Kia Optima Service Bulletins (2018)
170 manufacturer communications on file.
- February 16, 2023•Document ID: 10232113Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- CS2303_TSB
- Date Added:
- March 6, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2303) - This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the software logic of the Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) or Body Control Module (BCM) system on certain 2011-2015MY Optima (TF), 2012-2015MY Optima (QF) and 2016-2020MY Optima (JF, JFa) vehicles produced within the dates outlined on page 10, which may not be equipped with an immobilizer. This logic upgrade will add anti-theft ignition start logic to the vehicle's system operation.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - January 18, 2023•Document ID: 10230492Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB_ELE192_R1
- Date Added:
- February 2, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: BMS/OPU/MCU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA411) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Battery Management System (BMS), Oil Pump Control Unit (OPU) and Motor Control Unit (MCU) on some 2017-2019MY Optima (JF P/HEV) vehicles, produced from August 25, 2016 through September 13, 2018 (refer to page 8) in order to improve the BMS diagnosis logic, OPU judgment logic for DTC P1B77 (High Voltage Battery Pre-Charging fault) and MCU communication logic.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - November 18, 2022•Document ID: 10226555Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB_TRA046_R3
- Date Added:
- December 6, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, refer to applicable vehicles in the chart starting on page 2.
Associated Products (153)Associated Documents - October 31, 2022•Document ID: 10225574Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY028_TSB_R1
- Date Added:
- November 2, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: FUEL PUMP FILTER INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information associated with the 'Warranty Extension Program' (WTY028) to inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump filter assembly on 2016-2020MY Optima (JFa) vehicles produced from August 28, 2015 through June 23, 2020, for repairs that may be necessary to address a low-pressure fuel pump failure to be covered for 15 years / 150,000 miles, whichever comes first starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service. The affected vehicles may exhibit an intermittent reduction in engine power, contain an active or stored DTC P1233 and/or exhibit a 'No Start' condition due to a cracked fuel pump filter housing.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - October 28, 2022•Document ID: 10225572Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY028_TSB
- Date Added:
- November 2, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: FUEL PUMP FILTER INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides information associated with the 'Warranty Extension Program' (WTY028) to inspect and, if necessary, replace the fuel pump filter assembly on 2016-2020MY Optima (JFa) vehicles produced from August 28, 2015 through June 23, 2020, for repairs that may be necessary to address a low-pressure fuel pump failure to be covered for 15 years / 150,000 miles, whichever comes first starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service. The affected vehicles may exhibit an intermittent reduction in engine power, contain an active or stored DTC P1233 and/or exhibit a 'No Start' condition due to a cracked fuel pump filter housing.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - September 16, 2022•Document ID: 10220346Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB_ENG219_R1
- Date Added:
- September 30, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: MAINTENANCE REMINDER FEATURE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.This bulletin provides information on setting the "Service Interval Reminder" feature available on most 2014-2023MY Kia vehicles (refer to model list on page 2). If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be informed to have the next maintenance service performed, which can positively affect vehicle longevity and performance. Refer to TSB ENG241 for 2023MY~ vehicles equipped with the Oil Life Management System (OLMS) feature not included in table on page 2.
Associated Products (80)Associated Documents - September 13, 2022•Document ID: 10219692Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSB_SST067_R2
- Date Added:
- September 17, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: BEARING CLEARANCE TESTER (BCT) PROCEDURES - This bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the Bearing Clearance Tester (BCT) Special Service Tool (SST). The SST comes pre-calibrated from the supplier however, in some cases, due to variable shop compressor air pressure, the SST may need to be re-calibrated to ensure that the tool provides accurate readings when testing the engine rod bearing wear. The calibration and BCT measuring point maintenance is included in this bulletin.
Associated Products (27)2019 Kia Optima2019 Kia Sorento2019 Kia Sportage2018 Kia Optima2018 Kia Sorento2018 Kia Sportage2017 Kia Optima2017 Kia Sorento2017 Kia Sportage2016 Kia Optima2016 Kia Sorento2016 Kia Sportage2015 Kia Optima2015 Kia Sorento2015 Kia Sportage2014 Kia Optima2014 Kia Sorento2014 Kia Sportage2013 Kia Optima2013 Kia Sorento+ 7 moreAssociated Documents - August 4, 2022•Document ID: 10217677Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SC205_OWNR
- Date Added:
- August 18, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign to update the software programming on your vehicle's Engine Control Module (SC205).
