Kia Optima Service Bulletins

803 manufacturer communications on file.

December 2, 2016•Document ID: 10116817
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-BOD161
Date Added:
August 31, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - LUGGAGE SIDE TRIM REPLACEMENT - This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the luggage side trims on 2016MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from September 28, 2015 to August 16, 2016, which may experience a concern with high cabin pressure. This concern is caused by the isolation pads of the luggage side trim assemblies blocking the extractor vents. Follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to replace the left and right luggage side trims.
Associated Products (1)
2016 Kia Optima
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November 18, 2016•Document ID: 10109773
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ENG158R2
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: VCM LOGIC IMPROVEMENT - DTC P200A00 (SA240A) - This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade and inspection of the VCM motor (Actuation Test) of some 2016MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from August 28, 2015 through February 15, 2016, and some 2016MY Sorento (UMa) vehicles, produced from November 17, 2014 through February 3, 2016, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with the Electronic Control Module (ECM) system-related DTC: P200A00.
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2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Sorento
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November 15, 2016•Document ID: 10109781
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
PS472R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: HVAC VENTILATION LOGIC OPERATION - Starting with 14MY Soul (PS) (with the exception of PSEV) and complete new models such as K900 (KH), Sedona (YP), Sorento (UMa), Optima (JFa), Sportage (QL), and 17MY Forte (YD, YDm), etc., equipped with a sunroof, a ventilation logic has been applied in order to prevent exhaust gases flowing into the vehicle due to the pressure difference (inside vs outside) that is generated when driving with the sunroof open. This logic allows the system to automatically switch from RECIRCULATION to FRESH mode when the sunroof is open.
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2017 Kia Cadenza 2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia Niro 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Soul 2017 Kia Sportage 2016 Kia K900 2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Sedona 2016 Kia Sorento 2016 Kia Soul 2015 Kia K900 2015 Kia Sedona 2015 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Soul
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November 15, 2016•Document ID: 10109779
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-TRA060R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: AXLE DRIVESHAFT REPLACEMENT (SA241) - This bulletin provides information on some 2016MY Optima (JF) vehicles, produced in South Korea from March 24, 2016 to April 8, 2016, which may exhibit a noise originating from the axle driveshaft during acceleration.
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2016 Kia Optima
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November 15, 2016•Document ID: 10109774
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ENG160R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: ECU UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC(s) P0420/P0171 - This bulletin provides information related to the ECU software upgrade for some 2012~2015MY Optima (QF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2011 to October 2, 2015, some 2012~2015MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from April 19, 2011 to December 11, 2014, some 2011~2015MY Optima (TF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2010 to July 23, 2015, and some 2014~2016MY Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from September 30, 2013 to November 16, 2015, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) system-related DTC(s): P0420 and possibly P0171. This concern occurs most commonly during prolonged engine braking while descending a steep grade.
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2016 Kia Sportage 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Sorento 2015 Kia Sportage 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sorento 2014 Kia Sportage 2013 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Sorento 2012 Kia Optima 2012 Kia Sorento 2011 Kia Optima
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November 15, 2016•Document ID: 10109765
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-BOD148R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: SUNROOF BUZZING NOISE - This bulletin provides information on some 2016MY Optima (JFa) vehicles, produced from September 28, 2015 to June 20, 2016, which may exhibit a buzzing noise that may increase with intensity in conjunction with the HVAC fan speed. This concern is caused by a loose sunroof weather strip vibration due to air leakage past the sunroof seal. To correct this concern, follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin to apply adhesive to the weather strip base.
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2016 Kia Optima
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November 9, 2016•Document ID: 10109775
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ENG161
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC16) - 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. To facilitate collection of this data at the dealer level, GDS/KDS screenshots will allow the capture of relevant parameters.
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2016 Kia Cadenza 2016 Kia Forte 2016 Kia K900 2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Rio 2016 Kia Sedona 2016 Kia Sorento 2016 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Sportage
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November 4, 2016•Document ID: 10109777
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-GEN085
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.?
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2017 Kia Sportage 2016 Kia Cadenza 2016 Kia Forte 2016 Kia Forte Koup 2016 Kia K900 2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Rio 2016 Kia Sedona 2016 Kia Sorento 2016 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Sportage 2015 Kia Cadenza 2015 Kia Forte 2015 Kia Forte Koup 2015 Kia K900 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Rio 2015 Kia Sedona 2015 Kia Sorento 2015 Kia Soul+ 109 more
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October 31, 2016•Document ID: 10109788
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-TRA055
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: INHIBITOR SWITCH DIAGNOSIS INFORMATION - This bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch.
