2015 Kia OptimaKia Optima 2015

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Fuel Economy, Emissions, Investigations, Consumer Complaints, Decoded VIN Details, Service Bulletins

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Below you will find all available information on the 2015 Kia Optima, manufacturered by Hyundai-kia America Technical Center Inc (hatci).
The vehicle is described as a Front-Wheel Drive Midsize Cars 4-door sedan, hardtop.

ManufacturerKnown WMI(s)Fuel Type
Kia5XX KNA KND 5XX KND KNA Regular
City MPGHighway MPGCO2 emissions
20 - 35 MPG30 - 38 MPG242 - 372 g/mile
2015 Kia Optima
2015 Kia Optima
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Sub-models: - Optima Phev - Optima Hybrid - Optima Hybrid Ex -

Frequently Asked Questions
  • What is the MPG of a 2015 Kia Optima?
     - The 2015 Kia Optima has an EPA estimated city efficiency of 20 - 35 MPG and an estimated highway efficiency of 30 - 38 MPG.
  • What is the fuse box diagram for the 2015 Kia Optima?
     - Fuse box diagrams for the 2015 Kia Optima can be found here
  • What is the annual fuel cost for the 2015 Kia Optima?
     - EPA estimated annual fuel cost for the 2015 Kia Optima is $2250.
  • Where is the 2015 Kia Optima produced?
     - The 2015 Kia Optima is produced in Superior Township Georgia, United States (usa).
  • Are there recalls for the 2015 Kia Optima?
     - There are 8 recall(s) for the 2015 Kia Optima, additional information is below.
  • Does the 2015 Kia Optima work with Apple Carplay?
     - The Optima does support Apple Carplay.
  • Does the 2015 Kia Optima work with Android Auto?
     - The Optima does have Android Auto support.
  • What is the GVWR of a 2015 Kia Optima?
     - The 2015 Kia Optima has a GVWR of 4299 - 4497 lbs.
  • How much does the 2015 Kia Optima weigh?
     - The 2015 Kia Optima is listed to weigh 3325 - 3574 lbs.
Available Engine & Drive Classes
  • 2L 4 cylinder 6-speed automatic with select shift
  • 2.4L 4 cylinder 6-speed automatic with select shift
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 248604 [USA]: An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury.

  • Recall 208719 [USA]: An electrical short in the hecu increases the risk of a fire while parked or driving.

  • Recall 143357 [USA]: If the hecu short circuits, there is an increased risk of an engine compartment fire.

  • Recall 130128 [USA]: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

  • Recall R/2018/123 [UK]: High voltage battery system may malfunction and cause a sudden loss of power

  • Recall 2021424 [Canada]: Engine

  • Recall 2019143 [Canada]: Engine

  • Recall 2019098 [Canada]: Fuel supply

To ensure accuracy and for your safety, it is recommended to do a free VIN recall check here or here [USA] - UK - Canada.

Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
NHTSA Submitted Mechanical & Emissions Details

  • Automatic (S6) Front-Wheel Drive Optima

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1500
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 112.3962
    City mpg for fuel type 1,20
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,20.0221
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1372
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,24
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,23.5731
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.0
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index8
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)6
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2250
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)6
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,30
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,30.0971
    Vehicle record id34912
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)15
    Model name (carline)Optima
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleN
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)102
    TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 125.3
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 143.1
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-1500
    If t, this vehicle is turbochargedT
    3-character manufacturer codeKMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Wed May 14 00:00:00 EDT 2014
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Mon Sep 26 00:00:00 EDT 2016
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)N

  • Automatic (AM6) Front-Wheel Drive Optima Hybrid

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline2500
    Electric motor (kw-hrs)270V Li-Ion
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 18.04081
    City mpg for fuel type 1,35
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,35.386
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1242
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,37
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,36.6693
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index11
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)9
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)1450
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)9
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,38
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,38.37
    Vehicle record id35442
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    Model name (carline)Optima Hybrid
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)102
    TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 148.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 156.6
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline2500
    Electric motor (kw-hrs)270V Li-Ion
    3-character manufacturer codeKMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Mon Aug 04 00:00:00 EDT 2014
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jun 02 00:00:00 EDT 2020
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)Y

  • Automatic (AM6) Front-Wheel Drive Optima Hybrid Ex

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline2250
    Electric motor (kw-hrs)270V Li-Ion
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 18.26417
    City mpg for fuel type 1,35
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,34.7536
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1247
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,36
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,35.9523
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index12
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)9
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)1500
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)9
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,38
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,37.5346
    Vehicle record id35443
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)11
    Model name (carline)Optima Hybrid Ex
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)102
    TransmissionAutomatic (AM6)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 147.0
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 155.2
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline2250
    Electric motor (kw-hrs)270V Li-Ion
    3-character manufacturer codeKMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Mon Aug 04 00:00:00 EDT 2014
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Tue Jun 02 00:00:00 EDT 2020
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)Y

