2015 Kia K900 TSBs

alignment on 2014MY and later vehicles that may exhibit a warning light ON related to radar sensor alignment errors in the Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)/Smart Cruise Control (SCC) system.

the Multi-Function Switch (see below) in certain 2015~2016MY K900 (KH) Luxury V8 vehicles, equipped with LED Headlights, and produced from December 18, 2013 through January 11, 2016. Use of the headlights in AUTO mode over time may result in increased electrical resistance of the contact points, which in turn may affect the operation of the Electronic Control Unit located inside the Multi-Function Switch. If this occurs, the headlights may flicker and/or intermittently turn off while driving. To correct this condition, follow the procedure outlined in this bulletin. Before conducting the procedure, verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.

USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to the use of aftermarket USB charging cables, including; * Electrical interference and limited or no functionality when attempting to play music, or when charging a device through the USB port * Excessive static or noise when listening to the audio source * Malfunctions and screen freeze of the head unit screen * Slow down of the system response while device is plugged in * Music will not play from iPhone 5 or 6 with Kia iPod cable and aftermarket adapter * No or limited functionality when trying to play music from an Apple device

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.

The TPMS positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a KDS.

slight modification to the vent elbow/hose will be needed in order to properly secure the vent hose assembly to the replacement battery.

related to an inspection of the current ECM ROM ID and, if necessary, an upgrade of the ECM software on some 2015MY K900 vehicles, produced from January 24, 2014 through April 10, 2014, which may not have the latest version ROM ID installed.

SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH BLIND SPOT DETECTION (BSD), WHICH MAY EXHIBIT A CHECK BSD SYSTEM MESSAGE WITH DTCS: C270254 AND C270354: C270254: CONTROL MODULE MASTER MISSING CALIBRATION / C270354: CONTROL MODULE SLAVE MISSING CALIBRATION

REPLACE THE HEADREST ELEVATOR MODULE OF SOME K900 (KH) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM MARCH 20, 2014 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 19, 2014 AND EQUIPPED WITH MANUALLY ADJUSTABLE HEADRESTS, WHICH MAY EXHIBIT DIFFICULTIES WHEN ADJUSTING THE HEADREST HEIGHT. TO PREVENT AND/OR CORRECT THIS CONDITION, REPLACE THE HEADREST ELEVATOR MODULE WITH A NEW ONE BY FOLLOWING THE SERVICE PROCEDURE OUTLINED BELOW. KIA IS REQUESTING THE COMPLETION OF THIS SERVICE ACTION ON ALL AFFECTED VEHICLES, INCLUDING DEALER STOCK, PRIOR TO DELIVERY.

(SEE BELOW) IN CERTAIN 2015~2016MY K900 (KH) LUXURY V8 VEHICLES,EQUIPPED WITH LED HEADLIGHTS, AND PRODUCED FROM DECEMBER 18, 2013 THROUGH JANUARY 11, 2016. USE OF THE HEADLIGHTS IN AUTO MODE OVER TIME MAY RESULT IN INCREASED ELECTRICAL RESISTANCE OF THE CONTACT POINTS, WHICH IN TURN MAY AFFECT THE OPERATION OF THE ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT LOCATED INSIDE THE MULTI-FUNCTION SWITCH. IF THIS OCCURS, THE HEADLIGHTS MAY FLICKER AND/OR INTERMITTENTLY TURN OFF WHILE DRIVING. TO CORRECT THIS CONDITION, FOLLOW THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED IN THIS BULLETIN. BEFORE CONDUCTING THE PROCEDURE, VERIFY THE VEHICLE IS INCLUDED IN THE LIST OF AFFECTED VINS.

ECM SOFTWARE UPGRADE OF SOME 2015MY K900 (KH) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM DECEMBER 13, 2013 THROUGH DECEMBER 15, 2014, TO IMPROVE REAR OXYGEN (02) SENSOR LOGIC.

THIS SPECIAL SERVICE TOOL (SST) WAS DEVELOPED TO IMPROVE THE EFFICIENCY AND EFFECTIVENESS OF UPDATING 2010MY, AND LATER, KIA AUDIO HEAD UNITS USING A GDS, AND NOW, THE SAME FUNCTIONALITY IS AVAILABLE ON KDS. SOME TECHNICIANS MAY NOT BE AWARE OF THE BENEFITS THE AUM TOOL HAS TO OFFER. THE AUM ELIMINATES THE NEED FOR MULTIPLE USB FLASH DRIVES FOR SPECIFIC VEHICLE MODELS AND APPLICATIONS WHICH, IF MISAPPLIED, MAY RESULT IN AN IMPROPER AUDIO SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE AND/OR LOCKED UP HEAD UNIT. ADDITIONALLY, FIELD REPORTS HAVE INDICATED THAT USB DRIVES FOR AUDIO UPDATES ARE EASILY LOST OR MISPLACED.

diagnosis of the Inhibitor Switch.