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - August 2, 2022•Document ID: 10217678Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SC205_TSB
- Date Added:
- August 18, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: THETA 2.0L T-GDI ULEV LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR EMISSIONS (SC205) - This bulletin provides the procedure to update the emissions-related logic of the Engine Control Unit (ECU) on some 2016-2020MY Optima (JFa) ULEV vehicles, equipped with 2.0L T-GDI Theta engines, produced from April 21, 2015 through May 22, 2020, in order to improve fuel quantity learning to decrease the deterioration of the rear Oxygen Sensor.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - August 2, 2022•Document ID: 10217676Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SC205_POC
- Date Added:
- August 18, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummarySC205_POC: PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - August 2, 2022•Document ID: 10217675Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SC205_STKR
- Date Added:
- August 18, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummarySC205_STKR: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN COMPLETION STICKER
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - August 2, 2022•Document ID: 10217674Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SC205_QA
- Date Added:
- August 18, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign (SC205).
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - August 2, 2022•Document ID: 10217673Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SC205_DPSM
- Date Added:
- August 18, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on 2016-2020 MY Kia Optima vehicles equipped with the 2.0L Turbo-GDI engine to update the emission related logic of the Engine Control Module "ECM" with an improved version to ensure compliance with emissions regulations.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - August 2, 2022•Document ID: 10217672Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SC205_DP
- Date Added:
- August 18, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryVOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is conducting a Voluntary Emissions Service Campaign on 2016-2020 MY Kia Optima vehicles equipped with the 2.0L Turbo-GDI engine to update the emission related logic of the Engine Control Module "ECM" with an improved version to ensure compliance with emissions regulations.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 29, 2022•Document ID: 10216905Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY028_OWNR
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryWARRANTY EXTENSION: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage for repairs related to low-pressure fuel pump failure in 2016-2020 MY Optima vehicles manufactured at a Kia assembly plant in the U.S. from 5 years / 60,000 miles to 15 years / 150,000 miles, whichever comes first, starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 27, 2022•Document ID: 10216907Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY028_REIMB
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryWARRANTY EXTENSION: REIMBURSEMENT FORM - This document is a Reimbursement Request form that was mailed with the customer letter advising them to submit the form if they had paid for repairs for this same matter prior to the warranty extension program launch.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 27, 2022•Document ID: 10216906Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY028_QA
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryWARRANTY EXTENSION: QUESTION AND ANSWER - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the Warranty Extension (WTY028).
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 27, 2022•Document ID: 10216904Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY028_DPSM
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryWARRANTY EXTENSION: DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGER MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer Parts and Service Managers that Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage for repairs related to low-pressure fuel pump failure for 2016-2020 MY Optima vehicles manufactured at a Kia assembly plant in the U.S. from 5 years/60,000 miles to 15 years/ 150,000 miles, whichever comes first, starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service. This warranty extension is to address certain concerns related to the potential failure of the low-pressure fuel pump.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - July 27, 2022•Document ID: 10216903Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- WTY028_DP
- Date Added:
- August 3, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryWARRANTY EXTENSION: DEALER PRINCIPAL MEMO - This document is the announcement to the dealer principals that Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage for repairs related to low-pressure fuel pump failure for 2016-2020 MY Optima vehicles manufactured at a Kia assembly plant in the U.S. from 5 years/60,000 miles to 15 years/ 150,000 miles, whichever comes first, starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service. This warranty extension is to address certain concerns related to the potential failure of the low-pressure fuel pump.
Associated Products (5)Associated Documents - April 20, 2022•Document ID: 10210431Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS720
- Date Added:
- May 4, 2022
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: INJECTOR HARNESS ROUTING FOR PI1802Y/Z AND PI1803Y/Z ENGINE REPLACEMENTS - This bulletin provides information to address a no-start or hard start with poor running condition after engine replacement under PI1802Y/Z or PI1803Y/Z. Some replacement long blocks may come with pre-installed fuel rail, injectors, and injector wiring harness. If the condition is present, it is possible that the injector harness was not installed correctly. The connections may be swapped from cylinder No. 1 and cylinder No. 4, and from cylinder No. 2 and cylinder No. 3.
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