  • Automatic (S6) Front-Wheel Drive Optima

    Description Data
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    Description Data
    Annual petroleum consumption in barrels for fuel type 111.4427
    City mpg for fuel type 1,23
    Unrounded city mpg for fuel type 1,22.6257
    Tailpipe co2 in grams/mile for fuel type 1334
    Combined mpg for fuel type 1,26
    Unrounded combined mpg for fuel type 1,26.3354
    Engine cylinders4
    Engine displacement in liters2.4
    Drive axle typeFront-Wheel Drive
    EPA model type index9
    Engine descriptor; see fueleconomy.gov detailsSIDI
    EPA fuel economy score (-1 = not available)7
    Annual fuel cost for fuel type 1 ($)2100
    Fuel type with fuel type 1 and fuel type 2 (if applicable)Regular
    Fuel type 1. for single fuel vehicles, this will be the only fuel. for dual fuel vehicles, this will be the conventional fuel.Regular Gasoline
    EPA ghg score (-1 = not available)7
    Highway mpg for fuel type 1,33
    Unrounded highway mpg for fuel type 1,32.9355
    Vehicle record id34949
    4 door luggage volume (cubic feet)15
    Model name (carline)Optima
    Has my mpg data; see yourmpgvehicle and yourmpgdrivervehicleY
    If true, this vehicle operates on a blend of gasoline and electricity in charge depleting modefalse
    4-door passenger volume (cubic feet)102
    TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
    Unadjusted city mpg for fuel type 128.9255
    Unadjusted highway mpg for fuel type 147.642
    EPA vehicle size classMidsize Cars
    You save/spend over 5 years compared to an average car ($). savings are positive; a greater amount spent yields a negative number. for dual fuel vehicles, this is the cost savings for gasoline-750
    3-character manufacturer codeKMX
    Date the vehicle record was created (iso 8601 format)Fri May 30 00:00:00 EDT 2014
    Date the vehicle record was last modified (iso 8601 format)Mon Sep 26 00:00:00 EDT 2016
    Vehicle has start-stop technology (y, n, or blank for older vehicles)N
EPA Test Results

  • KIA MOTORS CORPORATION: OPTIMA - Test: FKMXV02.04GE

    Description Data
    Displacement (L)2
    Curb Weight (lbs.)3574
    Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs.)4497
    Equivalent Test Weight (lbs.)3875
    Test Drive Description2-Wheel Drive, Front
    Transmission Type DescriptionSemi-Automatic

  • KIA MOTORS CORPORATION: OPTIMA - Test: FKMXV02.44HE

    Description Data
    Displacement (L)2.4
    Curb Weight (lbs.)3325
    Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs.)4299
    Equivalent Test Weight (lbs.)3625
    Test Drive Description2-Wheel Drive, Front
    Transmission Type DescriptionSemi-Automatic

