PS223

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SUBJECT:
GROUP
MODEL
Electrical
Forte (TD)
NUMBER
DATE
PS223
October 2012
FORTE LOCK CONFIRMATION INOP WITH REMOTE START
ACCESSORY
Some remote start equipped Forte's may not indicate that the doors have been locked. The customer may state
that the vehicle will not flash the hazard lights or sound the horn when locking the doors with the transmitter.
As designed, the vehicle should flash the hazard lights and sound the horn after pressing the lock button two
(2) times within five (5) seconds.
If this concern is occurring, verify if it is related to the remote start control module by checking the position of
the overhead interior light switch. If the switch is in the "OFF" position, move the switch to the "DOOR"
position and retest the system. If the system performs properly, refer to the procedure below to address the
customer's concern.
1. Remove and isolate the negative battery terminal from the battery.
NOTE: Record customer's radio presets before disconnecting the negative terminal from the battery.
2.
Locate remote start control module CD under the driver's side dash near brake switch as shown in
Figure A.
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3. Carefully remove the DNA/Software Card C£l from the control module CD as shown in Figure B.
4.
Locate jumper# 1 on the control module and reposition it to the "UP" position as shown in Figure C.
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Carefully reinstall the DNA/Software Card onto the control module.
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CAUTION
Use care to assure that both rows of the DNA/Software Card multi-pin connectors are aligned
and seated properly.
6.
Unplug the 24-pin connector from the remote start control module.
7.
Using a scratch awl tool, carefully push out the secondary lock from the smaller of the two (2) ends
until it is completely removed from the 24-pin connector (Fig. D).
8.
Using a scratch awl tool, carefully push down the terminal metal tab securing the Yellow wire located
in cavity twenty (20) (Fig. E).
PUSH HERE
SECONDARY
LOCK
9.
Remove the Yellow wire by gently pulling outward as shown in Figure E.
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10. To ensure proper re-locking, carefully push the metal locking tab, located on the top of the terminal,
away from the terminal body (Fig. F).
11. Insert the Yellow wire until it "clicks" into place in cavity ten (10) (Fig. G).
12. Reinstall the secondary lock as shown in Figure G.
13. Reconnect the 24-pin connector onto the remote start module.
LOCKING
TAB
CAVITY
Side view of terminal
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SYSTEM POWER UP
Turn the ignition key to the "ON" position. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Turn the ignition key to
the "OFF" position.
FUNCTION CHECK
Refer to KGIS > Publication > Accessory info for vehicle specific remote engine start installation
instructions and a complete list of functions, to be verified, before delivering the vehicle.
NOTE: Reprogram radio pre-sets as recorded earlier.
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The Professional Publication for Kia Dealership Technicians & Service Staff
2012
Volume 15, Issue 5
Inside this Issue:
Page
Page
1
Immobilizer System Identification Before
Attempting Reflash
8
TechTimes Article Crossword
Puzzle
2
Techline Tech Tips I Newest TSBs
9
The Loupe Feature in GOS Professional
3
Are You Elite Certified?
10
Forte Lock Confirmation Inoperative on
Remote Start Equipped Vehicles
4
Bluetooth Wireless Technology
Troubleshooting Revisited
11
Hesitation and/or Hard Start Concern
After a 2.4L Remanufactured Short Block
Replacement
12
Crossword Puzzle Solution
6
Adding a Positive Detent to the Panoramic
Sunshade on Sorento (XM) and Sportage (SL)
7
The Magnetic Inductive Sensor
ntification Before Attempting Reflash
Tech Line cases are sometimes filed by technicians when a vehicle does not
start after an attempted re-flash is performed . This often is a result of a misidentified immobilizer system . The Immobilizer System identification should
always be the first step before attempting the reflashing procedure.
A. If the vehicle is equipped with a push button start, it is equipped with an
internal immobilizer. Key start vehicles are not equipped with an immobilizer,
with the exception of some older Amanti (GH) and Sedona (VQ) vehicles
with a transponder imbedded in the ignition key.
B. Before attempting the reflash , read the precautions in the TSB (see sample NOTICE below) for
clear instructions on determining whether the vehicle is equipped with an immobilizer. This is done
by identifying the amber immobilizer indicator light in the instrument cluster, which pictures a vehicle
with a key in the center. This amber light will stay on for approximately 15 seconds and turn back
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*NOTICE
When servicing this vehicle 1 ensure that first determine whether the vehicle is
equipped with an immobilizer security system
t#] before attempting any reflash.
