Kia Soul Service Bulletins

554 manufacturer communications on file.

September 7, 2017•Document ID: 10119122
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG162R1
Date Added:
October 15, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB - DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC17) - 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.
Associated Products (10)
2017 Kia Cadenza 2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Niro 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Rio 2017 Kia Sedona 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Soul 2017 Kia Sportage
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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.
Associated Products (9)
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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June 30, 2017•Document ID: 10116114
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBELE061CLOSED
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB CLOSED: SERVICE ACTION: SOUL (PS), OPTIMA (QF) AND SORENTO (XM) NAVIGATION SYSTEM UPGRADE (SA161) - ELE061 / SA161 CLOSED
Associated Products (3)
2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sorento 2014 Kia Soul
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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.
Associated Products (57)
2017 Kia Cadenza 2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Niro 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+ 37 more
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June 22, 2017•Document ID: 10116102
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Mfr Comm. #:
PS483
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: HEADLIGHTS FLICKER/INTERMITTENTLY OPERATE OR REMAIN ON INDEFINITELY - If a customer has a concern regarding intermittent flickering, inoperative headlights, or that the headlights stay on indefinitely after the vehicle is turned off, confirm the following actions in this publication have been performed, when applicable.
Associated Products (4)
2017 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Soul
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June 7, 2017•Document ID: 10116117
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBENG162
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC17) - 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, KDS screenshots will allow the capture of relevant parameters.
Associated Products (9)
2017 Kia Cadenza 2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Niro 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Sedona 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Soul 2017 Kia Sportage
Associated Documents
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June 6, 2017•Document ID: 10116116
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSBELE134
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECU UPGRADE: BMS (BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) - This bulletin provides information related to the BMS (Battery Management System) software upgrade for some Soul EV (PS EV) vehicles produced from July 15, 2014 through May 15, 2016, which may experience an inoperative reserved climate control system (set climate pre-conditioning times) when the vehicle is stored at low temperatures without power-on for a certain period of time.
Associated Products (2)
2016 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Soul
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June 5, 2017•Document ID: 10116105
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; VISIBILITY
Mfr Comm. #:
PS497R2
Date Added:
August 25, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP - UVO ESERVICES MIRROR BUTTONS (CUSTOMER GUIDE) - This pitstop provides information regarding the functionality of the UVO eServices buttons located on the rear view mirror in some 2016-2017MY K900 (KH), 2017MY Optima Plug-in Hybrid (JF PHEV) and 2017MY Soul EV (PS EV) vehicles.
Associated Products (4)
2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Soul 2016 Kia K900
Associated Documents
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May 1, 2017•Document ID: 10109858
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mfr Comm. #:
PS498
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: ANTI-CONDENSATION LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING - Some Kia vehicles starting with 2016MY and all Kia vehicles, after and including 2017MY, incorporate an anti-condensation logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. The HVAC control head in these vehicles monitors ambient temperature to determine which settings will best prevent the windows from fogging. If the system detects lower ambient temperature (about 60°F or below), the anti-condensation logic may automatically set the air intake mode to FRESH, depending on the other HVAC settings. The anti-condensation logic is also designed to ensure that air intake mode is set to FRESH, as long as all conditions are met. If the user changes the air intake to RECIRCULATION, the anti-condensation logic will take control again after 5 minutes, and change the air intake mode back to FRESH. If this results in an undesired operation, the logic may be enabled or disabled by following the procedure below.
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2017 Kia Cadenza 2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Niro 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Sedona 2017 Kia Sorento 2017 Kia Soul 2017 Kia Sportage 2016 Kia Rio 2016 Kia Sedona 2016 Kia Sorento
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April 28, 2017•Document ID: 10109842
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES; VISIBILITY
Mfr Comm. #:
PS497R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PIT STOP: UVO ESERVICES MIRROR BUTTONS (CUSTOMER GUIDE) - This pitstop provides information regarding the functionality of the UVO eServices buttons located on the rear view mirror in some 2016-2017MY K900 (KH), and 2017MY Optima Plug-in Hybrid (JF PHEV) and 2017MY Soul EV (PS EV) vehicles.
Associated Products (4)
2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Soul 2016 Kia K900
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April 17, 2017•Document ID: 10109837
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ELE101R3
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: BASE AUDIO SYSTEM UPGRADE - This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software of some 2014MY Soul (PS), Sorento (XMa), Optima (TF, QF), Forte (YD), Sportage (SL), and Rio (UB) vehicles, to improve Bluetooth® connectivity, Phonebook Download, Audio Streaming and Call History Download.
Associated Products (6)
2014 Kia Forte 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Rio 2014 Kia Sorento 2014 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Sportage
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April 17, 2017•Document ID: 10109836
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ELE100R4
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: UVO SYSTEM UPGRADE - This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the UVO system on some 2014-2016MY Soul (PS), Sorento (XMa)/(UMa), Optima (TF HEV), Forte (YD), Sportage (SL), 2015-2016MY Sedona (YP), and 2014-2015(MY) Optima (QF/TF) vehicles to address ?Incoming ring volume too loud? complaints when using certain smartphones (non-iPhone). Additionally, in 2014MY vehicles the upgrade will also improve Bluetooth connectivity and Voice Recognition (VR).