  • KIA MOTORS CORPORATION: OPTIMA - Test: FKMXV02.45HP

    Description Data
    Displacement (L)2.4
    Curb Weight (lbs.)3327
    Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (lbs.)4299
    Equivalent Test Weight (lbs.)3625
    Test Drive Description2-Wheel Drive, Front
    Transmission Type DescriptionAutomatic
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • PI1802YZ_TSB_R7 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: product improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a
  • PI2104_OWNR_201 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: owner renotification (pi2104) - this document is the owner renotification advising that kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update on 2014-2016 my kia optima hybrid vehicles e
  • CS2310_TSB_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: customer satisfaction: kia genuine remote start control module upgrade for anti-theft logic compatibility (cs2310) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this
  • CS2303B_OWNR2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer satisfaction campaign: owner re-notification - this document is the owner re-notification advising that kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition s
  • SC269_TSB - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary service campaign: high-voltage battery safety plug fuse inspection and replacement (sc269) - this bulletin provides information to inspect and, if necessary, replace the high voltage battery (hvb) safety plug fuse assembly or main
  • SC269_QA - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary service campaign: question and answer - this document is the question and answer guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the voluntary service campaign (sc269).
  • SC269_OWNR - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary service campaign: owner notification - this document is the owner notification advising that kia is conducting a voluntary service campaign to ensure that the proper high-voltage fuse is installed on 2013-2016 my optima hybrid veh
  • SC269_DPSM - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary service campaign: dealer parts and service manager memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer parts and service managers that kia is conducting a voluntary service campaign to ensure that the proper high-voltage fuse i
  • SC269_DP - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary service campaign: dealer principal memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer principals that kia is conducting a voluntary service campaign to ensure that the proper high-voltage fuse is installed on 2013-2016 my opti
  • CS2303A_OWNR2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer satisfaction campaign: owner re-notification - this document is the owner re-notification advising that kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition s
  • PI2104YZ_TSB - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Subsequent repair action: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi2104y/z) - this bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previously published in (pi2104) titled "knock sensor detection system -
  • CS2303_TSB_R3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: customer satisfaction: anti-theft s/w logic upgrade & decal installation (cs2303) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
  • CS2310_TSB - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin customer satisfaction: kia genuine remote start control module upgrade for anti-theft logic compatibility (cs2310) - this bulletin provides information to update the software logic in the kia genuine remote start
  • TSB_CLI049_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: partial repair - electrical a/c compressor - 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 bulleti
  • CS2303_TSB_R2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: customer satisfaction: anti-theft s/w logic upgrade & decal installation (cs2303) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
  • CS2303D_OWNR - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer satisfaction campaign: owner notification - this document is the owner notification advising that kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system
  • CS2303_TSB_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: customer satisfaction: anti-theft s/w logic upgrade & decal installation (cs2303) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black
  • CS2303B_OWNR - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer satisfaction campaign: owner notification - this document is the owner notification advising that kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system
  • CS2303A_OWNR - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Customer satisfaction campaign: owner notification - this document is the owner notification advising that kia has developed a software upgrade that can be installed on the vehicle to restrict the operation of the vehicle's ignition system
  • CS2303_TSB - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin customer satisfaction: anti-theft s/w logic upgrade & decal installation (cs2303) - this bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the software logic of the integrated body control unit (ibu) or body control modu
  • TSB_ELE273 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Technical service bulletin: high-voltage battery safety plug fuse inspection and replacement - this bulletin provides information associated with the "hybrid system warranty extension program" (wty029) to inspect and, if necessary, replace
  • TSB_TRA046_R3 - POWER TRAIN: Technical service bulletin: transmission fluid application guide - this bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each kia model. A flush is required only when a transmis
  • WTY029_OWNR - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Warranty extension: owner notification - this document is the owner notification advising that kia is extending the hybrid system warranty coverage for the high-voltage battery safety plug fuse in 2013-2016 my optima hybrid vehicles from 10
  • WTY029_QA - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Warranty extension: question and answer - this document is the question and answer guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the warranty extension (wty029).
  • WTY029_DPSM - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Warranty extension: dealer parts and service manager memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer parts and service managers that kia america, inc., is extending the hybrid system warranty coverage for the high-voltage battery saf
  • WTY029_DP - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Warranty extension: dealer principal memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer principals that kia america, inc., is extending the hybrid system warranty coverage for the high-voltage battery safety plug fuse in 2013-2016 my op
  • TSB_SST067_R2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: bearing clearance tester (bct) procedures - this bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the bearing clearance tester (bct) special service tool (sst). The sst comes pre-calibrated from the supp