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2015 Kia Cadenza 2015 Kia Forte 2015 Kia K900 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Rio 2015 Kia Sedona 2015 Kia Sorento 2015 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Sportage 2014 Kia Cadenza 2014 Kia Forte 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Rio 2014 Kia Sedona 2014 Kia Sorento 2014 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Sportage 2013 Kia Forte 2013 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Rio+ 17 more
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October 28, 2016•Document ID: 10109676
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ELE044R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: HIGH-VOLTAGE BATTERY ORDERING AND RETURN PROCEDURE - This bulletin outlines the ordering and return procedure for high-voltage Lithium-ion batteries equipped on EV/hybrid vehicles (hereafter referred to as "high-voltage batteries" or HVBs). Every Kia-approved EV/hybrid dealership?s parts and service departments should follow these procedures to ensure the fastest handling time and to minimize the possibility of charge-backs.
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2017 Kia Niro 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Optima 2012 Kia Optima 2011 Kia Optima
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October 21, 2016•Document ID: 10109688
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
PS475
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: AUTONOMOUS EMERGENCY BRAKING (AEB) OPERATION - An increasing number of Kia?s latest models are now equipped with Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB). Some customers may have interest and/or questions regarding this new technology, including what type of feedback they can expect from this system. The information provided below is a brief reference. The service information found on KGIS including the Owner?s Manual will provide more detailed information.
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2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Sedona 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Sportage 2016 Kia Optima
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October 21, 2016•Document ID: 10109682
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ELE117
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: NAVIGATION SOFTWARE UPDATE - NO SIRIUS TRAFFIC DISPLAY - This bulletin provides the procedure for updating the Navigation software on some Sportage (SL), Cadenza (VG), Optima (QF/TF), and Optima (TF HEV) vehicles, which may experience an inactive (grayed out) Sirius Traffic icon, no traffic flow shown, or a ?There is no traffic on route.? message.
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2016 Kia Cadenza 2016 Kia Sportage 2015 Kia Cadenza 2015 Kia Sportage 2014 Kia Cadenza 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sportage
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October 14, 2016•Document ID: 10109686
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-SC135R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN: EVAPORATIVE CANISTER INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT (SC135) - This bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the evaporative canister assembly on some Optima (TF) vehicles, produced from September 2, 2010 through November 29, 2014, some Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) vehicles, produced from February 15, 2011 through November 29, 2014, some Rondo (UN) vehicles, produced from April 1, 2009 through July 30, 2010, and some Sedona (VQ) vehicles, produced from April 1, 2009 through June 17, 2014. The subject vehicles originally sold or currently registered in one of twenty-eight (28) salt belt states may experience a leak detection warning of the evaporative emission systems, along with DTC(s) P0442 or P0455. For vehicles originally sold or currently registered in one of the twenty-eight (28) salt belt states, (AK, CT, DC, DE, IA, IL, IN, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, VT, WI, WV, KS, KY, NE, ND, SD and UT), the evaporative canister will be inspected, and if no leak is found, the mounting bracket will be replaced with a new improved part. If a crack in the evaporative canister is found, the canister will be replaced with a new improved part. Before conducting the procedure, verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs. For vehicles in other states, Kia is extending the warranty on the evaporative canister from 5 years/60,000 miles to 10 years/120,000 miles, whichever occurs first starting from the date of first service. Follow the procedures outlined in this bulletin to resolve the concern.
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2015 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sedona 2013 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Sedona 2012 Kia Optima 2012 Kia Sedona 2011 Kia Optima 2011 Kia Sedona 2010 Kia Rondo 2010 Kia Sedona 2009 Kia Rondo 2009 Kia Sedona
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October 11, 2016•Document ID: 10109683
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ENG160
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: ECU UPGRADE ? MIL ON WITH DTC(s) P0420/P0171 - This bulletin provides information related to the ECU software upgrade for some 2012~2015MY Optima (QF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2011 to October 2, 2015, some 2012~2015MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles, produced from April 19, 2011 to December 11, 2014, some 2011~2015MY Optima (TF) vehicles, produced from August 12, 2010 to July 23, 2015, and some 2014~2016MY Sportage (SL) vehicles, produced from September 30, 2013 to November 16, 2015, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) illuminated with the Electronic Control Unit (ECU) system-related DTC(s): P0420 and possibly P0171. This concern occurs most commonly during prolonged engine braking while descending a steep grade.
