Kia Forte Service Bulletins
471 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 12, 2019•Document ID: 10155382Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBCLI044
- Date Added:
- April 6, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: A/C REFRIGERANT OVERFILL (SA372) - This bulletin provides the procedure to recover and recharge the air conditioning system on certain 2019MY Niro Hybrid (DE HEV) and Niro Plug-in Hybrid (DE PHEV) vehicles, produced from July 9, 2018 through December 21, 2018, which may experience poor air conditioning performance due to a possible overfill of refrigerant. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to recover and recharge the air conditioning system with the proper amount. Kia is requesting the completion of this Service Action on all affected vehicles including dealer stock, prior to delivery.
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - February 28, 2019•Document ID: 10154662Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:BRAKE FLUID LOW WARNING: LAMP
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS592
- Date Added:
- March 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: BRAKE WARNING LAMP ILLUMINATED - This Pitstop provides information regarding a possible brake warning lamp illumination on the instrument cluster on 2019MY Forte (BDm) vehicles, produced on or prior to December 20, 2018.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - February 21, 2019•Document ID: 10154689Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG197
- Date Added:
- March 18, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC19) - 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. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires the emissions data from vehicles with a minimum of 3,000 accumulated miles without reprogramming or resetting.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - January 18, 2019•Document ID: 10152915Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsFUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG083_R1
- Date Added:
- February 19, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SPECIAL SERVICE INFORMATION & SPECIFICATIONS FOR GDI HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SYSTEM - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to all Kia vehicles equipped with Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines. In these engines highly pressurized gasoline is injected via a common fuel rail and injectors that deliver fuel directly into the combustion chamber of each cylinder. In comparison, in a conventional Multi-Point Fuel Injection (MPI) engine, the gasoline is injected into the intake port of each cylinder at a relatively low pressure. Due to high fuel pressure in a GDI system, servicing the GDI system requires special attention and handling procedures. This bulletin provides special service information and specifications for the GDI fuel system components.
Associated Products (70)2019 Kia Cadenza2019 Kia K9002019 Kia Niro2019 Kia Optima2019 Kia Rio2019 Kia Sorento2019 Kia Soul2019 Kia Sportage2019 Kia Stinger2018 Kia Cadenza2018 Kia Forte2018 Kia K9002018 Kia Niro2018 Kia Optima2018 Kia Rio2018 Kia Sedona2018 Kia Sorento2018 Kia Soul2018 Kia Sportage2018 Kia Stinger+ 50 moreAssociated Documents - January 16, 2019•Document ID: 10152910Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSTRUCTURE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBBOD079_CLOSED
- Date Added:
- February 19, 2019
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: APPLICATION OF ADDITIONAL ANTICORROSION PROTECTION THROUGH PROTECTIVE SEALING (SA085) - CLOSED
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - November 29, 2018•Document ID: 10151911Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBTRA080
- Date Added:
- December 17, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: SERVICE ACTION: INTELLIGENT VARIABLE TRANSMISSION (IVT) ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT (SA364) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) assembly in certain 2019MY Forte (BDm) vehicles, produced from July 24, 2018 through August 7, 2018, which may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ON with DTC P073000 and P073100. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to replace the IVT assembly. Kia is requesting the completion of this Service Action on all affected vehicles including dealer stock, prior to delivery.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 19, 2018•Document ID: 10147430Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsSUSPENSION
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS583
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: FORTE (BDM) ? ALIGNMENT SPECIFICATIONS - This Pitstop provides information regarding alignment specifications for 2019MY Forte (BDm) vehicles. In the event a wheel alignment is needed, ensure your alignment equipment has the correct specifications programmed into the PC database. Any warranty claims submitted with the improper alignment specifications may be subject to chargeback. A ?Before? and ?After? print-out MUST be submitted with each warranty claim and MUST include the VIN, RO number, model, and model year.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 19, 2018•Document ID: 10147325Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ENGINE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS067_R1
- Date Added:
- November 13, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: CYLINDER HEAD STEEL BALL INSPECTION AND INSTALLATION - This Pitstop provides information regarding the inspection and installation of the steel sealing ball on: * 3.3L & 3.8L Lambda engines for 2007-2008MY Sorento (BL), * 2.0L Nu engines for 2010-2019MY Soul (AM, PS), and * 1.8L & 2.0L Nu engines for 2010-2018MY Forte (TD, YD/YDm), 2019MY~ Forte (BDm). When replacing the cylinder heads on these engines, inspect the lubrication ports for installation of the steel sealing balls. Current replacement cylinder heads may not be equipped with the required steel balls. Identify and locate the nine (9) lubricant passages on 3.3L and 3.8L engines and three (3) on 1.8L and 2.0L engines and verify a steel ball is installed in each.