  • PS720 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Pitstop: injector harness routing for pi1802y/z and pi1803y/z engine replacements - this bulletin provides information to address a no-start or hard start with poor running condition after engine replacement under pi1802y/z or pi1803y/z. So
  • TSB_ELE044_R3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: high-voltage battery ordering and return procedure - 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 b
  • TSB_ENG222_R6 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: excessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta/kappa engines - 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. Th
  • TSB_ENG222_R5 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION: Technical service bulletin: excessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta/kappa engines - 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. Th
  • PI1802YZ_TSB_R6 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin are
  • TSB_ENG222_R4 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Technical service bulletin: excessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta/kappa engines - 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. Th
  • TSB_SST067_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL: This bulletin provides information regarding test procedure of the bearing clearance tester (bct) special service tool (sst). The sst comes pre-calibrated from the supplier however, in some cases, due to variable shop compressor air pressur
  • PI1802YZ_TSB_R5 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin are
  • TSB_CHA084_R8 - STEERING: Technical service bulletin: partial repair of c-mdps motor, ecu, worm gear and/or steering column housing - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar
  • TSB_BOD055_R1 - STRUCTURE: Technical service bulletin: information for headlamp condensation and moisture - 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 b
  • TSB_ENG222_R3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: excessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta/kappa engines - 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. Th
  • TSB_ELE044_R2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: high-voltage battery ordering and return procedure - 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 b
  • SC208_OWNR - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER: Sc208_ownr: owner notification - this document is the owner notification advising that kia is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to install an auxiliary evaporative canister in their vehicle to ensure the evaporative canister
  • SC208_TSB - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:EVAPORATIVE EMISSIONS:CANISTER: Voluntary emissions service campaign: auxiliary canister kit installation (sc208) - this bulletin provides the procedure for the installation of an add-on auxiliary canister on some 2011-2016my optima (tf hev) vehicles equipped with 2.4l th
  • SC208_POC - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Sc208_poc: proof of correction card
  • SC208_STKR - EQUIPMENT: Sc208_stkr: voluntary emissions service campaign completion sticker
  • SC208_QA - EQUIPMENT: Sc208_qa: question and answer - this document is the question and answer guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the voluntary emissions service campaign (sc208).
  • SC208_DPSM - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Sc208_dpsm: dealer parts and service manager memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer parts and service managers that kia america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to install an auxiliary canister kit
  • SC208_DP - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Sc208_dp: dealer principal memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer principals that kia america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to install an auxiliary canister kit to improve evaporative system perf
  • PI2104_TSB - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: theta 2.4l mpi - knock sensor detection system (ksds) ecu logic improvement (pi2104) - this bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to install the knock senso
  • PI2104_OWNR - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: owner notification - this document is the owner notification advising that kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update on 2014-2016 my optima hybrid vehicles equipped with 2.4
  • PI2104_QA - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: question and answer - this document is the question and answer guide containing the most frequently asked questions regarding the product improvement campaign (pi2104).
  • PI2104_DPSM - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: dealer parts and service manager memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer principals that kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (
  • PI2104_DP - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: dealer principal memo - this document is the announcement to the dealer principals that kia is conducting a product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect
  • PS115 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: Service action: exterior door handle trim cap replacement (sa198)
  • PS391 - COMMUNICATION: Optima hybrid (tf hev) with dtc B1695 - lost communication with e-comp
  • PS702 - VISIBILITY: Pit stop: a/c dye for e-compressor equipped vehicles - this bulletin provides information on the proper non-conductive a/c system leak detection dye to be used in all ev, hev, and phev models equipped with an electric a/c compressor.
  • TSB_CHA084_R7 - STEERING: Technical service bulletin: partial repair of c-mdps motor, ecu, worm gear and/or steering column housing - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar
  • TSB_ENG222_R2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: excessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta engines - 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 bul
  • PS686 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Pitstop/technical operations - smoke machine not to be used for emissions testing with hev/phev models - this pitstop provides information to properly test the evaporative emissions system in all kia 2011my~ hybrid (hev) and plug-in hybrid
  • TSB_FUE049 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Technical service bulletin: combination tsb / service action: air filter and nvld replacement (sa447) - this bulletin provides the procedure to perform an evaporative leak test and replace the fuel tank air filter, and, if necessary, the n
  • TSB_ENG222_R1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: excessive oil consumption nu/gamma/theta engines - 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 b
  • TSB_TRA059 - POWER TRAIN: Technical service bulletin: hcu/tcu upgrade - for 100 mesh solenoid equipped hybrid transmissions -this bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade of the hybrid control unit (hcu) and the transmission control unit (tcu) of
  • TSBELE100R2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb - combination tsb / service action: uvo system upgrade (sa222) - 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 prov
