Kia Optima Service Bulletins (2016)

293 manufacturer communications on file.

April 10, 2018•Document ID: 10136505
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBTRA059_R4
Date Added:
May 14, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - HCU/TCU UPGRADE ? FOR 100MESH SOLENOID - EQUIPPED HYBRID TRANSMISSIONS - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade of the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) and the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) of some 2011-2016MY Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) after replacement of the transmission with improved 100 mesh solenoids has taken place.
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March 21, 2018•Document ID: 10133183
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBTRA059_R3
Date Added:
April 16, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - HCU/TCU UPGRADE ? FOR 100MESH SOLENOID EQUIPPED HYBRID TRANSMISSIONS - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade of the Hybrid Control Unit (HCU) and the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) of some 2011-2016MY Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) after replacement of the transmission with improved 100 mesh solenoids has taken place. To apply the improved logic, the HCU/TCU should be reprogrammed using the KDS download, as described in this bulletin.
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March 20, 2018•Document ID: 10133180
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG175_R3
Date Added:
April 16, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: E-CVVT COVER INSPECTION AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT (SA305) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding the inspection and/or replacement of the E-CVVT cover or O-ring and replacement of the motor plug on some 2016-2017MY Optima (JF, JFa), 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa), and 2017MY Sportage (QL) vehicles, equipped with 2.4L GDI or 2.0T-GDI, which may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (MIL) ON with DTC P001000 and/or oil leakage in the E-CVVT motor plug of applicable vehicles.
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March 2, 2018•Document ID: 10133170
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Mfr Comm. #:
PS539
Date Added:
April 16, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
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February 19, 2018•Document ID: 10130102
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EXTERIOR LIGHTING; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBELE143
Date Added:
March 13, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: OUTSIDE REAR COMBINATION LAMP HARNESS REPLACEMENT (SA334) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the outside rear combination lamp harness on some 2016-2017MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from September 25, 2016 through March 16, 2017, which may exhibit an intermittent inoperative brake light with the possibility of a ?Check brake light? warning on the instrument cluster display.
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February 16, 2018•Document ID: 10130104
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBTRA047_R2
Date Added:
March 13, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - DRIVESHAFT SERVICEABILITY - This bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for Kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic transmission.
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February 12, 2018•Document ID: 10130105
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBTRA072A_R2
Date Added:
March 13, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: INHIBITOR SWITCH - REPLACEMENT (SA317A) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the inhibitor switch on some 2017MY Optima (JFa), Sorento (UMa), Optima Hybrid (HEV), Optima Plug-in Hybrid (PHEV), Sportage (QL), Forte (YD), and Sedona (YP), and some 2016-2017MY Optima (JF) vehicles, equipped with a front wheel drive 6-speed transmission, which may experience the following concerns: ? Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) ON with DTC P0705 - Transmission Range Sensor (TRS) Circuit Malfunction (active or history) ? CAN-related DTCs (For both Hybrids: CAN DTC C2243); ? Intermittent no crank/no start ? Erratic or harsh shifting; ? EPB and Hold lights illuminated intermittently; ? ?Key OFF? indicated after placing the selector lever into the ?P? position and depressing the Start/Stop button.Note: When this condition occurs, the ?P? position is not indicated on the instrument cluster.
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February 2, 2018•Document ID: 10130103
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG175_R2
Date Added:
March 13, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: E-CVVT COVER INSPECTION AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT (SA305) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding the inspection and/or replacement of the E-CVVT cover or O-ring and replacement of the motor plug on some 2016-2017MY Optima (JF, JFa), 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa), and 2017MY Sportage (QL) vehicles, equipped with 2.4L GDI or 2.0T-GDI, which may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (MIL) ON with DTC P001000 and/or oil leakage in the E-CVVT motor plug of applicable vehicles.
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December 11, 2017•Document ID: 10127023
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBBOD164R1
Date Added:
January 16, 2018
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: PANORAMIC SUNROOF INSPECTION AND REPAIR (SA270) REV 1 - This bulletin provides information on some 2016MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from September 28, 2015 to September 26, 2016, which may exhibit a buzzing noise that may increase with intensity in conjunction with the HVAC fan speed, a popping or clicking noise when driving over bumps or turning, and/or a loose folding cover, depending on the vehicle production date.
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November 20, 2017•Document ID: 10126423
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBELE091R3
Date Added:
December 22, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - IDENTIFYING HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE VERSION FOR DIRECT EXCHANGE - This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations.
