TSBELE181

GROUP
ELE
MODEL
2011-2013MY
Optima (TF, TF-HEV)
NUMBER
181
DATE
June 2019
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
TF/TF-HEV HEADLAMP INSPECTION
AND/OR REPLACEMENT
SUBJECT:
This bulletin provides the procedure to inspect and/or replace the headlamp assembly on some
2011-2013 MY Optima (TF, TF-HEV) vehicles produced from August 12, 2010 to December
12, 2013. The internal reflective chrome film in the low beam headlamp housing may
deteriorate over time, resulting in gradual dimming of the low beam headlamp(s).
Follow the headlamp assembly inspection and/or replacement outlined in this bulletin to correct
this concern.
NOTE: The following are NOT covered under this warranty extension/replacement program:



Headlamp bulbs.
Aftermarket headlamp assemblies.
Headlamp lenses that, over time, have become dull, cloudy, and/or fogged due to
extended UV exposure, causing the headlamps(s) to appear dim.
Bad Headlamp Assembly Sample Images:

 NOTICE
Reflective chrome debris present inside the housing
 Left headlamp with poor light output/intensity
This TSB is part of Warranty Extension WTY014 for chrome peeling on the reflector
inside the headlamp assembly ONLY.
File Under: 
Circulate To:
X General Manager

X Service Advisors

X Technicians

X Service Manager

X Parts Manager

X Body Shop Manager 
X Fleet Repair
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SUBJECT:
TF/TF-HEV HEADLAMP INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT
Inspection Procedure:
1a. Inspect the RH & LH headlamp
assemblies and confirm the headlamp(s)
are genuine OEM Kia part by confirming
the Kia logo is present on the original
part. (May require to wipe with a shop
rag to make visible)
Sample: Manufactured by Kia with logo.
1b. If
the
headlamps
are
genuine
assemblies, proceed to step 2. If
headlamp(s) is/are NOT a genuine Kia
part, the inspection is complete & NO
further repairs are necessary.
2.
Inspect the headlamp(s) for reflective
chrome debris inside the housing.
If reflective chrome debris is not present,
proceed to “Headlamp Inspection –
Using wall chart or wall” outlined on
page 3.
If reflective chrome debris is present, (as
shown) document each RH/LH headlamp
in the vehicle with KVID photos
(stamping & reflective debris) & proceed
to the “Headlamp(s) Replacement
Procedure” outlined on page 3 of this
bulletin.

NOTE: One (1) KVID photo of each
headlamp, in the vehicle, is required
for warranty replacement:
A. KIA logo stamping.
B. Reflective chrome debris.
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SUBJECT:
TF/TF-HEV HEADLAMP INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT
Headlamp Inspection - Using wall chart or wall:
1.
Align the steering wheel straight.
2.
Place the vehicle 9.8 feet (3 meters) off
the wall to inspect the headlamp light
intensity.
3a. Turn the low beams ON and block one
headlamp to visually check the light
intensity of the other headlamp low
beam. Repeat this step for the other
headlamp.
NOTE: One (1) KVID photo of each
headlamp, in the vehicle, is required
for warranty replacement:
A. KIA logo stamping.
B. Headlight pattern on the wall.

3b. Replace the headlamp(s) if the light
intensity is poor and a non-continuous
line (as shown in pictures on the right)
Image note: Left headlamp output is low
while right side is covered.
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Headlamp(s) Replacement Procedure:
1. Replace headlamp(s) by referring to
“body electrical system → lighting device
→ headlamp → repair procedure”
chapters in the applicable workshop
manual on KGIS. Ensure to follow “Head
Lamp Aiming Instructions” on KGIS
after replacement.
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SUBJECT:
TF/TF-HEV HEADLAMP INSPECTION AND/OR REPLACEMENT
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Optima (TF, TF-HEV)
August 12, 2010 to December 12, 2013
REQUIRED PART:
Part Name
Model
Part Number
(TF)
92102 2T120
92102 2T130
92102 2T121
92102 2T131
Right Side
Headlamp Assembly
Figure
Qty.
1
(TF-HEV)
92102 4U020
92102 4U030
(TF)
92101 2T120
92101 2T130
92101 2T121
92101 2T131
Left Side
Headlamp Assembly
1
(TF-HEV)
92101 4U020
92101 4U030
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
N Code: B19 C Code: ZZ7
Claim
Type
W
Causal P/N
Refer to
“Required Part”
Table
Qty.
Repair
Description
Labor
Op Code
Op
Time
Replacement
P/N
Qty.
0
Headlamp inspection
92101F04
0.2
M/H
N/A
0
1
Headlamp inspection &
replacement
(one side)
92101F05
0.8
M/H
N/A
0
1
Headlamp inspection &
replacement
(both sides)
92101F06
0.9
M/H
Left and Right
Headlamp Assy.
Refer to EPC
1
Note: This labor time includes lamp aiming.
 NOTICE
All replaced parts will be returned to Kia Warranty Return Center for inspection of
chrome peeling on the reflective housing. Any headlamp that does NOT exhibit
peeling or a headlamp lens that is discolored due to excessive UV exposure or is
NOT a factory OEM with the Kia logo will be charged back to your dealer.
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