  • PS443 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb - use of aftermarket usb charging cables in usb/12v ports - this article provides information regarding the use of usb ports and 12v power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units th
  • TSB_CHA084_R6 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: partial repair of c-mdps motor, ecu, worm gear and/or steering column housing - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black ba
  • TSB_CHA084_R5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Technical service bulletin: partial repair of c-mdps motor, ecu, worm gear and/or steering column housing - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black b
  • PI1802YZ_TSB_R4 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin ar
  • TSB_CHA098_R3 - EQUIPMENT: Technical service bulletin: ibau system repair for noise and air bleeding - 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 bulle
  • PS675 - EQUIPMENT: Pitstop - brake caliper leak inspection - this pitstop provides information related to a brake caliper fluid/oil substance found on some kia vehicles, due to possible excess assembly oil applied during assembly.
  • PI1802_TSB_R12 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Product improvement - tsb_pi1802_r2 - knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margi
  • SC189_TSB - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: voluntary emissions service campaign - auxiliary canister installation and evap leakage test (sc189) - this bulletin provides information on the installation of an auxiliary evap canister on some 2011-2015my opti
  • TSB_ENG219 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: maintenance reminder feature - this bulletin provides information on setting the "service interval reminder" feature available on most kia vehicles. If the service interval reminder is set, the customer will be i
  • SC189_QA - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary emissions service campaign (sc189) - questions and answers
  • SC189_POC - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary emissions service campaign (sc189) - proof of completion card
  • SC189_OWNR - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary emissions service campaign (sc189) - owner notification letter - dear kia optima owner: kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to install an auxiliary evaporative canister in your vehicle to
  • SC189_Label - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Voluntary emissions service campaign (sc189) - completion label
  • SC189_DPSM - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary emissions service campaign (sc189) - dealer parts and service manager memo - kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to install an auxiliary canister kit to improve evaporative system performa
  • SC189_DP - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Voluntary emissions service campaign (sc189) - dealer principal memo - kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to install an auxiliary canister kit to improve evaporative system performance on certain 2
  • PI1802YZ_TSB_R3 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign - engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z_rev3) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. - this bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin
  • PI1802YZ_TSB_R2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign - engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z_rev2) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin p
  • TSB_CLI049 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Technical service bulletin: partial repair - electrical a/c compressor - this bulletin provides information regarding partial repair of the air conditioning (a/c) compressor assembly on some 2011my~ optima (tf hev, jf hev/phev/ev), soul (ps
  • PI1802_TSB_R11 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: product improvement campaign : knock sensor detection system (ksds) logic improvement (pi1802_r11) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to
  • TSB_CHA091_R2 - STEERING: Technical service bulletin: steering gear yoke plug and assembly replacement - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the steering gear box yoke plug and assembly o
  • TSB_TRA046_R1 - POWER TRAIN: Technical service bulletin: - transmission fluid application guide - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requ
  • TSB_ENG205_C - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin: service action: wiring signal interference check & engine noise inspection (sa379) - closed - superseded by pi1802yz/1803yz.
  • PI1802YZ_TSB_R1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previou
  • PI1802WX_TSB_R7C - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: tsb_r7 - engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x) - closed - superseded by pi1802y/z.
  • PI1802YZ_TSB - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM: Product improvement campaign: tsb - engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802y/z) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin p
  • PI1802_TSB_R10 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: tsb - rev 10 - knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update
  • TSB_CHA098_R2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Technical service bulletin: ibau system repair for noise and air bleeding - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the repair procedure for the integrated brake actuation unit (ibau) system
  • PI1802_TSB_R9 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb - product improvement campaign - knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) rev.9 - this bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to install the knock sensor detecti
  • TSB_ELE148 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Technical service bulletin: halogen head lamp low beam bulb connector replacement - this bulletin provides information regarding the procedure to repair the bulb connector on some 2010my~ vehicles listed on the table below, which may exhibi
  • TSB_CHA091_R1 - STEERING: Technical service bulletin: steering gear yoke plug and assembly replacement - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the procedure to replace the steering gear box yoke plug and assembly on
  • PI1802WX_TSB_R7 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Product improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previous
  • PI1802_OWN#3_OPT - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Owner letter - product improvement campaign (pi1802) **third notice** - dear kia optima owner: kia motors america, inc. Is conducting an important product improvement campaign to perform a software update on some 2014 my optima vehicles eq
  • PI1802WX_TSB_R6 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Technical service bulletin pi1802w/x (rev 6) - product improvement campaign - engine replacement instructions - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the technical se
  • TSBCHA084_R4 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Technical service bulletin: partial repair of c-mdps motor, ecu and/or steering column housing - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the motor d
  • PI1802_TSB_R8 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb - product improvement campaign: knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the en