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October 31, 2017•Document ID: 10123322
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBBOD172
Date Added:
November 14, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - OUTSIDE REAR COMBINATION LAMP WATER INTRUSION - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the outside rear combination lamp pads on some 2011-2015MY Optima (TF), produced from August 12, 2010 through July 23, 2015, and some 2011-2016MY Optima (TF HEV) vehicles, produced from February 15, 2011 through July 22, 2015, which may exhibit evidence of water intrusion in the outside rear combination lamps.
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October 23, 2017•Document ID: 10123321
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: REAR COMPARTMENT/TRUNK
Mfr Comm. #:
PS524
Date Added:
November 14, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP - OPTIMA TRUNK TORSION BAR ADJUSTMENT - On some 2016-2018MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, there may be a concern with the trunk not opening as designed when using transmitter key fob or Smart Trunk feature. This may be caused by improper assembly of the trunk torsion bar (A) and trunk lid hinge. Follow the procedure in this publication to correct this concern.
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October 16, 2017•Document ID: 10123329
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG174
Date Added:
November 14, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: AIR INTAKE HOSE REPLACEMENT & ECU UPGRADE (SA303) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the air intake hose and/or improve the logic of the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) on some 2016-2017MY Optima (JFa), produced from September 4, 2015 through April 14, 2017, and some 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from November 19, 2014 through May 1, 2017, equipped with a 2.0T engine, which may exhibit an impaired air intake hose.
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September 20, 2017•Document ID: 10119124
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG175R1
Date Added:
October 15, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: E-CVVT COVER INSPECTION AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT (SA305) - REVISED - This bulletin provides information regarding the inspection and/or replacement of the E-CVVT cover or O-ring and replacement of the motor plug on some 2016-2017MY Optima (JF, JFa), 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa), and 2017MY Sportage (QL) vehicles, equipped with 2.4L GDI or 2.0T-GDI, which may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (MIL) ON with DTC P001000 and/or oil leakage in the E-CVVT motor plug of applicable vehicles.
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September 9, 2017•Document ID: 10119123
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG175
Date Added:
October 15, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - SERVICE ACTION: E-CVVT COVER INSPECTION AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT (SA305) - This bulletin provides information regarding the inspection and/or replacement of the E-CVVT cover or O-ring and replacement of the motor plug on some 2016-2017MY Optima (JF, JFa), 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa), and 2017MY Sportage (QL) vehicles, equipped with 2.4L GDI or 2.0T-GDI, which may exhibit a malfunction indicator light (MIL) ON with DTC P001000 and/or oil leakage in the E-CVVT motor plug of applicable vehicles.
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September 8, 2017•Document ID: 10119120
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG159R2
Date Added:
October 15, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - E-CVVT COVER AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT - REVISED - This bulletin provides information about the replacement of the E-CVVT cover and motor plug on some 2016MY Optima (JFa), produced from August 29, 2015 to June 14, 2016, and 2016-2017MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from October 27, 2014 to June 14, 2016, which may exhibit a MIL ON with DTC P001000 and/or oil leakage in the E-CVVT motor plug of applicable vehicle models equipped with 2.4L GDI or 2.0 T-GDI engines.
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September 7, 2017•Document ID: 10119121
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG161R1
Date Added:
October 15, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC16) - REVISED - This bulletin provides information related to extracting ?in use performance tracking? emissions data from the Engine Control Unit (ECU) of certain vehicles sold in California.
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June 27, 2017•Document ID: 10116101
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
PS474
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: TPMS SENSOR POSITION - When diagnosing TPMS-related DTCs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS.
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June 21, 2017•Document ID: 10116106
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
PS502
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: UNABLE TO CONNECT TO UVO ESERVICES - This Pitstop provides information about customer complaints regarding: * ?Unable to connect to UVO eServices using an iPhone?, * ?Connection Error and unable to sync with the UVO App with my iPhone 7?
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June 12, 2017•Document ID: 10116115
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBELE126R1
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: REAR PERSONAL LAMP REPAIR (SA273) - This bulletin provides information related to the rear personal lamp on some 2016MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from September 11, 2015 to August 13, 2016, which may experience a blown Interior Lamp 10A fuse resulting in inoperative interior lamps. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to increase the bulb circuit and the bulb reflector clearances to prevent internal shorting of the lamp assembly resulting in a blown Interior Lamp 10A fuse, and if necessary, replace the Interior Lamp 10A fuse. Replace the lamp only if housing deformation is noticed during the repair procedure.
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