Failure to follow proper procedures may cause the PCM to become inoperative after
the upgrade, and may be subject to chargeback.
Vehicle
2012
Sedona
Concern
Recommendation Before Calling Techline
ESC OTC C1201 C1211
Check the wheel speed sensor tone wheel that the OTC is associated with and see if
it has separated from or slipped on the hub. If the tone wheel has separated from the
hub, the hub assembly will need be replaced to correct the OTC .
2005-2008 P0711 Trans Temp
Sportage
sensor reoccurs
even after replacing
the Trans Temp
Sensor per TSB
TRANS 040.
Verify the transmission fluid is clean and full before doing anything further. Connect the
GDS to the vehicle and verify the Trans Temp reading in "Trans Current Data". If the
reading looks okay, the circuit is good from PCM to Trans for the temp sensor circuit.
Inspect the pin tension at the Trans connector for the temp sensor circuit and TCM and
confirm it is tight. Since the sensor was replaced already perTSB 040 and you have
confirmed good pin tension at the connector, contact DPSM for Reman Transmission
replacement approval due to a faulty pigtail harness inside the Transmission.
2011
or later
Optima
Check the BCM data to verify that the release lever signal is OK. Actuate the tailgate/
trunk release relay to see that it does open . If OK, check BCM data for door lock
status. If any door shows locked status when unlocked the BCM will ignore the release
lever input. A poor connection to the door lock actuator lock status switch or a poor
internal contact in the door lock actuator will show as a locked door and disable the
Tailgate/Rear Hatch as well as the trunk release operation .
Trunk does not open
with release lever,
even though the
doors are unlocked .
NOTE: On vehicles equipped with a Smart Key, the hatch or trunk will open whether or not
the doors are locked if you have the Smart Key FOB within two feet of the hatch/trunk.
Optima
Hybrid
(TF HEV)
Where can I find
the brake bleeding
procedure?
The brake bleeding procedure is located in KGIS Service Info-Shop ManualBrake System-Brake System--.Repair procedures. [Intentional repeat of "Brake
System."]
, Service Actions and Campaigns
rol Module Upgrades
omelink Garage Door Opener Protocol
t4-Wheel Alignment Equipment Recommendations
8
Caution During Rear Upper Arm Service
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Procedljre -- Hybrid Battery Charging
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to inform technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles. Trained Kia technicians have the equipment, tools,
safety instructions, publications and expertise to perform the job correctly and safely.
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The topics covered in this newsletter are designed to assist you with the diagnosis and repair of specific vehicle conditions. Just
because a condition is described in this newsletter, do not assume that it applies to your vehicle, or that your vehicle will have that
condition. In all cases, the procedures in the applicable Service Manual and/or Electrical Trouble-shooting Manual or on KGIS should
be performed first
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2012 is swiftly drawing to a close. Are you on track to attain your Elite Certification?
Becoming Elite Certified will qualify you for valuable recognition rewards. In addition,
attaining this Certification is a pre-qualifier for other Kia Elite programs. Please refer to the
Kia Elite Program Guides available on www.myKiaPerformanceCenter.com.
Qualifying for the Elite Certification program requires that students are at least
trained at the Professional level at the time of program conclusion. The Professional
Certification requirements consist of web-based training courses. These web courses
are on the KiaUniversity.com website 24/7, and they're available for you to take at
your convenience, according to your own schedule -Just remember that you have
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B/uetooth®* Wireless Technology Troubleshooting Revisited
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The recently released Pitstop 216 presents an
interesting headline for technicians who want
to learn more about how best to proceed in
troubleshooting a customer's Bluetooth®System
related concern :
wants to know is whether the problem is a
customer phone issue or a Bluetooth® system
one. The Kia Multi-Media Interface Tester
(07130-10100) is the quickest way to determine
where the problem lies.
"Use this Pitstop to explain to customers the
various troubleshooting techniques to resolve
customer concerns related to the Bluetooth®
system. The customer concern can be phone
will not pair, phone will not reconnect, or other
Bluetooth®concern. "
The Kia Multi-Media Tester (MIT) will check
Bluetooth®function, pairing ability, and the AUX
and USB inputs quickly and accurately.