  • TSBCHA084_R3 - STEERING: Technical service bulletin tsb084_r3: partial repair of c-mdps motor, ecu and/or steering column housing - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of t
  • PS616 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Pitstop: lower engine service cover bolt locations - this pitstop provides information on the correct bolt location of the lower engine service cover on 2016-2020my optima 2.4l and 2.0l equipped vehicles. The lower engine service cover is s
  • PI1802_TSB_R7 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Product improvement campaign - knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) - this bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to install the knock sensor detection system (k
  • TSBCHA098 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL: Tsbcha098: ibau system repair guide for noise and air bleeding - this bulletin provides the repair guide for the integrated brake actuation unit (ibau) system on some 2014-2019my kia ev/hybrid/plug-in hybrid vehicles listed (see table), whi
  • TSBCHA098_R1 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: Tsbcha098_r1: ibau system repair for noise and air bleeding - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides the repair procedure for the integrated brake actuation unit (ibau) system on some 2014-2
  • PI1802_OWNR2_OPT - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Pi1802_ownr2_opt: kia motors america, inc. Is conducting an important product improvement campaign to perform a software update on some 2014 my optima vehicles equipped with 2.4l gasoline direct injection ("¿gdi") engines, and all 2015-2
  • TSBCHA084_R2 - STEERING:COLUMN: Tsb: replacement of c-mdps motor, ecu and/or steering column housing - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the motor driven power steering (mdp
  • TSBENG205_R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: service action: wiring signal interference check & engine noise inspection (sa379) - this bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with diagn
  • TSBENG205 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: service action: wiring signal interference check & engine noise inspection (sa379) - this bulletin provides information related to an expanded diagnostic test that is now required on a number of vehicles previously diagnosed with diagn
  • PI1802WX_TSB_R5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x) - this bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previously published in july 2018 (pi1802, rev 6, 01/31/2019) titled "knock sensor detection syste
  • PI1802WX_TSB_R4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x) - this bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previously published in july 2018 (pi1802, rev 6, 01/31/2019) titled "knock sensor detection syste
  • VPI1802WX_TSB_R3 - ENGINE (PWS): Vehicle product improvement: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x)- this bulletin has been revised to include additional information this bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previously
  • PS515_R2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pitstop: dtc P1B25/P1B77 ? 125 amp hv fuse inspection - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. When addressing a concern related to the 2011-2016my optima hybrid (tf hev) high voltage (hv) warning light on and kds
  • VPI1802WX_TSB_R2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign: engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previo
  • VPI1802_TSB_R6 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign:knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information.This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine co
  • TSBENG083_R1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Tsb: special service information & specifications for gdi high pressure fuel system - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information relating to all kia vehicles equipped with gasoline
  • TSBCHA084_R1 - STEERING: Tsb: replacement of c-mdps motor and/or ecu - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the motor driven power steering (mdps) motor and/or electroni
  • TSBBOD185 - VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY: Tsb: panorama sunroof creak or rattle noise - this bulletin provides the procedure to apply felt tape on the panorama sunroof crossmember on some 2012-2015my optima (qf) vehicles, equipped with panorama sunroof, produced from august 31, 201
  • PS587 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pitstop: p/hev no start ? Shift before ready - this pitstop provides information regarding possible customer complaint of intermittent ?No-start?.
  • DC_20190125 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Recent kia media reports, january 25, 2019 update - dear kia retailer, at kia, safety is a top priority and we wrote to you last august and again last october to provide you with updates regarding news reports about non-collision fires in k
  • VPI1802_TSB_R5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Product improvement campaign - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to install the knock sensor detection system (
  • VPI1802_TSB_R4 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Product improvement campaign - this tsb has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to install the knock sensor detection system (ksds)
  • VPI1802_TSB_R3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Vehicle product improvement campaign - knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the
  • VPI1802WX_TSB_R1 - ENGINE (PWS): Product improvement campaign - engine replacement instructioengine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x) - this bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previously published in july 2018 (pi1802,
  • TSBCHA091 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: steering gear yoke plug and assembly replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the steering gear box yoke plug and assembly on some models listed below, which may exhibit a ticking noise while turning the steering w
  • TSBCHA084 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: replacement of c-mdps motor and/or ecu - this bulletin provides information regarding the partial repair of the motor driven power steering (mdps) motor and/or electronic control unit (ecu) on the listed kia models with a column mounte
  • PS581 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pitstop: hybrid hv battery soc gauge (ps581) - this pitstop provides information regarding the state of charge (soc) gauge on all kia hybrid p/hev) vehicles. Normal operation of the hev soc gauge is between 40-60%. This is to allow for rege
  • VPI1802WX_TSB - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Product improvement campaign (pi1802) - tsb - engine replacement instructions for dtc P1326 (pi1802w/x) - this bulletin provides information related to the technical service bulletin previously published in july 2018 (pi1802, rev 2, 09/24/2
  • VSC152_QA - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Questions and answers - sc152 ? Vehicle emission control (veci) label replacement voluntary emissions service campaign
