PI2102_TSB

GROUP
Product
Improvement
NUMBER
PI2102
MODEL
2010-2011MY
Forte/Forte Koup (TD)
w/2.4L MPI
DATE
April 2021
PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN
SUBJECT:
THETA 2.4L MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI2102)
This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to
install the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) in order to protect the engine from excessive
connecting rod bearing damage. This update is for the 2010-2011MY Forte/Forte Koup (TD) vehicles
equipped with Theta 2.4L MPI engines, produced from February 24, 2009 through May 31, 2011
(Forte) or from June 5, 2009 through May 27, 2011 (Forte Koup).
The KSDS detects vibrations indicating the onset of excessive connecting rod bearing wear. It is
designed to alert the driver at an early stage of bearing wear before the occurrence of severe engine
damage, including engine failure. If vibrations caused by bearing wear start to occur, the Malfunction
Indicator Lamp (MIL) will blink continuously, and the vehicle will be placed in Limp Home Mode. This
will reduce further damage to the engine and ensure that the vehicle occupants are not exposed to
the risk of a more severe engine failure. At that time, Diagnostic Trouble Code (“DTC”) P1326,
specific to the KSDS, will be recorded in the ECU. The vehicle can continue to be operated for a
limited time in Limp Home Mode, but it will accelerate slowly and have a reduced maximum speed.
Also, engine RPMs will be limited to approximately 1800-2000 RPM.
Kia is requesting the completion of this Product Improvement Campaign on all affected vehicles.
Before conducting the procedure, verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.
Also, please have your KDS connected to the internet regularly to get the latest software updates
available.
Kia Diagnostic
System (KDS)
 NOTICE
To assure complete customer satisfaction, always remember to refer to WebDCS
Warranty Coverage (validation) Inquiry Screen (Service → Warranty Coverage →
Warranty Coverage Inquiry) for a list of any additional campaigns that may need to be
performed on the vehicle before returning it to the customer.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time.
Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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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SUBJECT:
THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
ECU Upgrade Procedure:
To correct this condition, the ECU should be reprogrammed using the KDS
download, as described in this bulletin.
Upgrade Event Name
547. TD THETA 2.4MPI Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (10~11MY)
 NOTICE
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
Confirm a fully charged battery with 12.3 volts or higher is necessary or the use of
a fully charged jump starter box connected to the battery.
Ensure the KDS GDS is sufficiently charged at 60% or higher prior to reflash.
All ECU upgrades must be done with the ignition key in the ‘ON’ position unless
otherwise stated.
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 application.
 IMPORTANT
It is recommended to ALWAYS check the Electronic Parts Catalog (EPC) to locate the
ECU Part Number respective to Auto/Manual Mode ROM IDs. DO NOT reference the
parts label affixed to the ECU.
 NOTICE
Before attempting an ECU upgrade on any Kia model, make sure to first determine
whether the applicable 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.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
SUBJECT:
ROM ID INFORMATION TABLE:
Upgrade Event #547
Model
ENG
TRA
EM
IMMO
Yes
ECU P/No.
39102 2G340
39102 2G341
39102 2G342
ULEV
AT
TD
(10MY)
SULEV
No
39102 2G320
39102 2G321
39102 2G322
No
39102 2G330
39102 2G331
39102 2G332
Yes
MT
39112 2G130
39112 2G131
39112 2G132
ULEV
Theta
2.4L
No
39112 2G120
39112 2G121
39112 2G122
Yes
39152 2G290
39152 2G291
No
39152 2G270
39152 2G271
No
39152 2G280
39152 2G281
Yes
39162 2G280
39162 2G281
No
39162 2G170
39162 2G171
ULEV
AT
TD Koup
(10MY)
SULEV
MT
ULEV
ROM ID
Previous
New
DAC4RH2A
DAC4RJ0A
DAC4RK1A
DAC4RK1B
DAC4RK1C
DAC4RK5B
DAC4RKKA
DAC4MH2A
DAC4MJ0A
DAC4MK1A
DAC4MK1B
DAC4MK1C
DAC4MK5B
DAS4MH2A
DAS4MJ0A
DAS4MK1A
DAS4MK1B
DAS4MK1C
DAS4MK5B
DAC4RH2A
DAC4RJ0A
DAC4RK1A
DAC4RK1B
DAC4RK1C
DAC4RK5B
DAC4MH2A
DAC4MJ0A
DAC4MK1A
DAC4MK1B
DAC4MK1C
DAC4MK5B
CAC4RJ0A
CAC4RK1A
CAC4RK1B
CAC4RK1C
CAC4RK5B
CAC4MJ0A
CAC4MK1A
CAC4MK1B
CAC4MK1C
CAC4MK5B
CAS4MJ0A
CAS4MK1A
CAS4MK1B
CAS4MK1C
CAS4MK5B
CAC4RJ0A
CAC4RK1A
CAC4RK1B
CAC4RK1C
CAC4RK5B
CAC4MJ0A
CAC4MK1A
CAC4MK1B
CAC4MK1C
CAC4MK5B
DAC4MKKA
DAS4MKKA
DAC4RK1K
DAC4MK1K
CAC4RKKA
CAC4MKKA
CAS4MKKA
CAC4RK1K
CAC4MK1K
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
SUBJECT:
Upgrade Event #547 (Continued)
Model
ENG
TRA
EM
IMMO
ECU P/No.
