TSBELE134
Service Bulletin Details
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Tsb: service action: ecu upgrade: bms (battery management system) logic improvement (sa297) - this bulletin provides information related to the bms (battery management system) software upgrade for some soul ev (ps ev) vehicles produced from
Models from 2016
2016 KIA SOUL EV |
Models from 2015
2015 KIA SOUL EV |
GROUP ELE MODEL Soul EV (PS EV) 2015-2016MY NUMBER 134 DATE June 2017 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SERVICE ACTION: ECU UPGRADE: BMS (BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) SUBJECT: This bulletin provides information related to the BMS (Battery Management System) software upgrade for some Soul EV (PS EV) vehicles produced from July 15, 2014 through May 15, 2016, which may experience an inoperative reserved climate control system (set climate pre-conditioning times) when the vehicle is stored at low temperatures without power-on for a certain period of time. For confirmation that the latest reflash has been applied to a vehicle you are working on, verify the ROM ID, using the tables in this TSB. Kia Diagnostic System (KDS) 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 SA297. File Under:Circulate To: X General Manager X Service Advisors X Technicians X Service Manager X Parts Manager X Body Shop Manager Fleet Repair Page 2 of 9 SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) SUBJECT: ECU Upgrade Procedure: To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS download, as described in this bulletin. UPGRADE EVENT 303 303. PS EV BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT NOTICE ––––––– A fully charged battery is necessary before ECU upgrade can take place. It is recommended that the Midtronics GR8-1299 system be used in ECU mode during charging. DO NOT connect any other battery charger to the vehicle during ECU upgrade. All ECU upgrades must be done with the ignition key in the ‘ON’ position. Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or KDS during the ECU upgrade procedure. DO NOT start the engine during ECU upgrade. DO NOT turn the ignition key ‘OFF’ or interrupt the power supply during ECU upgrade. When the ECU upgrade is completed, turn the ignition ‘OFF’ and wait 10 seconds before starting the engine. ONLY use approved ECU upgrade software designated for the correct model, year. CAUTION Before attempting an ECU upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to determine whether the particular model is equipped with an immobilizer security system. Failure to follow proper procedures may cause the ECU to become inoperative after the upgrade and any claims associated with this repair may be subject to chargeback. TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017 Page 3 of 9 SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) SUBJECT: ROM ID INFORMATION TABLES: Upgrade Event # 303 MODEL TM AAF/ SBW IMMO MY ECU P/NO ROM ID PREVIOUS NEW 37513 E4050 4440 4460 4480 4500 4800 4900 5000 5100 37513 E4000 4442 4462 4482 4502 4802 4902 5002 5102 Soul EV (PS EV) To verify the vehicle is affected, be sure to check the Calibration Identification of the vehicle's ECU ROM ID and reference the Information Table as necessary. NOTICE Refer to TSB SST 037 for detailed KDS procedure. NOTICE Prior to performing the ECU upgrade, be sure to check that the KDS is fully charged. TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017 Page 4 of 9 SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) Software Upgrade Procedure: 1. Connect the VCI-II to the OBD-II connector, located under the driver’s side of the instrument panel. NOTICE The ECU upgrade function on KDS is operating wirelessly. It is not necessary to perform the upgrade via USB cable. 2. With the ignition ON, turn ON the KDS tablet. Select KDS from the home screen. 3. Confirm communication with VCI (A) and then configure the vehicle (B) using the AUTO VIN (C) feature. B A C TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017 Page 5 of 9 SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) 4. Select ECU Upgrade. 5. Select Auto Mode. CAUTION Do NOT attempt to perform a Manual Mode upgrade UNLESS Auto Mode fails. Always follow the instructions given on the KDS in either Auto or Manual mode. 6. Select the (SYSTEM) system under the System selection menu. Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the latest update is available. D Select Upgrade Event #303 and select Upgrade to continue. TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017 Page 6 of 9 SUBJECT: 7. SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) The ECU upgrade will begin and the progress of the upgrade will appear on the bar graph. Upgrade part (1/2) (E) will download the upgrade event to the VCIII. Upgrade part (2/2) (F) will upgrade the ECU. CAUTION E F Do not touch the system buttons (like ‘Back’, ‘Home’, ‘etc.’) while performing ECU Upgrade. 8. If a “Communication Fail” screen appears, verify that the VCI-II and KDS are communicating properly. Touch OK and restart the procedure from step 4. NOTICE If an error notice continues to appear or if the upgrade cannot be performed, contact Techline or GIT America Help Desk. 9. When instructed on the KDS, turn the ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then back on. Touch OK to continue. TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017 Page 7 of 9 SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) 10. Once the upgrade is complete, touch OK to finalize the procedure. 11. When prompted, select YES to check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and erase any DTCs stored such as EPS, ESC, and TPMS that may have been set during the upgrade. 12. Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle. Manual Upgrade Procedure: CAUTION Before attempting an ECU upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to determine whether the particular model is equipped with an immobilizer security system. Failure to follow proper procedures may cause the ECU to become inoperative after the upgrade and any claims associated with this repair may be subject to chargeback. TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017 Page 8 of 9 SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) NOTICE The manual upgrade should ONLY be performed if the automatic upgrade fails. If the automatic upgrade fails, turn the ignition OFF for about 10 seconds then place it back in the ON position to reset the control unit BEFORE performing manual upgrade. See table below for Manual Mode passwords. Upgrade Event 303 Soul EV (PS EV) *MANUAL MODE ECU UPGRADE PASSWORDS: Menu Password PS EV Heating: 37513-E4050 4050 PS EV No Heating: 37513-E4000 4000 1. Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode and then select the applicable Upgrade Event 303. 2. Select the appropriate control unit part number with reference to the ROM ID Information Table on page 2, and select OK. 3. Enter the appropriate password from the Manual Mode password table above and select OK. 4. The upgrade(s) will begin and the progress of the upgrade will appear on the bar graph. 5. When instructed on the KDS, turn the ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then back on. Touch OK to continue. 6. Once the upgrade is complete, touch OK to finalize the procedure. 7. When prompted, select YES to check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC) and erase any DTCs stored such as EPS, ESC, and TPMS that may have been set during the upgrade. 8. Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle. TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017 Page 9 of 9 SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA297) SUBJECT: AFFECTED VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE: Model Production Date Range Soul EV (PS EV) July 15, 2014 through May 15, 2016 WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION: Claim Type Causal P/N Qty. N Code C Code V 37513 E4050 0 N99 C99 Repair Description (SA297) BCM Logic Improvement Labor Op Code 170055R0 Op Time 0.3 M/H Replacement Parts Qty. N/A 0 NOTICE VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers should reference SA297 when accessing the WebDCS system. TSB: SA297 BMS Logic Improvement Soul (PS EV) 2015-16MY June 2017