Associated Products (17)
2016 Kia Forte 2016 Kia Optima 2016 Kia Sedona 2016 Kia Sorento 2016 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Sportage 2015 Kia Forte 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Sedona 2015 Kia Sorento 2015 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Sportage 2014 Kia Forte 2014 Kia Optima 2014 Kia Sorento 2014 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Sportage
Associated Documents
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April 10, 2017•Document ID: 10109841
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
EQUIPMENT
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-SST043R2
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: R1234yf REFRIGERANT EQUIPMENT - This bulletin provides information relating to the introduction of R1234yf recovery, recycling, and recharging equipment. This equipment is designed to meet SAE J2843 requirements for servicing vehicles containing R1234yf refrigerant.
Associated Products (4)
2017 Kia Cadenza 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Soul 2017 Kia Sportage
Associated Documents
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March 24, 2017•Document ID: 10109829
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ELE129R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: UVO SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SA277) - This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the UVO software on some 2015MY Soul (PS), Sportage (SL), Optima (TF, QF), Forte (YD), and Sorento (XMa) vehicles to incorporate Bluetooth and Voice Recognition improvements.
Associated Products (5)
2015 Kia Forte 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Sorento 2015 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Sportage
Associated Documents
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March 24, 2017•Document ID: 10109828
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ELE128R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: AUDIO SOFTWARE UPGRADE (SA276) - This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the audio software on some 2015MY Soul (PS), Sportage (SL), Optima (TF, QF), Forte (YD), and Sorento (XMa) vehicles to incorporate Bluetooth and Voice Recognition improvements.
Associated Products (5)
2015 Kia Forte 2015 Kia Optima 2015 Kia Sorento 2015 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Sportage
Associated Documents
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March 21, 2017•Document ID: 10109855
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
VISIBILITY; EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Mfr Comm. #:
PS493
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: DEFOGGING LOGIC ? NORMAL OPERATION, DISABLING, AND ENABLING - Starting with 2010MY, all Kia vehicles, except Rio (JB), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the specific model, the HVAC control head monitors ambient temperature and/or cabin humidity to determine which settings will best prevent the windows from fogging. If the system detects lower ambient temperature or higher cabin humidity, the defogging logic may automatically switch ON the A/C, and/or set the air intake mode to Fresh Air. If the user changes these settings, the defogging logic will take control again after 3 to 5 minutes, depending on the procedure in this publication.
Associated Products (55)
2017 Kia Cadenza 2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia K900 2017 Kia Niro 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 Sedona 2016 Kia Sorento 2016 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Sportage 2015 Kia Cadenza 2015 Kia Forte 2015 Kia K900+ 35 more
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March 20, 2017•Document ID: 10109854
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
POWER TRAIN; ENGINE
Mfr Comm. #:
PS481
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PS481: DUAL CLUTCH TRANSMISSION (DCT) CHARACTERISTICS - All models with a 1.6L Turbo engine may come equipped with a 7-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT), except the 2017MY~ Niro (DE) with a 1.6L Atkinson engine comes equipped with a 6-speed Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). This automatic transmission is unlike the conventional automatic transmission found in the complete line up of Kia vehicles. The new DCT improves fuel efficiency and can also provide a sportier feel. Certain aspects of this technology may lead to customer concerns if they are unfamiliar with it. To help maximize owner satisfaction on this new technology, Kia would like all dealership sales and service personnel to be familiar with the characteristics of this new transmission.
Associated Products (4)
2017 Kia Forte 2017 Kia Optima 2017 Kia Soul 2016 Kia Optima
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March 20, 2017•Document ID: 10109852
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
WHEELS; POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-SC144
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN - DRIVESHAFT HUB NUT (LH/RH) REPLACEMENT (SC144) - This bulletin provides information on some 2014MY Soul (PS) vehicles, produced from July 21, 2013 through May 26, 2014, which may exhibit loosening of the driveshaft hub nut while driving. A loose hub nut can damage the axle bearing, eventually resulting in bearing noise and wheel vibration while driving.
Associated Products (1)
2014 Kia Soul
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March 16, 2017•Document ID: 10109851
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Mfr Comm. #:
TSB-ENG164R1
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
TSB: SERVICE ACTION: ECU UPGRADE - DTC P0441 LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA280) - This bulletin provides information related to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) software upgrade for some 2012-2016MY Rio (UB), 2014-2016 Soul (PS), and 2012-2013MY Soul (AM) vehicles, which may have a MIL on with DTC P0441: Evaporative Emissions System Incorrect Purge Flow.
Associated Products (10)
2016 Kia Rio 2016 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Rio 2015 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Rio 2014 Kia Soul 2013 Kia Rio 2013 Kia Soul 2012 Kia Rio 2012 Kia Soul
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March 15, 2017•Document ID: 10109853
Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE; FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL
Mfr Comm. #:
PS476
Date Added:
August 2, 2017
Manufacturer:
KIA
Summary
PITSTOP: INTERMITTENT LACK OF POWER OR HESITATION UPON ACCELERATION ? RESTRICTED FUEL LINE - 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. DTC P0087: Fuel Rail/System Pressure ? Too Low
Associated Products (3)
2016 Kia Soul 2015 Kia Soul 2014 Kia Soul
Associated Documents
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