Yes
39122 2G280
No
39122 2G270
Yes
39122 2G300
No
39122 2G290
Yes
39142 2G280
No
39142 2G270
Yes
39182 2G290
No
39182 2G270
Yes
39182 2G330
No
39182 2G280
Yes
39192 2G290
No
39192 2G270
ULEV
AT
TD
(11MY)
SULEV
MT
ULEV
Theta
2.4L
ULEV
AT
TD Koup
(11MY)
SULEV
MT
ULEV
ROM ID
Previous
DBC4RM2A
DBC4RM2B
DBC4RQ0A
DBC4RR1A
DBC4MM2A
DBC4MM2B
DBC4MQ0A
DBC4MR1A
DBS4RM2A
DBS4RM2B
DBS4RQ0A
DBS4RR1A
DBS4MM2A
DBS4MM2B
DBS4MQ0A
DBS4MR1A
DBC4RM2A
DBC4RM2B
DBC4RQ0A
DBC4RR1A
DBC4MM2A
DBC4MM2B
DBC4MQ0A
DBC4MR1A
CBC4RM2A
CBC4RM2B
CBC4RQ0A
CBC4RR1A
CBC4MM2A
CBC4MM2B
CBC4MQ0A
CBC4MR1A
CBS4RM2A
CBS4RM2B
CBS4RQ0A
CBS4RR1A
CBS4MM2A
CBS4MM2B
CBS4MQ0A
CBS4MR1A
CBC4RM2A
CBC4RM2B
CBC4RQ0A
CBC4RR1A
CBC4MM2A
CBC4MM2B
CBC4MQ0A
CBC4MR1A
New
DBC4RRKA
DBC4MRKA
DBS4RRKA
DBS4MRKA
DBC4RR1K
DBC4MR1K
CBC4RRKA
CBC4MRKA
CBS4RRKA
CBS4MRKA
CBC4RR1K
CBC4MR1K
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.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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SUBJECT:
THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
 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.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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SUBJECT:
5.
THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
The KDS will check the server for recently
uploaded Events and then automatically
download Upgrade Event #547.
 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 ENGINE system under the
System selection menu.
D
Touch ID Check (D) and confirm that the
latest update is available.
Select Upgrade Event #547 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 VCI-II.
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.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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SUBJECT:
9.
THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
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.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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SUBJECT:
THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
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
TD THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV -IMMO (10MY) : 39102-2G320/21/22
4701
TD THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (10MY) : 39102-2G340/41/42
4702
TD THETA 2.4MPI AT SULEV -IMMO (10MY) : 39102-2G330/31/32
4703
TD THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV -IMMO (10MY) : 39112-2G120/21/22
4704
TD THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (10MY) : 39112-2G130/31/32
4705
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV -IMMO (10MY) : 39152-2G270/71
4706
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (10MY) : 39152-2G290/91
4707
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI AT SULEV -IMMO (10MY) : 39152-2G280/81
4708
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV -IMMO (10MY) : 39162-2G170/71
4709
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (10MY) : 39162-2G280/81
4710
TD THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV -IMMO (11MY) : 39122-2G270
4711
TD THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (11MY) : 39122-2G280
4712
TD THETA 2.4MPI AT SULEV -IMMO (11MY) : 39122-2G290
4713
TD THETA 2.4MPI AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK (11MY) : 39122-2G300
4714
TD THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV -IMMO (11MY) : 39142-2G270
4715
TD THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (11MY) : 39142-2G280
4716
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV -IMMO (11MY) : 39182-2G270
4717
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI AT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (11MY) : 39182-2G290
4718
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI AT SULEV -IMMO (11MY) : 39182-2G280
4719
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI AT SULEV +IMMO/SMK (11MY) : 39182-2G330
4720
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV -IMMO (11MY) : 39192-2G270
4721
TD COUPE THETA 2.4MPI MT ULEV +IMMO/SMK (11MY) : 39192-2G290
4722
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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SUBJECT:
THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
1.
Within the ECU Upgrade screen displayed, select Manual Mode.
2.
Select the ENGINE system under the System selection menu. Select Upgrade Event #547
and select Upgrade to continue.
3.
Select the appropriate control unit part number with reference to the ROM ID Information
Table on pages 3 and 4, 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.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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SUBJECT:
THETA 2.4MPI - KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM
(KSDS) ECU UPGRADE (PI2102)
AFFECTED VEHICLE RANGE:
Model
Production Date Range
Forte (TD)
February 24, 2009 to May 31, 2011
Forte Koup (TD)
June 5, 2009 to May 27, 2011
WARRANTY INFORMATION:
N Code: N99 C Code: C99
Claim
Type
Causal P/N
Qty.
Repair
Description
Labor Op
Code
Op
Time
Replacement
P/N
Qty.
R
39102 2G090
0
(PI2102)
KSDS Logic Improvement
(TD)
210043R0
0.3
M/H
N/A
0
 NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers
should reference PI2102 when accessing the WebDCS system.
Printed TSB copy is for reference only; information may be updated at any time. Always refer to KGIS for the latest information.
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