With all the various cell phone
models and manufacturers
available today, the number
of phone pairing processes
make compatibility issues high
on the probable cause list.
Knowing where to find phone
compatibility information is
critical in determining a Bluetooth® concern.
Kia does a great job in making this information
available on the website, as shown in the Pitstop
article , as well as the Bluetooth Compatibility
button found on the left column of the KGIS
homepage. This button gives you links to Kia .
corn's Consumer Bluetooth and Compatibility
web page, Kia Bluetooth®Phone System Guide,
and Kia Bluetooth®"Frequently Asked Questions"
Let's revisit the procedure to test the Bluetooth®
system.
To connect the MIT to the audio head unit:
1. Turn vehicle ignition ON .
2. Connect the MIT's AUX and USB cables to the
AUX/USB/iPod ports on the vehicle (as shown
in Fig. 1 below) .
3. For vehicles without a USB port, a USB power
adapter is supplied to power the MIT. In this
case, plug the USB into the power adapter,
which is then plugged into the power outlet
(see Fig 2 below).
When a customer comes in for service with a
Bluetooth® concern, the first thing a technician
4. The MIT is ready to use when the green
POWER LED is illuminated.
6. Press and hold the TEST SELECTOR
button on the MIT until the Bluetooth® LED
illuminates.
Continued on next page
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Wireless TE?~gnology Troubleshooting Revisited (Continued)
PAIRING FUNCTION TEST
AUX/LINE-IN FUNCTION TEST
Set the Head Unit to Bluetooth®pairing mode.
1. Connect the MIT AUX and USB cables to the
AUX/USB/iPod ports on the vehicle.
For Bluetooth®passkey "0000":
1. Press and release the PAIR/CALL button.
The LED will blink slowly while pairing is
in progress, but will change to a quick flash
when pairing is complete.
For all other Bluetooth®passkeys:
1. Press and hold the PAIR/CALL button until all
3 LEDs illuminate.
2a . For each passkey digit, perform this process :
Press the PAIR/CALL button the number of
times that corresponds to the dig it number,
then press the TEST SELECTOR button to
enter the digit; for example , press the PAIR/
CALL button 3 times for digit 3 and 8 times for
digit 8.
3a . After the last passkey digit, press and hold the
TEST SELECTOR button until the Bluetooth®
LED flashes .
3b. The Bluetooth® LED will blink slowly while
pairing is in progress , but will change to a
quick flash when pairing is complete.
3c. The vehicle Head Unit should confirm pairing
is complete.
If the vehicle passes this easy test you have
determined there are no Bluetooth® system
pairing problems and you can focus on the
customer's phone as the source of their concern .
For additional system testing you can perform
the following diagnoses:
PLACE A TEST CALL
1. Confirm pairing is complete . The Bluetooth®
LED will be in a quick flash mode.
2. Press and release the PAIR/CALL button to
test the call functionality.
3. Use the vehicle Head Unit controls to
answer the call. After confirming the working
Bluetooth® system, end the call with the
vehicle Head Unit.
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2. Press and hold the TEST SELECTOR button
on the MIT until the AUX LED illuminates.
3. The vehicle should default to AUX input. The
Head Unit will confirm with a message that the
audio input jack test using the MIT is working
correctly.
USB FUNCTION TEST
1. Connect the MIT AUX and USB cables to the
AUX/USB/iPod ports on the vehicle.
2. Press and hold the TEST SELECTOR button
on the MIT until the AUX LED illuminates.
3. The vehicle should default to USB input. The
Head Unit will confirm with a message that
the USB input test using the MIT is working
correctly.
With a little practice you should be able to
perform these quick tests in a snap, and reduce
your diagnostic time wh ile gaining increased
confidence in your ability to troubleshoot and
correct a Bluetooth®concern.
The current design intent for the sunshade
has two positions, OPEN or CLOSED; if the
sunshade is positioned in any other position,
unintended movement remains possible during
driving, especially over rough roads because
there are no detent positions to hold it in place.
Follow the instructions below to create additional
detents, and to reduce unintended movement
of the sunshade from the CLOSED position.