  • VSC152_OWNER_TFE - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Emissions service campaign (sc152) - owner letter - dear kia optima hybrid owner: kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to replace the vehicle emission control information (veci) label on all 2015, 20
  • VSC152_DSM - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Emissions service campaign (sc152) - dealer parts and service manager letter - kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to replace the vehicle emission control information (veci) label on all 2015, 2016,
  • VSC152_DP - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS: Emissions service campaign (sc152) - dealer principal letter - kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign to replace the vehicle emission control information (veci) label on all 2015, 2016, and some 2017 m
  • VPI1802A1_OWNER - ENGINE (PWS): Product improvement campaign (pi1802a1) update - owner letter - dear kia optima owner: as we previously notified you, kia motors america, inc. Is conducting an important product improvement campaign to perform a software update on some 201
  • VPI1802A1_DSM - ENGINE (PWS): Product improvement campaign (pi1802a1) update - dealer service manager letter - as announced in july 2018, kia motors america, inc. Has been conducting a product improvement campaign (pi1802) to perform a software update to protect the eng
  • VPI1802_WTY - ENGINE (PWS): Product improvement campaign (pi1802) - warranty bulletin - kma launched product improvement campaign pi1802a on july 25, 2018 to perform a software update on certain vehicles with 2.4l gdi engines to alert vehicle drivers at an early stage
  • VPI1802_TSB_R2 - ENGINE (PWS): Product improvement campaign (pi1802) - tsb - knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) - this bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to install the knock sensor dete
  • VPI1802_TSB_R1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Tsb: product improvement campaign: knock sensor detection system - ecu logic improvement (pi1802) - this bulletin provides information related to a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to install the knock sensor detection syste
  • VPI1802_OWNER_OP - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Product improvement campaign: dear kia optima owner: kia motors america, inc. Is conducting an important product improvement campaign to perform a software update on some 2014 my optima vehicles equipped with 2.4l gasoline direct injection
  • TSBTRA079 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb: service action: hcu/tcu logic improvement for dtc P1744 (400 mesh equipped trans) (sa351) - this bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the hybrid control unit (hcu) and the transmission control unit (tcu) on some 2013
  • TSBTRA068_CLOSED - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: hcu/tcu logic improvement for dtc P1744 (400 mesh equipped transmissions only) - tsb tra068 closed. Refer to tsb tra079/sa351
  • TSBELE151 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: bms logic improvement after high voltage battery replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the battery management system (bms) on some 2011-2016my optima hybrid (tf hev) vehicles, produced from february
  • VPI1802_QA - ENGINE (PWS): Q & a - this document is the q & a for the new product improvement campaign to provide information regarding a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage.
  • VPI1802_DSM - ENGINE (PWS): Dealer service manager notice - this notice advised the dealer service manager of the new product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing
  • VPI1802_DP - ENGINE (PWS): Dealer principal notice - this notice advised the dealer principal of the new product improvement campaign to perform a software update to the engine control unit (ecu) to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage.
  • PS464_R2 - LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION: Pitstop - no communication with blind spot detection after collision repairs - this pitstop provides information relating to the vehicles listed below with blind spot detection (bsd), which may exhibit a ?Check bsd system? Message and no co
  • TSBELE147 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb - bms logic improvement for dtc P1B70 - this bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the battery management system (bms) on some 2011-2016my optima hybrid (tf hev) vehicles, produced from february 15, 2011 through july 2
  • TSBTRA059_R4 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): Tsb - hcu/tcu upgrade ? For 100mesh solenoid - equipped hybrid transmissions - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade of the hybrid control unit (hc
  • TSBTRA059_R3 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb - hcu/tcu upgrade ? For 100mesh solenoid equipped hybrid transmissions - this bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade of the hybrid control unit (hcu)
  • TSBELE129_R2 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb - uvo software upgrade - this bulletin has been revised and is no longer a service action. This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the uvo software on some 2015my soul (ps), sportage (sl), optima (tf, qf), forte (yd), and soren
  • TSBELE128_R2 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb - audio software upgrade - this bulletin has been revised and is no longer a service action. This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the audio software on some 2015my soul (ps), sportage (sl), optima (tf, qf), forte (yd), and so
  • PS539 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Pitstop - engine component re-use guidelines - in general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.
  • TSBTRA047_R2 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY:AXLE SHAFT: Tsb - driveshaft serviceability - this bulletin has been revised most recently to include additional information. This bulletin provides information regarding axle shaft serviceability for kia vehicles equipped with a six-speed automatic tr
  • TSBENG172 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb - service action: turbo oil feed line replacement (sa300) - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the turbo oil feed line on some 2011-2015my optima (tf), produced from november 1, 2010 through august 30, 2011, 2012-2015my opt
  • TSBELE091R3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations.
  • TSBTRA068 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb - hcu/tcu logic improvement for dtc P1744 (400 mesh equipped transmissions only) - this bulletin provides the procedure to improve the logic of the hybrid control unit (hcu) on some 2011-2012my optima hybrid (tf hev), produced from febr
  • TSBBOD172 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: Tsb - outside rear combination lamp water intrusion - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the outside rear combination lamp pads on some 2011-2015my optima (tf), produced from august 12, 2010 through july 23, 2015, and some 2011
  • TSB-ELE091R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - identifying head unit software version for direct exchange (ele091) (rev 1) - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level
  • PS502 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Pitstop: unable to connect to uvo eservices - this pitstop provides information about customer complaints regarding: * ?Unable to connect to uvo eservices using an iphone?, * ?Connection error and unable to sync with the uvo app with my iph
