Kia Sorento Service Bulletins (2011)

202 manufacturer communications on file.

• March 30, 2023•Document ID: 10233638

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  CS2304_TSB_R1

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: CUSTOMER SATISFACTION: ANTI-THEFT S/W LOGIC UPGRADE & DECAL INSTALLATION (CS2304) - 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 upgrade the software logic of the Integrated Body Control Unit (IBU) or Body Control Module (BCM), or Intelligent Integrated Platform Module (IPM) system on certain 2011-2015MY Sorento (XMa), 2016-2020MY Sorento (UMa), and 2021-2022MY Sorento (MQ4a) 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.

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• March 29, 2023•Document ID: 10233308

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  CS2304A_OWNR

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2023

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  CUSTOMER SATISFACTION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system should a locked vehicle be the subject of a break-in and theft attempt without the key. This software upgrade will be available to the customer free of charge for eighteen (18) months from the date of this letter. When the software upgrade is complete, Kia will also provide the customer with window stickers that can be applied to your vehicle to discourage a break-in.

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• November 18, 2022•Document ID: 10226555

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  POWER TRAIN

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_TRA046_R3

  Date Added:

  December 6, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL 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.

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• September 13, 2022•Document ID: 10219692

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_SST067_R2

  Date Added:

  September 17, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL 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.

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• May 19, 2022•Document ID: 10212202

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI2101YZ_TSB

  Date Added:

  June 3, 2022

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  SUBSEQUENT REPAIR ACTION: ENGINE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR DTC P1326 (PI2101Y/Z) - This bulletin provides information related to the Technical Service Bulletin previously published in (PI2101) titled "Knock Sensor Detection System - ECU Logic Improvement" for 2011MY Sorento (XMa) vehicles equipped with Theta 2.4L MPI engine, produced from October 24, 2009 through June 24, 2011. Specifically, this bulletin provides instructions on which procedures to follow if, after installation of the KSDS, any one of the subject vehicles below return to the dealer with Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P1326 (Knock Signal Range/Performance).

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• November 4, 2021•Document ID: 10203695

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_SST067_R1

  Date Added:

  December 1, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  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.

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• October 5, 2021•Document ID: 10202226

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STEERING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_CHA084_R8

  Date Added:

  October 22, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - 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 regarding the partial repair of the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Motor, Electronic Control Unit (ECU), Steering Column Housing, or Worm Gear Assembly. When the steering wheel is rotated a scraping noise can be heard originating from the lower bearing on the Worm Gear Assembly on some 2010MY~ Kia models listed on page 8, equipped with a Column Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) unit. On some vehicles when the steering wheel is rotated a scraping noise can be heard originating from the lower bearing on the Worm Gear Assembly and does not affect the steering effort.

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• September 13, 2021•Document ID: 10201529

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STRUCTURE; EXTERIOR LIGHTING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_BOD055_R1

  Date Added:

  October 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFORMATION FOR HEADLAMP CONDENSATION AND MOISTURE - 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 relating to some Kia models that may exhibit fogging, condensation, and/or moisture inside a headlamp assembly. Generally, a fogging condition is considered normal and can be eliminated by turning on the headlamps with the engine running for up to 30 minutes or during normal driving conditions. Headlamp assembly replacement WILL NOT be necessary in most cases.

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• May 28, 2021•Document ID: 10194674

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI2101_TSB_R1

  Date Added:

  June 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI2101 - THETA 2.4L MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2101) - 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 related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) in order to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage.

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• March 25, 2021•Document ID: 10189545

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  STEERING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_CHA084_R7

  Date Added:

  April 6, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - 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 regarding the partial repair of the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Motor, Electronic Control Unit (ECU), Steering Column Housing, or Worm Gear Assembly. When the steering wheel is rotated a scraping noise can be heard originating from the lower bearing on the Worm Gear Assembly on some 2010MY~ Kia models listed on page 8, equipped with a Column Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) unit.

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• March 11, 2021•Document ID: 10189272

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_ENG222_R2

  Date Added:

  March 24, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES - 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 diagnosing and/or repairing some 2011-2019MY vehicles (refer to table below for applicable model and engine), which may exhibit a symptom of excessive oil consumption.

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• January 27, 2021•Document ID: 10186041

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_ENG222_R1

  Date Added:

  February 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA ENGINES - 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 diagnosing and/or repairing some 2011-2019MY vehicles (refer to table below for applicable model and engine), which may exhibit a symptom of excessive oil consumption.

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• January 21, 2021•Document ID: 10186033

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI2101_OWNR

  Date Added:

  February 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN - OWNER LETTER - This document is notice to the 2011 MY Sorento vehicle owners advising them of the Product Improvement Campaign on their vehicles.

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• January 20, 2021•Document ID: 10186035

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI2101_TSB

  Date Added:

  February 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN - PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN PI2101 - THETA 2.4L MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM (KSDS) ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2101) - This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) in order to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage.

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• January 20, 2021•Document ID: 10186034

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI2101_QA

  Date Added:

  February 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN - This document is the Question and Answer Guide containing the most frequently asked questions on a campaign.

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• January 20, 2021•Document ID: 10186032

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE; ENGINE; EQUIPMENT

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI2101_DSM

  Date Added:

  February 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN - DEALER SERVICE MANAGER LETTER - This document is notice to the Dealer Service Managers advising them of the Product Improvement Campaign.

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• January 20, 2021•Document ID: 10186031

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  PI2101_DP

  Date Added:

  February 2, 2021

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN - DEALER PRINCIPAL LETTER - This document is the notice to the dealer principals notifying them of the Product Improvement Campaign.

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• November 25, 2020•Document ID: 10183333

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; STEERING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_CHA084_R6

  Date Added:

  December 2, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - 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 regarding the partial repair of the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Motor, Electronic Control Unit (ECU), Worm Gear Assembly or Steering Column Housing on some 2010MY~ Kia models listed on page 8, equipped with a Column Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) unit.

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• November 4, 2020•Document ID: 10183332

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STEERING; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

  Mfr Comm. #:

  TSB_CHA084_R5

  Date Added:

  December 2, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: PARTIAL REPAIR OF C-MDPS MOTOR, ECU, WORM GEAR AND/OR STEERING COLUMN HOUSING - 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 regarding the partial repair of the Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) Motor, Electronic Control Unit (ECU), Worm Gear Assembly or Steering Column Housing on some 2010MY~ Kia models listed on page 8, equipped with a Column Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) unit.

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• September 29, 2020•Document ID: 10180663

  Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
  EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; AIR BAGS; SEATS

  Mfr Comm. #:

  WTY016_REIMB

  Date Added:

  October 5, 2020

  Manufacturer:

  KIA

  Summary

  WARRANTY EXTENSION PROGRAM - This document is the notice to the vehicle owners, advising them of the Warranty Extension on the Occupant Detection System Sensor Pad to fifteen (15) years with unlimited mileage, starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service.

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