TSBELE183_R1

GROUP
ELE
MODEL
2019MY
Forte (BDm)
NUMBER
183 (Rev 1, 08/01/2019)
DATE
July 2019
TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN
SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK
LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
 NOTICE
This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised
sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area.
This bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the Integrated Body Control Unit
(IBU-BCM) on some 2019MY Forte (BDm) vehicles, produced from July 16, 2018 through June
3, 2019, which may exhibit improper function of the smart trunk operation and/or a parasitic
battery draw. To correct this concern, apply the improved logic to the IBU 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 2 of this
bulletin. Before conducting the procedure, verify that the vehicle is included in the list of
affected VINs.
CAUTION
Failure to follow this exact procedure may cause damage to the IBU-BCM and claims
associated with this repair may be subject to chargeback.
 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 SA390.
File Under: 
Circulate To:
X General Manager

X Service Advisors

X Technicians

X Service Manager

X Parts Manager

X Body Shop Manager  Fleet Repair

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SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
IBU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
download, as described in this bulletin.
Upgrade Event Name
428. BDm IBU SMART TRUNK OPERATION 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.
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE:
Upgrade Event #428
Model
(BDm)
System
IBU/BCM
IMMO
ECU P/No.
Yes
95400 M7190
95400 M7200
95400 M7240
95400 M7250
95400 M7320
95400 M7330
ROM ID
Previous
New
1.03
1.05
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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SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
 NOTICE
Prior to performing the ECU upgrade, be sure to check that the KDS is fully charged.
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery
terminal for five (5) seconds with the
driver door open and reconnect before
performing
the
IBU-BCM
logic
improvement.
Tightening torque for bolt:
5.9 - 7.4 lb.ft (8 - 10 N.m,
0.8 - 1.0 kgf.m)
CAUTION
As a reminder, the KDS will
prompt to disconnect the
negative (-) battery cable with
the driver door open as outlined
in step 1 prior to performing IBU
upgrade.
2.
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.
3.
With the ignition ON, turn ON the KDS
tablet. Select KDS from the home
screen.
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SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
4.
Confirm communication with VCI (A) and
then configure the vehicle (B) using the
AUTO VIN (C) feature.
B
A
C
5.
Select ECU Upgrade.
6.
The KDS will check the server for
recently uploaded Events and then
automatically download Upgrade Event
#428.
 NOTICE
The vehicle must be identified in
Vehicle Selection to download
an Event for that vehicle.
7.
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.
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KDS
screenshot
shown
above
is
for
demonstration purposes only. Events shown in
screenshot are not applicable to this bulletin.
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SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
8.
Select the IBU-BCM system under the
System selection menu.
D
Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the
latest update is available.
Select Upgrade Event #428 and select
Upgrade to continue.
9.
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.
10. 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.
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SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
11. When instructed on the KDS, turn the
ignition OFF for ten (10) seconds then
back on. Touch OK to continue.
12. Once the upgrade is complete, touch OK
to finalize the procedure.
13. 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.
14. Start the engine to confirm proper
operation of the vehicle.
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SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
Manual Upgrade Procedure:
 NOTICE
The manual upgrade should ONLY be performed if the automatic upgrade fails.
If the automatic upgrade fails, disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal for twenty
(20) seconds with the driver door open and reconnect BEFORE performing the IBU
upgrade.
If the Auto Mode upgrade has failed, “Ignition-On” and “Engine Start” may be
unavailable, therefore, conduct the Manual mode in the ignition-off condition.
See table below for Manual Mode passwords.
Manual Mode ECU Upgrade Passwords
Menu
Password
BDm IBU : 95400-M7190/7200/7240/7250/7320/7330
9330
1.
Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode.
2.
Select the IBU-BCM system under the System selection menu. Select Upgrade Event
#428 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.
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SERVICE ACTION: IBU SMART TRUNK LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA390)
SUBJECT:
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Forte (BDm)
July 16, 2018 through June 3, 2019
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
N Code: N99 C Code: C99
Claim
Type
V
Causal P/N
95400 M7330
Qty.
Repair
Description
Labor Op
Code
Op
Time
Replacement
P/N
Qty.
0
(SA390)
BDm IBU Smart
Trunk Operation
Logic Improvement
190M08R0
0.4
M/H
N/A
0
 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference SA390 when accessing the WebDCS system.
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