TSB-ACC008

GROUP
ACC
NUMBER
008
MODEL
2014MY
Forte (YD)
DATE
October 2013
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: GAP BETWEEN FORTE SPOILER
AND TRUNK LID (SA154)
Some 2014MY Forte vehicles produced from April 24, 2013 to August 27, 2013 and equipped with
a Kia accessory spoiler, may exhibit a gap forming between the adhesive tape on the spoiler and
the trunk lid. To inspect for and to correct this condition, follow the procedure outlined in this TSB.
If a gap has formed, remove the original spoiler and follow the instruction sheet enclosed with the
new accessory part to install the replacement spoiler. Kia is requesting the completion of this
Service Action on all affected vehicles, including dealer stock. Before conducting the procedure,
verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.
 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 SA154.
File Under: 
Circulate To:
x General Manager

x Service Advisor(s)

x Service Manager

x Parts Manager

x Technician(s) 
x Body Shop Manager 
x Fleet Repair

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SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: GAP BETWEEN FORTE SPOILER
AND TRUNK LID (SA154)
INSPECTION PROCEDURE:
1.
Inspect leading edge of the spoiler for
a possible gap forming between the
spoiler and the trunk lid.
2.
If any gaps are present, use a 1mm
plastic feeler gauge to measure the
separation.

If the gap is equal to or greater
than 1.0 mm, remove and replace
with a new spoiler by carefully
following the instructions included
with the new accessory part.

If the gap is less than 1.0 mm,
proceed to Step 3.
CAUTION
Do not use metal feeler gauges or
paint damage may occur.
3.
Open the trunk and remove the
insulation trim panel.
TSB: ACC 008 / SA 154 Forte (YD) October 2013
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SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: GAP BETWEEN FORTE SPOILER
AND TRUNK LID (SA154)
4.
Inspect the retaining clips to make
sure the hooks are properly engaged
on the underside of the trunk.
5.
If the hooks are not properly
engaged, use a flat-head screwdriver
to gently spread the clip open, as
shown.
 NOTICE
If necessary, have an assistant
apply downward pressure to the
spoiler while spreading the clip
open.
CAUTION
Be careful not to damage the clips.
6.
Once the retaining clips have been inspected, no further steps are required.
7.
Re-install the trunk insulation trim panel.
TSB: ACC 008 / SA 154
Forte (YD) October 2013
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SERVICE ACTION: GAP BETWEEN FORTE SPOILER
AND TRUNK LID (SA154)
SUBJECT:
AFFECTED VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Forte (YD)
From April 24, 2013 to August 27, 2013
SERVICE ACTION 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
A7F34
AQ000
0
N86
C04
(SA154)
Rear Spoiler
Inspection
R93400R0
0.3
M/H
N/A
N/A
V
See Parts
Table
Below
C04
(SA154)
Rear Spoiler
Inspection &
Replacement
R93400R1
0.5
M/H
N/A
N/A
1
N86
Note: Only one labor op can be claimed
Part
Description
A7F34 AQ0003D
A7F34
A7F34
A7F34
A7F34
A7F34
A7F34
A7F34
A7F34
AQ000ABP
AQ000D7U
AQ000K3G
AQ000K3N
AQ000K3R
AQ000K3U
AQ000M9Y
AQ000SWP
Color Code
Bright Silver
3D
Aurora Black
Steel Blue
Gunmetal Gray
Metallic Bronze
Crimson Red
Abyss Blue
Desert Sand
Snow white
ABP
D7U
K3G
K3N
K3R
K3U
M9Y
SWP
 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference SA154 when accessing the WebDCS system.
TSB: ACC 008 / SA 154 Forte (YD) October 2013