the automatic upgrade fails, error code ‘9000-37-7F22’ may appear on the screen during the
first manual upgrade attempt. However, in most cases, attempting the manual upgrade a second
time is typically successful.

Manual Upgrade Procedure:

 NOTICE
The manual upgrade should ONLY be performed if the automatic upgrade fails.
The factory activation/deactivation mode procedure MUST be performed after the manual
upgrade.
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
Event No.

801

Menu

CL4m RCM: 816P0-GG000 (Unit 2)

Password

6810

1.

Perform the ‘Factory Mode Activation/Deactivation’ (Refer to steps 2-6, pages 4-6).

2.

Initialize the vehicle’s sunroof by referring to “Body (Interior/Exterior/Electrical) → Sunroof →
Adjustment → [Initialize Sunroof]” in the applicable Shop Manual on KGIS.

3.

Confirm normal operation.

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

TSB: SA595 K4 (CL4) December 2024

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SERVICE ACTION: SUNROOF OPERATION LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA595)

SUBJECT:

AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model

Production Date Range

K4 (CL4)

September 17, 2024 to November 01, 2024

REQUIRED TOOL:
Tool Name

Part Number

KDS

N/A

Figure

Comments

Kia Diagnostic System

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

V

Causal P/N

Qty.

816P0 GG000

0

Repair

Labor Op

Op

Replacement

Description

Code

Time

P/N

(SA595)
RCM Logic Improvement

240M13R0

0.4
M/H

N/A

Qty.

0

 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers should reference
SA595 when accessing the KDealer+ system.

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

TSB: SA595 K4 (CL4) December 2024