Do not try to modify the design in any other way
in attempting to repair this concern. Detailed
instructions can also be found using Pitstop
Article PS215.
1. Open the front sunroof sliding glass.
2. Measure .from the front edge of track 1"
(25mm) and place mark.
3. Using a pair of pliers or a punch make a 0.020"
(.5mm) depression in upper track where
the measured mark was made to create
resistance when closing the sunshade.
4. Repeat the same step on the opposite side,
to adjust the rear sunshade detent, pull the
headliner down slightly to disconnect the
fasteners and make the same adjustment as
described to the front track. When complete,
snap headliner back into place, make sure
your hands are clean when putting headliner
back in place. Clean hand-prints as required.
5. If the adjustment you made is too tight, open
the detent you created with a screwdriver and
re-adjust the detent as required.
This procedure can be applied to the front or rear sunshade
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Inductive Sensor
In the last issue, we discussed the 2-wire hall
type sensor. In this issue, we will cover the
2-wire magnetic inductive type sensor. This
sensor is typically used as a crankshaft position
sensor (CKP) and wheel speed sensor (WSS) .
This sensor consists of a coil of wire wrapped
around a permanent magnet. A toothed reluctor
wheel rotates near the magnet in the sensor
and changes the magnetic lines of flux, which
produces an ac voltage that is monitored by an
Electronic Control Unit.
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AWAY FROM SENSOR CENTERLINE
The sensor can be measured with an oscilloscope. Simply disconnect the sensor and place the oscilloscope
across the sensor terminals. Crank the engine for the CKP, or rotate the wheel for a WSS.
These values vary by year and model.
For circuit operation, the ECU outputs a bias
voltage ranging from 1.0 volts to 2.5 volts .
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range of 600 to 800 n and can be measured
with an ohmmeter since it is a coil of wire.
Always check service information for the correct specifications.
Next issue we will cover the digital and analog Mass Air Flow Sensors(MAF).
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the sensor and with Key ON Engine OFF
measure the voltage at both terminals on the
harness side . They should be the same.
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page 12.
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1. A 2-wire sensor magnetic inductive position sensor's _ _ is usually in the range of 600 to 800 ohms.
7. When using the VMI to monitor a CKP sensor on Theta I & II engines, a normal signal will show a" _ _ " CKP signal pattern.
9. The process to correct a lock confirmation concern in some Fortes equipped with remote start includes removing and
re-securing the _ _ _ _. (2 words)
11. The Kia Multi-Media Tester (MIT) will check Bluetooth® function, _ _ _ _, and the AUX and USB inputs quickly and
accurately. (2 words)
13. The only 'key start' vehicles that might be equipped with an immobilizer system are some older _ _ and Sedona vehicles
with a transponder imbedded in the ignition key.
15. Qualifying for the Elite Certification program requires that students are at least trained at the _ _ level at the time of
program conclusion.
16. Becoming Elite Certified will qualify you for valuable recognition _ _.
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2.
If the adjustment you made to the upper track of a Panoramic Sunshade on a Sorento (XM) is too tight, you can open the
detent you created with a _ _.
3. A button on the KGIS homepage can link technicians to helpful information, guides, and FAQs concerning potential
Bluetooth® _ _ issues with a customer's phone.
4. The two possible causes of a customer's Bluetooth® concern are a _ _ issue, or a Bluetooth® System issue.
5. A 2-wire sensor magnetic inductive position sensor, such as a crankshaft position sensor, can be measured by placing a
_ _ across the sensor terminals and cranking the engine.
6. Some remanufactured 2.4L Theta I & II engines may have had incorrect CKP trigger wheels installed, causing a potential
hard start or
concern.
8. The presence of an immobilizer system can be determined by placing a vehicle in "key on" position for about 15 seconds
and looking for an amber indicator light that pictures a vehicle with a _ _ in the center of it, in the instrument cluster.
10. The loupe feature in a GDS Pro laptop will allow you to _ _ portions of the screen.
12. Clicking and dragging on the handle of a loupe on your GDS Pro laptop will make the loupe _ _ .
14. The purpose of creating additional detents on some Sorento and Sportage sunshade tracks is to reduce unintended
movement of the sunshade from the _ _ position.
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The Panasonic Tough book® sitting on your GOS Professional
has a feature that can help when it comes to making portions
of a document easier to view and read on the display screen.