Associated Products (22)Associated Documents - September 19, 2018•Document ID: 10145150Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS299_R3
- Date Added:
- October 9, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP - CORRECT PROCEDURE FOR RAISING WINDSHIELD WIPERS - When servicing the windshield wipers on the listed vehicles below during PDI, make sure to use the procedure outlined below to raise the wiper arms to the fully vertical position in order to avoid damaging the paint on the rear edge of the hood. It is important to note that the wipers on these vehicles are recessed under the hood to provide better appearance and reduced wind noise characteristics. This procedure applies to both key start and SMK type ignition systems.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - August 30, 2018•Document ID: 10144231Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS579
- Date Added:
- September 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: FORTE (BDM) FRONT LICENSE PLATE BRACKET - This Pitstop provides information regarding front license plate installation on 2019MY~ Forte (BDm) vehicles. On Forte (BDm) vehicles without Smart Cruise Control (SCC), the front license plate can be installed directly onto the front bumper using the locating dimples (A) found on the front bumper to ensure alignment. Forte (BDm) vehicles equipped with Smart Cruise Control (SCC) will have a front radar and will include a license plate bracket located in the trunk upon delivery. ALWAYS use the license plate bracket for these vehicles. If the bracket is not used, the license plate will block the line of sight of the radar, which may result in warning messages and limitations of certain features.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - August 24, 2018•Document ID: 10144229Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS576
- Date Added:
- September 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP: BATTERY DEALER / CUSTOMER MODE SWITCH - This Pitstop provides information regarding a new interface related to the electronic Dealer / Customer Mode Switch setting on the new Forte (BDm).
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - August 8, 2018•Document ID: 10144233Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG170_R1
- Date Added:
- September 10, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB: ADAPTIVE VALUES RESET FOR DTC P0016 - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to reset adaptive values on some 2017-2018MY Forte (YDm) 2.0L MPI vehicles, produced from May 15, 2016 through June 22, 2018, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp illumination with DTC P0016 due to a stuck intake CVVT assembly. To correct this concern, reset the adaptive values of the engine ECU using the KDS as described in this bulletin.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - May 22, 2018•Document ID: 10141384Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS564
- Date Added:
- June 18, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP - CLOCK CONCERNS ON UVO eSERVICES (UVO 3.0) - This Pitstop contains information regarding possible concerns with the clock on UVO eServices (UVO 3.0) head units installed on 2017-2018MY vehicles.
Associated Products (18)Associated Documents - April 30, 2018•Document ID: 10136501Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG186
- Date Added:
- May 14, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB - SERVICE ACTION: SPARK PLUG REPLACEMENT (SA342) - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the spark plugs on some 2018MY Forte (YDm), produced from November 21, 2017 through April 12, 2018, and 2018MY Rio (SC) vehicles, both produced from November 22, 2017 through February 6, 2018, which may exhibit a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ON with DTCs P0300 through P0304 due to the spark plug porcelain cracking during manufacturing. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to replace all four spark plugs, whether or not the MIL is ON.
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 27, 2018•Document ID: 10136503Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBFUE038
- Date Added:
- May 14, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB - CANISTER CLOSE VALVE INSPECTION AND AIR DRAIN CASE REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and if necessary, replace the Air Drain Case on some 2014-18MY Soul (PS), produced from July 21, 2013 through June 1, 2017, some 2012-2017MY Rio (UB), produced from June 21, 2011 through March 31, 2017, some 2014-2017MY Forte (YD) vehicles, produced from February 18, 2013 through March 2, 2017, and some 2017MY Forte (YDm) vehicles, produced from May 16, 2016 through March 6, 2017, which may experience an early shut-off during fuel refill and/or a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illumination with DTC(s) P0449 or P0451.
Associated Products (15)Associated Documents - April 17, 2018•Document ID: 10136500Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBENG178_R1
- Date Added:
- May 14, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB - DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC18) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. 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.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - April 6, 2018•Document ID: 10136499Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBELE145_R1
- Date Added:
- May 14, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB - HEAD UNIT MISMATCH WITH MICROPHONE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding correct 3.3 Volt and 8 Volt microphone (MIC) matching with head unit part numbers on some 2014-2015MY vehicles, in the event that the following concern occurs after a head unit replacement: * ?Bluetooth sound cannot be heard during a phone call by the person I am talking to (on the receiving end)? * ?Voice recognition is not working? * ?Voice commands are not picked up at all?
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - March 29, 2018•Document ID: 10133175Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:TRUNK LID:LOCK
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS551
- Date Added:
- April 16, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP - RATTLE NOISE FROM REAR OF THE VEHICLE (PS551) - This Pitstop contains information regarding a rattle type noise heard from the rear of the vehicle when closing a door or trunk on some 2016MY-2018MY vehicles.
Associated Products (10)Associated Documents - March 12, 2018•Document ID: 10133179Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsEQUIPMENT
- Mfr Comm. #:
- TSBELE145
- Date Added:
- April 16, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryTSB - HEAD UNIT MISMATCH WITH MICROPHONE - This bulletin provides information regarding correct 3.3 Volt and 8 Volt microphone (MIC) matching with head unit part numbers on some 2014-2015MY vehicles.
Associated Products (4)Associated Documents - March 9, 2018•Document ID: 10133169Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsVEHICLE SPEED CONTROL; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Mfr Comm. #:
- PS476_R1
- Date Added:
- April 16, 2018
- Manufacturer:
- KIA
SummaryPITSTOP - INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER OR HESITATION UPON ACCELERATION - RESTRICTED FUEL LINE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. Customers may experience an intermittent lack of power or hesitation upon acceleration. The malfunction indicator lamp may not illuminate or DTC P0087 may be stored (history). This is possibly due to a restricted low pressure fuel line.
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