TSBENG208

GROUP
ENG
MODEL
2017-2018MY
Forte (YDm)
NUMBER
208
DATE
June 2019
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
SUBJECT:
This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Engine Control Module (ECM)
on some 2017-2018MY Forte (YDm) vehicles, produced from May 15, 2016 through July 27,
2018, which may experience a malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) ON with DTC P0300, P0301,
P0302, P0303, P0304 and/or P219C00. P219D00, P219E00, P219F00. To correct this
concern, apply the improved logic to the ECU using the KDS ECU Upgrade function as
described in this bulletin. 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 3 of this bulletin.
DTC P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304: Misfire Detected
DTC P219C00. P219D00, P219E00, P219F00: Air-Fuel Ratio Imbalance
Kia Diagnostic System (KDS)
File Under: 
Circulate To:
X General Manager
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X Service Advisors

X Technicians

X Service Manager

X Parts Manager

X Body Shop Manager  Fleet Repair
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SUBJECT:
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
ECU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
download, as described in this bulletin.
Upgrade Event Name
430. YDM Nu 2.0ATK ECU MIL ON DTC (P030X) LOGIC IMPROVEMENT
 NOTICE
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A fully charged battery is necessary before ECU upgrade can take place. It is
recommended that the Midtronics GR8-1299 be used in ECU mode during
reflashing or the use of a fully charged jump starter box.
DO NOT connect any other battery charger to the vehicle during ECU upgrade.
Ensure the KDS or GDS is sufficiently charged prior to reflash.
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 and
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.
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SUBJECT:
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE:
Upgrade Event #430
Model
EM
TM
IMMO
ECU P/No.
ROM ID
Previous
New
39171 2EXM0
YD7SP2AS65AA
YD7SP2AS65AB
YD7SP2AS65DA
YD7SP2AF65EA
39173 2EXM0
YD7SP2US65AA
YD7SP2US65AB
YD7SP2US65DA
YD7SP2UF65EA
39171 2EXN0
YD7UP2AS65AA
YD7UP2AS65AB
YD7UP2AS65DA
YD7UP2AF65EA
No
39173 2EXN0
YD7UP2US65AA
YD7UP2US65AB
YD7UP2US65DA
YD7UP2UF65EA
No
39177 2EXB0
YD7UP2VS65AA
YD7UP2VS65AB
YD7UP2VS65DA
YD7UP2VF65EA
39171 2EXM1
YD8SP2AS673A
YD8SP2AS673B
YD8SP2AF676A
39173 2EXM1
YD8SP2US673A
YD8SP2US673B
YD8SP2UF676A
39171 2EXN1
YD8UP2AS673A
YD8UP2AS673B
YD8UP2AF676A
No
39173 2EXN1
YD8UP2US673A
YD8UP2US673B
YD8UP2UF676A
No
39177 2EXB1
YD8UP2VS673A
YD8UP2VS673B
YD8UP2VF676A
Yes
SULEV
No
6AT
Yes
ULEV
ULEV
6MT
YDm
Yes
SULEV
6AT
No
Yes
ULEV
ULEV
6AT
6MT
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.
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SUBJECT:
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
 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.
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SUBJECT:
5.
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
The KDS will check the server for
recently uploaded Events and then
automatically download Upgrade Event
#430.
 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 ECU system under the
System selection menu.
D
Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the
latest update is available.
Select Upgrade Event #430 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
E
F
Do not touch the system
buttons (like ‘Back’, ‘Home’,
‘etc.’) while performing ECU
Upgrade.
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SUBJECT:
9.
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
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.
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SUBJECT:
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
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
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT SULEV -IMMO : 39173-2EXM0
7320
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT ULEV -IMMO : 39173-2EXN0
7321
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6MT ULEV -IMMO : 39177-2EXB0
7720
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT SULEV -IMMO : 39173-2EXM1
7322
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT ULEV -IMMO : 39173-2EXN1
7323
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6MT ULEV -IMMO : 39177-2EXB1
7721
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39171-2EXM0
7120
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39171-2EXN0
7121
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39171-2EXM1
7122
YDm Nu 2.0ATK 6AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK : 39171-2EXN1
7123
1.
Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode.
2.
Select the ECU system under the System selection menu. Select Upgrade Event #430
and select Upgrade to continue.
3.
Select the appropriate control unit part number with reference to the ROM ID Information
Table on page 3, 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.
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SUBJECT:
ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT FOR P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR P219C00, P219D00, P219E00, P219F00
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Forte (YDm)
May 15, 2016 through July 27, 2018
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
N Code: I3A C Code: ZZ3
Claim
Type
W
Causal P/N
Refer to EPC
Qty.
Repair
Description
Labor Op
Code
Op
Time
Replacement
P/N
Qty.
0
ECU LOGIC
IMPROVEMENT FOR
P0300, P0301, P0302,
P0303, P0304 AND/OR
P219C00, P219D00,
P219E00, P219F00
39110FJ1
0.3
M/H
N/A
0
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