TSB-ENG138

GROUP
Engine
NUMBER
138
MODEL
2012MY
Optima (QF)
DATE
January 2014
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: OPTIMA (QF) EWGA INSPECTION AND
ADJUSTMENT (SA119A)
On some Optima (QF) vehicles with a 2.0 T-GDI engine produced from start of production to
December 13, 2011, the Malfunction Indicator Light (MIL) may illuminate with DTC P2562
and/or P2565. Inspect the voltage value for boost pressure actuator position control by using
GDS. If the voltage is not within specified value, follow the service procedure outlined below to
adjust the Electronic Waste Gate Actuator (EWGA) rod length. To ensure maximum customer
satisfaction Kia is requesting the completion of this Service Action on all affected 2012MY
Optima turbo equipped vehicles.


P2562: Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor ‘A’ Circuit
P2565: Turbocharger Boost Control Position Sensor ‘A’ Circuit High
Turbo and Boost Pressure Actuator Assembly
 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 SA119A.
File Under: 
Circulate To:
x General Manager

x Service Advisor(s)

x Service Manager

x Parts Manager

x Technician(s) 
x Body Shop Manager  Fleet Repair

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SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: OPTIMA (QF) EWGA INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT (SA119A)
Inspection Procedure:
1.
Turn the ignition
position.
switch
to
OFF
Connect the 16-pin DLC cable from the
VCI into the vehicle’s 16-pin connector
under the driver’s side instrument
panel.
Turn on the VCI and GDS with the
ignition in the ON position.
NOTE: Do NOT start the engine.
Enter vehicle information by pressing
the Auto VIN, entering the VIN or
selecting the vehicle model, model
year, engine type, and Engine Control
as the system, and then click OK.
2.
Without starting the engine, cycle the ignition ON for 5 seconds then ignition OFF for 5
seconds. Repeat this step for a total of 5 cycles leaving the ignition in the ON position to
access GDS Engine > Current Data.
 NOTICE
Do not start the engine. This is a critical step to read the correct adaptation value.
3.
Under
Current
Data,
select
Adaptation Value for the Lower
Mechanical Stop of Boost Pressure
and Coolant Temperature.
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SUBJECT:
4.
SERVICE ACTION: OPTIMA (QF) EWGA INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT (SA119A)
Inspect the voltage reading and refer to Table A (below) for target voltages based on
engine coolant temperature.
If the voltage is not within the voltage ranges on Table A; then adjust the EWGA rod length
following the EWGA ADJUSTMENT PROCEDURE below.
Table A
Coolant Temperature
Target Voltage
◦
◦
105.8 ~ 140 F (41 ~ 60 C)
3.80 ~ 4.00V
◦
◦
78.8 ~ 104 F (26 ~ 40 C)
3.85 ~ 4.05V
< 77 F (25 C)
3.90 ~ 4.10V
◦
◦
EWGA Adjustment Procedure:
Open the hood and remove bolt (A) to
1.
allow for access to the EWGA rod
attachment point.
WARNING
To avoid possible injury, allow the
engine to cool down before
performing the procedure.
2.
A
Loosen the rod end lock nut (B) and
remove the retaining clip (C).
C
 NOTICE
Be careful not to drop the retaining
clip during removal.
B
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SUBJECT:
3.
SERVICE ACTION: OPTIMA (QF) EWGA INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT (SA119A)
Adjust the rod end by rotating it
clockwise or counterclockwise until
specification is within range (See
Tables A and B below). Then,
temporarily install the rod end and
tighten the rod end lock nut. Check the
Adaptation Value for the Lower
Mechanical Stop of Boost Pressure,
using GDS.
After an adjustment is made, and
without starting the engine, cycle
the ignition OFF for 5 seconds and
then turn the ignition ON for 5
seconds. This must be completed a
total of 5 times for the ‘Adaption
Value’ to change. If this step is not
completed, the voltage will not
adapt as described in this TSB.
Adaption values can only be
changed by cycling the ignition key
after the adjustment was performed.
 NOTICE
Verify the EWGA is in the fully
closed position by applying
pressure on the EWGA lever to
accurately measure the output.
Specification: 4.1V (cold engine)
If unable to achieve proper voltage,
it may be necessary to rotate the
EWGA rod (D) to achieve proper
voltage.
Table A
Table B
Coolant Temperature
Target Voltage
◦
Rotate Rod (CW)
Estimated Voltage Change
105.8 ~ 140 F (41 ~ 60 C)
3.80 ~ 4.00V
◦
½ Turn
0.15 ~ 0.20 V
78.8 ~ 104 F (26 ~ 40 C)
3.85 ~ 4.05V
1 Turn
0.30 ~ 0.40 V
< 77 F (25 C)
3.90 ~ 4.10V
◦
◦
◦
4.
D
◦
If the output voltage is not within specification, repeat step 3 in EWGA adjustment
procedure until specification is within range.
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SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: OPTIMA (QF) EWGA INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT (SA119A)
5.
Once the voltage is within specifications, install the c-clip to rod end and tighten the lock
nut.
6.
Cycle the key five (5) times as noted in step 3 and confirm the voltage reading of the
Adaptation Value for the Lower Mechanical Stop is within specification.
7.
Install all other components by reversing the order of removal.
8.
Test drive the vehicle to confirm proper operation.
AFFECTED VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Optima (QF)
Start of production to December 13, 2011
WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:
Claim
Type
Causal
P/N
Qty.
N
Code
C
Code
0
V
39400
2G700
N69
0
Repair
Description
Labor Op
Code
Op
Time
(SA119A)
QF T-GDI EWGA
Voltage Check
140A01R0
0.2
M/H
C40
Replacement
P/N
Qty.
0
N/A
(SA119A)
QF T-GDI EWGA
Voltage Check/Adjust
140A14R1
0.4
M/H
0
 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference SA119A when accessing the WebDCS system.
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