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.

provides the procedure to replace two (2) solenoid valves (35R and 4&OD) and improve the gear shift logic of the Transmission Control Unit (TCU) on some 2015-2016MY K900 (KH) vehicles, equipped with Tau 5.0L engine and 8-speed automatic transmission w/Shift-By-Wire (A8LR1-SBW), which may exhibit symptoms of abnormal shift shock during an upshift (2nd-->3rd, 3rd-->4th, 4th-->5th). This condition occurs on vehicles with mileage over 12,000 miles and may be due to possible premature wear of the solenoid valve. To correct this concern, replace the 35R and 4&O/D solenoid valves with added H ventilation port, perform TCU relearn, and, if applicable, apply the improved logic to the Transmission system using the KDS ECU Upgrade function as described in this bulletin.

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.

considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.

regarding data transfer of automatic transmission (A/T) characteristic values on 2015MY-2018MY K900 (KH) vehicles equipped with A8TR1 8-speed A/T and 2017MY~ Sportage (QL), Forte (YDm), and Cadenza (YG) vehicles equipped with the GEN2 Type (A6MF2-2 6-speed / A8LF1 8-speed) A/T. The type of solenoid valve used to control gear shifts changed from indirect to direct control type to reduce oil capacity and improve fuel efficiency.

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.

WHICH MONITORS AND PREVENTS THE SIMULTANEOUS ACTIVATION OF ACCELERATOR AND BRAKE PEDALS. WHEN ENGAGED, THE FEATURE REDUCES ENGINE POWER TO IDLE. MOST CUSTOMERS WILL NEVER NOTICE THE SMART PEDAL FEATURE WHEN ACTIVE, HOWEVER, CUSTOMERS WHO TEND TO REST THEIR FOOT ON THE BRAKE PEDAL WHILE DRIVING MIGHT DESCRIBE A HESITATION OR DELAY SYMPTOM AND NOT REALIZE THAT THE EMS ELECTRONIC CONTROL MODULE IS INTERVENING, AS DESIGNED.

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.

MODEL ALL. NO YEARS LISTED. *PE

identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations.

(ELE091) (Rev 1) - This bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. This procedure will now be required when ordering head units through the Direct Exchange Program (see Parts Bulletin 91-961-0005).

software of some 2015MY K900 (KH) vehicles, produced from January 2, 2014 through March 17, 2015, to resolve concerns related to ?Application Error? messages on the navigation screen and system reboots or blank screen concerns

for upgrading the navigation system software of some 2015MY K900 (KH) vehicles, produced from January 2, 2014 through October 15, 2014, to resolve concerns related to ?Application Error? messages on the navigation screen and system reboots after the expiration of Sirius XM trial period.

head unit on all K900 (KH) vehicles.

ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY NEW MODELS (DURING PDI INSPECTION OR AT THE POINT OF PURCHASE) OR COMPATIBILITY MISMATCHES THAT OCCUR AFTER HEAD UNIT REPLACEMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS PROGRAM.

BLUETOOTH CONCERNS WHEN USING AN IPHONE WITH IOS 8.X (IOS 8, 8.0.1, 8.0.2, 8.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, ETC.) WHILE PAIRED TO A HEAD UNIT.

ERROR MESSAGES THAT MAY BE DISPLAYED ON THE NAVIGATION SCREEN WHEN THE INCORRECT SD CARD IS INSERTED. NOTE: ONLY NEW MODELS (DURING PDI INSPECTION OR AT THE POINT OF PURCHASE) OR COMPATIBILITY MISMATCHES THAT OCCUR AFTER HEAD UNIT REPLACEMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS PROGRAM.

RECORD THE HEAD UNIT SOFTWARE LEVEL ON VARIOUS HEAD UNIT PLATFORMS AND GENERATIONS. THIS PROCEDURE WILL NOW BE REQUIRED WHEN ORDERING HEAD UNITS THROUGH THE DIRECT EXCHANGE PROGRAM.

Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the driver while parking, by calculating distance based on the difference in signal transmission and reception times between the vehicle (ultrasonic sensor) and an object. The membrane film of the ultrasonic sensor is used for object detention and can be damaged by stone chips or foreign substances while driving. Damage to the cover of the ultrasonic sensor can also lead to damage to the internal circuit. As a result of this external damage, the PDW system may not receive the proper signal from the ultrasonic sensor. In some cases, the system may cause a false alarm, no alert, or phantom warnings by a Warning Lamp to be displayed on the cluster. The ultrasonic sensor membrane film should be always inspected for external damage and if any part replacement should be treated as a general repair, not as a warranty claim repair for this concern. (Please note that this Pitstop only applies to models/trims that are equipped with the ultrasonic sensors.)

New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. 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, and the transmission oil cooler is transferred to the new transmission.

A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced.

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.

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 on page 2. Refer to the shop manual on KGIS for the specific Kia model for the correct transmission fluid check/fill procedures.

JF-HEV, JF-PHEV) vehicles, the accelerator pedal features a small detent with a spring to provide increased resistance to help avoid unnecessary fuel consumption when applying full throttle. When the driver depresses the pedal beyond the resistance where the detent is felt (above 85% WOT), the pedal will easily reach WOT and kickdown shift will occur accordingly. For additional information, refer to the individual vehicle?s Owner?s Manual under section ?Driving Your Vehicle? ? Automatic Transmission (Drive).

information related to an upgrade of the TCM software for 2015MY K900 vehicles, produced prior to April 30, 2014, which may exhibit a ?rough shift feeling? concern, particularly when downshifting from third to second gear.

