TSBCLI021R1

group
Climate
NUMBER
021 [Rev 1, 07/17/2013]
model
2012-13MY Soul (AM)
DATE
June 2013
Technical Service Bulletin
SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL
UNIT LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148)
SUBJECT:
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NOTICE
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 controller software upgrade for 2012-13MY Soul
(AM) vehicles, produced from July 11, 2011 to June 22, 2012, and equipped with Manual HVAC
controls. The possible concern relates to an HVAC controller which may emit CAN error messages
that may cause communication concerns between other systems on the network. As a result, MIL
may be “ON” along with CAN Communication related DTCs, C1623 and C1687 (active or stored).
To correct this condition, upgrade the HVAC controller using the procedure outlined in this TSB. For
confirmation that the latest reflash has been done to a vehicle you are working on, verify ROM ID
using the tables in this TSB.
Global
Diagnostic
System
(GDS)
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NOTICE
DO NOT replace any parts related to the DTCs mentioned above unless proven to be the
cause for the DTC AFTER the reflash has been performed. First perform the reflash as
described in this bulletin, and verify that no DTC(s) will re-set. Should a DTC re-set after
the reflash, diagnose according to KGIS. Parts replacement in conjunction with this TSB
may be subject to Mandatory Parts Return and returned parts will be tested by KMA.
Unnecessarily replaced parts will be subject to chargeback.
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NOTICE
A Service Action is a repair program without customer notification that is performed
during the warranty period. Any dealer requesting to perform this repair outside the
warranty period will require DPSM approval.
Repair status for a VIN is provided on WebDCS (Service> Warranty Coverage> Warranty
Coverage Inquiry> Campaign Information). Not completed Recall / Service Action
reports are available on WebDCS (Consumer Affairs> Not Completed Recall> Recall
VIN> Select Report), which includes a list of affected vehicles.
This issue number is SA148.
File Under:

Circulate To:
X General Manager
X Service Advisor(s) X Technician(s)
X Service Manager
X Parts Manager
X Body Shop Manager X Fleet Repair
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subject:
SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148)
ECM Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the HVAC controller should be reprogrammed using the GDS download
as described in this bulletin.
UPGRADE EVENT NAME
207.AM FL MTC LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
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NOTICE
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A fully charged battery is necessary before ECM/PCM upgrade can take place. It
is recommended that the Midtronics GR8-1299 system be used in ECM/PCM mode
during charging. DO NOT connect any other battery charger to the vehicle during ECM/
PCM upgrade.
All ECM upgrades must be done with the ignition key in the ‘ON’ position.
Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or GDS during the
ECM upgrade procedure.
DO NOT start the engine during ECM/PCM upgrade.
DO NOT turn the ignition key ‘OFF’ or interrupt the power supply during ECM/PCM
upgrade.
When the ECM/PCM upgrade is completed, turn the ignition ‘OFF’ and wait 20
seconds before starting the engine.
ONLY use approved ECM/PCM upgrade software designated for the correct model,
year.
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE
Upgrade Event #207:
MODEL
A/C UNIT P/N
2012-13MY
Soul (AM)
97250-2KAE0
97250-2KAE1
97250-2KAF0
97250-2KAF1
97250-2KAG0
97250-2KAG1
ROM ID
PREVIOUS
NEW
020DXX
0212XX
030EXX
040FXX
0410XX
040011
040012
To verify the vehicle is affected, be sure to check the Calibration Identification of the
vehicle's ECM ROM ID and reference the Information Table as necessary.
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SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148)
subject:
1. Connect the power supply cable to the GDS tool.
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NOTICE
If attempting to perform the ECM upgrade with the power supply cable disconnected from
the GDS tool, be sure to check that the GDS tool is fully charged before ECM upgrade. If the
GDS tool is not fully charged, failure to perform the ECM upgrade may occur. Therefore, it is
strongly recommended that the power supply be connected to the GDS tool.
2.
Connect the USB cable between the VCI and the GDS tool.
*
NOTICE
When performing the ECM upgrade using the GDS tool, wireless communication
between the VCI and GDS tool is not available. Therefore, be sure to connect the USB
cable between the VCI and the GDS tool.
3. Connect the Main 16-pin DLC cable (GHDM – 241000) to the VCI.
4. Connect the Main 16-pin DLC cable (GHDM
– 241000) between the VCI and the OBD-II
connector, located under the driver’s side of
the instrument panel.
5. With the ignition key ON, turn ON the VCI and GDS tool. Access the GDS vehicle identification
number (VIN) screen and configure the vehicle using the VIN Auto Detect function.
6. Select AIR/CON system and click OK.
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subject:
SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148)
7. Select ECU Upgrade.
8. Select Auto Mode, then Next.
9. Select AIR/CON, and click OK.
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subject:
SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148)
10. Select Upgrade Event: 207.AM FL
MTC LOGIC IMPROVEMENT, then
click Upgrade button and OK on battery
voltage check screen.
11.	Upgrade will begin and the progress
of the upgrade will appear on the bar
graph.
12. Follow the guidelines displayed on the
screen during upgrade procedure and
make sure to cycle the ignition OFF ↔
ON one (1) time.
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SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148)
subject:
13. Click OK on the final screen. Upgrade
event 207 is now complete.
14. Check if any incidental Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC(s) have been created by the upgrade
process; clear any DTC(s) that may be present.
15. Confirm HVAC system is functioning properly.
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NOTICE
Do NOT attempt to perform a Manual Mode upgrade unless Auto Mode fails. Always
follow the instructions given on the GDS tool in either Auto or Manual mode. See table
for Manual Mode passwords.
MANUAL MODE ECM UPGRADE PASSWORDS:
DO NOT perform Manual Mode ECM upgrade unless Auto Mode fails.
Upgrade event #207 Soul (AM):
MODEL YEAR
2012-13MY AM
MENU
AM FL 12-13MY MTC : 97250-2KAE0/E1/F0/F1/G0/G1
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PASSWORD
5021
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SERVICE ACTION: MANUAL HVAC CONTROL UNIT
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA148)
subject:
1. Within the ECM Upgrade screen, select Manual Mode in the left column, select Engine and
then select Upgrade Event 207. Select the appropriate control unit part number by referring to
the ROM ID Information Table on Page 3 and click OK.
2. Enter the appropriate password from the table above, and then click OK.
3. Upgrade will begin and the progress of the upgrade will appear on the bar graph.
4. Following the guidelines displayed on the screen during upgrade procedure, cycle the ignition
OFF ↔ ON one (1) time.
5. Click OK on the final screen. Upgrade Event 207 is now complete.
6. Check if any incidental Diagnostic Trouble Codes DTC(s) have been created by the upgrade
process; clear any DTC(s) that may be present.
7. Confirm HVAC system is functioning properly
affected VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
2012-13MY Soul (AM)
From July 11, 2011 to June 22, 2012
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:
Claim
Type
Causal P/N
Qty.
N
Code
C
Code
Repair
Description
Labor Op
Code
Op
Time
Replacement
P/N
Qty
V
97250
2KAE0DS5
0
N94
C40
(SA 148)
ECU Upgrade
130054R0
0.2
M/H
N/A
0
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NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference SA148 when accessing the WebDCS system.
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Soul (AM)
June 2013