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2016 Kia Sportage 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Sorento 2015 Kia Sportage 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sorento 2014 Kia Sportage 2013 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Sorento 2012 Kia Optima 2012 Kia Sorento 2011 Kia Optima
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September 30, 2016•Document ID: 10090945
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mfr Comm. #:
PS266R1
Date Added:
February 8, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: HVAC RECEIVER/DRYER - DESICCANT REPLACEMENT - IN THE EVENT OF A HVAC SYSTEM CONCERN IN WHICH METAL PARTICLES OR SHARDS HAVE CONTAMINATED THE SYSTEM, THE DESICCANT OR THE ENTIRE A/C RECEIVER/DRYER ASSEMBLY MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. THIS IS DUE TO THE FACT THAT IT MAY BE IMPOSSIBLE TO REMOVE ALL METAL CONTAMINANTS FROM THE RECEIVER/DRYER DURING THE A/C FLUSHING PROCEDURE. REFER TO THE INCLUDED TABLE FOR DETAILED INFORMATION ON COMPONENT REPLACEMENT BY MODEL. IF YOU SUSPECT A PLUGGED EXPANSION VALVE, THE INLET SCREENS CAN BE CLEANED. IF THE VALVE IS NOT EQUIPPED WITH AN INLET SCREEN AND IS RESTRICTED, THE EXPANSION VALVE MAY ALSO NEED TO BE REPLACED.
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2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Sedona 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Soul 2017 Kia Sportage 2016 Kia Cadenza 2016 Kia Forte 2016 Kia K900 2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Rio 2016 Kia Sedona 2016 Kia Sorento 2016 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Sportage 2015 Kia Cadenza 2015 Kia Forte 2015 Kia K900 2015 Kia Optima+ 40 more
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September 30, 2016•Document ID: 10090944
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT; SERVICE BRAKES
Mfr Comm. #:
PS457
Date Added:
February 8, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: VARIANT CODING INTEGRATED BRAKE ACTUATION UNITS (IBAU) - WHEN REPLACING THE INTEGRATED BRAKE ACTUATION UNIT, IT IS NECESSARY TO PERFORM VARIANT CODING OF THE NEW MODULE. FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION RELATED TO VARIANT CODING CLICK THE VARIANT CODES LINK ON THE KGIS HOME PAGE. (SEE PAGE 2 FOR SAMPLE SCREEN SHOT.)
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2017 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Optima
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September 29, 2016•Document ID: 10090818
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG159
Date Added:
February 7, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: E-CVVT COVER AND MOTOR PLUG REPLACEMENT - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ABOUT THE REPLACEMENT OF THE E-CVVT COVER AND MOTOR PLUG ON SOME 2016MY SORENTO (UMA), PRODUCED FROM OCTOBER 27, 2014 TO JUNE 14, 2016, 2016MY OPTIMA (JF/JFA), PRODUCED FROM AUGUST 29, 2015 TO JUNE 14, 2016, AND 2017MY SPORTAGE (QL) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM DECEMBER 10, 2015 TO JUNE 15, 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. FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS BULLETIN TO REPLACE THE E-CVVT COVER AND MOTOR PLUG TO CORRECT THE CONCERN.
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2017 Kia Sportage 2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Sorento
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September 19, 2016•Document ID: 10090972
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE
Mfr Comm. #:
SC135OWNER
Date Added:
February 8, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
OWNER NOTIFICATION LETTER (SC135) - DEAR KIA OWNER, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM REGARDING THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER IN YOUR VEHICLE.
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2015 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sedona 2013 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Sedona 2012 Kia Optima 2012 Kia Sedona 2011 Kia Optima 2011 Kia Sedona 2010 Kia Rondo 2010 Kia Sedona 2009 Kia Rondo 2009 Kia Sedona
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September 15, 2016•Document ID: 10090974
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
Mfr Comm. #:
SC135QA
Date Added:
February 8, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
Q AND A (SC135/WTY009) - EVAPORATIVE CANISTER VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM
Associated Products (13)
2015 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sedona 2013 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Sedona 2012 Kia Optima 2012 Kia Sedona 2011 Kia Optima 2011 Kia Sedona 2010 Kia Rondo 2010 Kia Sedona 2009 Kia Rondo 2009 Kia Sedona
Associated Documents
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September 15, 2016•Document ID: 10090970
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT; ENGINE
Mfr Comm. #:
SC135DEALERPSM
Date Added:
February 8, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
DEALER PARTS & SERVICE MANAGER MEMO (SC135) - ATTENTION: ALL DEALER PARTS AND SERVICE MANAGERS, KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC. IS CONDUCTING A VOLUNTARY EMISSIONS SERVICE CAMPAIGN / WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM TO INSPECT THE EVAPORATIVE CANISTER. KIA HAS DETERMINED THAT THE FOLLOWING KIA VEHICLES ORIGINALLY SOLD OR CURRENTLY REGISTERED IN STATES WHERE HEAVY AMOUNTS OF ROAD SALT ARE USED, MAY EXHIBIT AN EVAPORATIVE CANISTER LEAK DUE TO PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO ROAD SALT
Associated Products (13)
2015 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sedona 2013 Kia Optima 2013 Kia Sedona 2012 Kia Optima 2012 Kia Sedona 2011 Kia Optima 2011 Kia Sedona 2010 Kia Rondo 2010 Kia Sedona 2009 Kia Rondo 2009 Kia Sedona
Associated Documents
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