DIRECT SOLENOID CONTROL FOR THE CLUTCH AND BRAKE SYSTEM INSIDE THE TRANSMISSION. DUE TO HYDRAULIC PRESSURE VARIANCE AT THE TIME OF TRANSMISSION AND SOLENOID PRODUCTION, SHOCK OR SHIFT DELAY MAY OCCUR DURING GEAR SHIFT AFTER REPLACEMENT. IN RESPONSE TO THIS PRESSURE VARIANCE, THE HYDRAULIC PRESSURE IS RECORDED IN A BAR CODE FORMAT AND AFFIXED IN THE FORM OF TWO LABELS (A) ON THE LEFT SIDE OF THE TRANSMISSION. WHENEVER THE TCM AND/OR 8-SPEED TRANSMISSION IS REPLACED, THE BAR CODE VALUE MUST BE ENTERED (B) INTO GDS/KDS BY FOLLOWING THE PROCEDURE OUTLINED ON KGIS.

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.

provides the procedure to inspect the start button switch cap and replace the start button switch assembly, if necessary, on certain 2015 MY K900 (KH) vehicles, produced from December 18, 2013 through May 12, 2014. The SSB in certain vehicles may cause difficulty starting and/or shutting off the vehicle due to a broken start button switch cap.

Interval Reminder" feature available on most Kia vehicles. 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.

keys that could be programmed to a vehicle was 2. On certain 2014-15MY Kia vehicles, the amount of keys that can be programmed to a vehicle has increased to 3. For information on the current number of keys ?learned? by the system, access SMK > Current Data in GDS, as shown below. To program any additional keys, follow the applicable service procedure on KGIS.

INSPECT THE START BUTTON SWITCH CAP AND REPLACE THE START BUTTON SWITCH ASSEMBLY, IF NECESSARY, ON CERTAIN 2015 MY K900 (KH) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM DECEMBER 18, 2013 THROUGH MAY 12, 2014. THE SSB IN CERTAIN VEHICLES MAY CAUSE DIFFICULTY STARTING AND/OR SHUTTING OFF THE VEHICLE DUE TO A BROKEN START BUTTON SWITCH CAP.

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New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. When servicing windshield wipers on the below listed vehicles, including during PDI, ensure to raise the wiper arms to a vertical position to avoid damaging the paint on the rear edge of the hood.

2016MY~ Optima (JFa/JF), and 2018MY~ Stinger (CK) vehicles 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.

during PDI, always 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.

TO THE FULLY VERTICAL POSITION.

concern on 2017-2019MY Sportage (QL) and 2015-2018MY K900 (KH) vehicles that may have a seized compressor. To confirm the diagnosis of a seized A/C compressor, visually inspect for a paint mark (A) against the limiter in the center of the compressor. If the mark is no longer aligned (B), an internal disconnection of the limiter has occurred and the compressor assembly needs to be replaced.

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.

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(KH) VEHICLES, PRODUCED FROM JOB #1 THROUGH OCTOBER 13, 2014, WHICH MAY EXPERIENCE DIMINISHED COOLING PERFORMANCE OR AN INOPERATIVE A/C SYSTEM. TECHNICIANS CAN VALIDATE THIS CONDITION BY OPERATING THE A/C SYSTEM AND BY CHECKING SYSTEM LINE PRESSURE. IF SYSTEM PRESSURES (HIGH/LOW) ARE EQUAL; CHECK FOR COMPRESSOR SEIZURE OR FOR A CRACKED COMPRESSOR CASING (COMPLETE LOSS OF REFRIGERANT). TO CORRECT THIS CONCERN, REPLACE THE A/C COMPRESSOR, INCLUDING REQUIRED ASSOCIATED PARTS PER THE TABLE ON PAGE 3, BY REFERRING TO THE APPLICABLE WORKSHOP MANUAL ON KGIS.

substance found on some Kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.

once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? 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.? It is critical for technicians to be aware that ALL such locking fasteners, regardless of type, are for ?one time use? only.

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.?

illuminated with DTC(s) P0442, P0455, P0456, or P0457 (Evaporative Emissions System-Leak detected) and the evaporative (EVAP) leak self-test resulted in NTF, a manual EVAP test is recommended.

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.

MODE SWITCHING FROM RECIRCULATION TO FRESH AIR MODE WITHOUT CUSTOMER INPUT; ON THE APPLICABLE VEHICLES IN THIS PITSTOP, THE HVAC LOGIC HAS BEEN MODIFIED TO SWITCH THE AIR INTAKE MODE TO FRESH AIR, AUTOMATICALLY, WHEN OPENING THE SUNROOF. THIS IS DONE TO PREVENT EXHAUST GASES FROM ENTERING THE CABIN WHEN THE SUNROOF IS OPEN. THIS CONDITION SHOULD BE CONSIDERED NORMAL OPERATION AND NOT A MALFUNCTION.