This "loupe utility" allows you to magnify portions of the
screen as you move the loupe tool around the display, much
like a magnifying glass.
To activate your loupe, click on the Windows Start button.
Select All Programs, then Panasonic, then Loupe Utility.
On the Loupe Utility window, click OK. Note the icon
indicated by the arrow in the image of the Loupe Utility page
to the right; Once you press OK to open the Loupe Utility,
this icon will show up in the notification area in the lower
right area of your display,
as shown here:
Clicking this icon at any
time will· launch your
loupe.
Clicking and holding anywhere in the loupe display window
will allow you to move the magnifying glass around. If you
click on the handle and drag it, you can make the magnifying
glass bigger. To hide the loupe, click on the "+" on the
handle.
9 • TECH TIMES-Volume 15, Issue 5- 2012
· e on Remote Start Equipped Vehicles
Some remote start equipped Forte's may not indicate that the doors have been locked. The customer may state that the
vehicle will not flash the hazard lights or sound the horn when locking the doors with the transmitter. As designed, the vehicle
should flash the hazard lights and sound the horn after pressing the lock button two times within five seconds.
If this concern is occurring, verify if it is related to the remote start control module by checking the position of the overhead
interior light switch. If the switch is in the "OFF" position, move the switch to the "DOOR" position and retest the system.
If the system performs properly, refer to the procedure below to address the customer's concern.
1. Remove and isolate the negative battery cable
from the battery.
NOTE: Record customer's radio presets before
disconnecting the negative terminal from the battery.
2. Locate the
Remote start
control module
(1) on the driver's
side dash near
brake switch as
shown.
9. Remove the
yellow wire by
pulling outward.
10. Push the metal locking tab located on the top of the
terminal away from the terminal body.
4. Locate
jumper#
1 on the
control
module
and reposition
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5. Carefully reinstall the DNA/Software Card to the
control module.
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7. Using a scratch awl tool, carefully push out the
secondary lock from the smaller of the two ends until it
is completely removed from the 24-pin connector.
8. Using a
scratch awl
tool, carefully
push down
the terminal
metal tab,
securing the
yellow wire
located in
cavity twenty.
3. Carefully remove the DNA/
Software Card (2) from the
control module (1 ).
position
as
shown.
6. Unplug the 24-pin connector from the remote start
control module.
CAUTION
Use care to assure that both rows of the DNA/
Software Card multi-pin connectors are
properly aligned and seated.
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11 . Insert the
yellow wire
until it "clicks"
into place in
cavity ten .
12. Reinstall the
secondary
lock as shown.
Continued on next page
SYSTEM POWER-UP
Tum the ignition key to the "ON" position. Reconnect the negative battery cable. Tum the ignition key to the "OFP' position.
FUNCTION CHECK
Refer to KGIS > Publication >Accessory info for vehicle specific remote engine start installation instructions and a
complete list of functions, to be verified, before delivering the vehicle.
NOTE: Reprogram radio pre-sets as recorded earlier.
The purpose of this article is to assist in determining whether or not the CKP trigger wheel in 2.4L Theta
I & II remanufactured engines is the correct trigger wheel prior to installing a new one on a vehicle. A
very small number of remanufactured 2.4L Theta 1&11 engines may have had incorrect CKP trigger
wheels installed, which may cause a hard start or hesitation concern.
To address this concern, remove the CKP sensor to gain access to the CKP trigger wheel. The image
of the CKP trigger wheel on the left below illustrators a correct "step down" design, while the image on
the right shows an incorrect "step up" design.
If a remanufactured engine has already been installed into a vehicle without prior inspection of the
correct CKP trigger wheel verification, and a hesitation and/or hard start concern is experienced, use
the following inspection and diagnostic procedure to identify the cause, since gaining access to CKP
trigger wheel is difficult without removing the ladder support frame of the short block assembly.
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CKP "Low"
Signal
1. Connect the VMI and monitor CMP and CKP sensors, especially the CKP, to see ifthe scope pattern
for "missing tooth" area is a "low" or "high" signal.
2. If you see a pattern similar to the image on the right, with "high' signal, please order either one of the
part numbers below, and install it to correct this concern.
The part number for remanufactured 2.4L Theta 1&11 short block is
212Y2-25HOOCR.
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