TSBELE155
Service Bulletin Details
Public Details for: TSBELE155
Tsb - bms logic improvement after replacement of battery pack or bms - this bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the battery management system (bms) on some 2015-2017my soul ev (psev) vehicles, produced from july 15, 2014
Models from 2017
2017 KIA SOUL EV |
Models from 2016
2016 KIA SOUL EV |
Models from 2015
2015 KIA SOUL EV |
GROUP ELE MODEL 2015-2017MY Soul EV (PSEV) NUMBER 155 DATE December 2018 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN SUBJECT: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERY PACK OR BMS This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Battery Management System (BMS) on some 2015-2017MY Soul EV (PSEV) vehicles, produced from July 15, 2014 through July 4, 2017. After replacement of the battery pack or BMS, the existing logic of the BMS may require an update based on the installed part numbers. Follow the procedure in this bulletin to apply the improved logic to the BMS using the KDS ECU Upgrade function. For confirmation that the latest reflash has been applied to a vehicle you are working on, verify the ROM ID using the table on page 2 of this bulletin. Kia Diagnostic System (KDS) IMPORTANT This logic improvement must be conducted to optimize the BMS logic only after battery pack or BMS replacement. Please verify the part numbers of replaced components and perform the logic improvement if necessary, according to the ROM ID table on page 2. 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 7 BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERY PACK OR BMS SUBJECT: ECU Upgrade Procedure: To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS download, as described in this bulletin. Upgrade Event Name 379.PS EV BATTERY PACK REPLACEMENT AND BMS UPGRADE AFTER REPLACEMENT 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 the VCI-II connected to the vehicle 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. NOTICE Before attempting an ECU upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to first determine whether the particular model is equipped with an immobilizer security system. Failure to follow proper procedures may cause the PCM to become inoperative after the upgrade and any claims associated with this repair may be subject to chargeback. ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE: Upgrade Event #379 Model System BMS Part No. 37513-E4050 PSEV Previous HV Battery ROM ID Part No. 37510-E4050 BMS 4440, 4460, 4480, 4500, 4800, 4900, 5000, 5100, 5300, 5400, 5500 New HV Battery Part No. ROM ID 37510-E4250 5700 4442, 4462, 4482, 4502, 4802, 4902, 37513-E4000 37510-E4000 37510-E4200 5702 5002, 5102, 5302, 5402, 5502 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. TSB: ELE155 Soul EV (PSEV) December 2018 Page 3 of 7 SUBJECT: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERY PACK OR BMS NOTICE Prior to performing the ECU upgrade, be sure to check that the KDS is fully charged. 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 operates 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 4. Select ECU Upgrade. TSB: ELE155 Soul EV (PSEV) December 2018 Page 4 of 7 SUBJECT: 5. BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERY PACK OR BMS The KDS will check the server for recently uploaded Events and then automatically download Upgrade Event #379. NOTICE The vehicle must be identified in Vehicle Selection to download an Event for that vehicle. 6. KDS screenshot shown above is for demonstration purposes only. Events shown in screenshot are not applicable to this bulletin. 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. 7. Select the BMS system under the System selection menu. D Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the latest update is available. Select Upgrade Event #379 and select Upgrade to continue. 8. 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 Do not touch the system buttons (like ‘Back’, ‘Home’, ‘etc.’) while performing ECU Upgrade. TSB: ELE155 Soul EV (PSEV) December 2018 E F Page 5 of 7 SUBJECT: 9. BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERY PACK OR BMS 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, DO NOT disconnect the KDS/VCI-II. Contact GIT America Help Desk at (888) 542-4371 or Techline. 10. When instructed on the KDS, turn the ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then back on. Touch OK to continue. 11. Once the upgrade is complete, touch OK to finalize the procedure. 12. 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. 13. Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle. TSB: ELE155 Soul EV (PSEV) December 2018 Page 6 of 7 SUBJECT: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERY PACK OR BMS Manual Upgrade Procedure: 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. Manual Mode ECU Upgrade Passwords Menu Password PS EV BMS : 37513-E4050 PS EV BMS : 37513-E4000 4050 4000 1. Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode. 2. Select the BMS system under the System selection menu. Select Upgrade Event #379 and select Upgrade to continue. 3. Select the appropriate control unit part number with reference to the ROM ID Information Table on page 2, and select OK. 4. Enter the appropriate password from the Manual Mode password table above and select OK. 5. The upgrade will begin and the progress of the upgrade will appear on the bar graph. 6. When instructed on the KDS, turn the ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then back on. Touch OK to continue. 7. Once the upgrade is complete, touch OK to finalize the procedure. 8. 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. 9. Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle. TSB: ELE155 Soul EV (PSEV) December 2018 Page 7 of 7 SUBJECT: BMS LOGIC IMPROVEMENT AFTER REPLACEMENT OF BATTERY PACK OR BMS AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE: Model Production Date Range Soul EV (PSEV) July 15, 2014 through July 4, 2017 WARRANTY INFORMATION: N Code: B11 C Code: ZZ3 Claim Type Causal P/N Qty. Repair Description Labor Op Code Op Time Replacement P/N Qty. W 37513 E4300 0 BMS Logic Improvement after Replacement of Battery Pack or BMS 37513F15 0.3 M/H N/A 0 TSB: ELE155 Soul EV (PSEV) December 2018