  • PS474 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pitstop: tpms sensor position - when diagnosing tpms-related dtcs, make sure you are investigating the correct sensor. The tpms positioning from the manufacturer may be different from the positioning shown on a kds.
  • TSBTRA059R2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb:hcu/tcu upgrade ? For 100 mesh solenoid equipped hybrid transmissions - this bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade of the hybrid control unit (hcu) and the transmission control unit (tcu) of some 2011~2016my optima
  • PS464R1 - FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: Pitstop: no communication with blind spot - this pitstop provides information relating to 2014-2015my optima (qf) vehicles with blind spot detection (bsd), which may exhibit a ?Check bsd system? Message and no communication with the bsd sys
  • PS493 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Tsb: defogging logic ? Normal operation, disabling, and enabling - starting with 2010my, all kia vehicles, except rio (jb), incorporate a defogging logic to prevent the interior windows from becoming excessively fogged. Depending on the spe
  • TSB-ELE100R4 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Tsb: uvo system upgrade - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014-2016my soul (ps), sorento (xma)/(uma), optima (tf hev), forte (yd), sportage (sl), 2015-2016my sedona (yp), and 2014-2015(my) optima (q
  • TSB-BOD167 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Tsb: exterior emblem replacement - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the front and rear kia emblems on some 2014-2015my optima (qf) and replace the front and if necessary, the rear emblems on some 2014-2015my sorento (xma) veh
  • TSB-ELE129R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: service action: uvo software upgrade (sa277) - this bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the uvo software on some 2015my soul (ps), sportage (sl), optima (tf, qf), forte (yd), and sorento (xma) vehicles to incorporate bluetooth
  • TSB-ELE128R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: service action: audio software upgrade (sa276) - this bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the audio software on some 2015my soul (ps), sportage (sl), optima (tf, qf), forte (yd), and sorento (xma) vehicles to incorporate bluetoo
  • PS469 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Pitstop: manual evaporative emissions test for hard to find/small leaks - if the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) is illuminated with dtc(s) P0442, P0455, P0456, or P0457 (evaporative emissions system-leak detected) and the evaporative (eva
  • TSB-GEN085R1 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Tsb: mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware - by design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various kia models and are strictly intended for ?One time use.? Some example
  • TSB-ELE070 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb:service action: navigation unit software upgrade (sa172) - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the navigation system software of some sedona (yp), soul (ps) and optima (qf) vehicles to resolve concerns related to no sound
  • TSB-TRA055 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Tsb: inhibitor switch diagnosis information - this bulletin gives information regarding the steps to take regarding the diagnosis of the inhibitor switch.
  • TSB-GEN057 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Tsb: general information and diagnosis for smart key fob systems and start/stop buttons - this bulletin provides information related to the smart key systems on vehicles equipped with a/t (automatic transaxle) and start/stop buttons (ssb).
  • TSB-CLI017R4 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Tsb: ev and hybrid a/c system servicing requirements - the soul electric vehicle (ev) and the optima hybrid use an a/c compressor that is driven by a high-voltage electric motor rather than by a belt. Both the motor and compressor are in on
  • TSB-GEN085 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Tsb: mandatory replacement of locking/security hardware - by design, certain fasteners utilized in various kia models are strictly intended for ?One time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with sta
  • TSB-ENG160R1 - ENGINE (PWS): Tsb: ecu upgrade ? Mil on with dtc(s) P0420/P0171 - this bulletin provides information related to the ecu software upgrade for some 2012~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from august 12, 2011 to october 2, 2015, some 2012~2015my sorento
  • PS339 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:STARTER ASSEMBLY: Pitstop: remote start system diagnostic hotline - when diagnosing remote start systems, refer to the table shown in this article for detailed information on applicable models, model year and system supplier; along with the applicable hotlin
  • TSB-ENG143R1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS: Tsb: service action: engine crankshaft pulley and bolt replacement (sa170) - this bulletin provides the information to replace the crankshaft pulley and crankshaft bolt on some 2015my optima (qf) and 2015my sorento (xma) vehicles, produced
  • PS343 - STEERING: Pitstop: oily substance dripping from mdps steering column - on some optima (qf/tf/tf hev) vehicles, the customer may complain of an oily substance dripping onto the driver?S side floorboard area, especially in areas with high ambient tempe
  • PS338 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pitstop: heater blowing cold air while in ev mode - when diagnosing a concern related to the heater intermittently blowing cold air while in ev mode, check the electric water pump (ewp) for the a/c system (not the main cooling system ewp),
  • PS330 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pitstop: avn 4.0 uvo eservices dealer engineering mode - when troubleshooting an avn 4.0 head-unit, follow the procedure outlined below to access the dealer engineering mode and perform various eservices related maintenance functions.
  • PS328 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: Pitstop: hesitation in electric and gas modes - when diagnosing an optima hybrid with an off idle hesitation concern that can be duplicated, and no dtc(s) codes (active or history) are stored, access mcu > current data to check the status o
  • PS331 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Pitstop: enabling wi-fi on uvo eservices w/premium navigation equipped vehicles (customer guide) - along with the download center, and other new uvo features, comes the addition of wi-fi capability for the vehicle. Beginning with uvo eservi
  • TSB-SC135R1 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Tsb: voluntary emissions service campaign: evaporative canister inspection and/or replacement (sc135) - this bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the evaporative canister assembly on some optima (tf) vehicles, produced fr
  • TSB-ENG160 - ENGINE (PWS): Tsb: ecu upgrade ? Mil on with dtc(s) P0420/P0171 - this bulletin provides information related to the ecu software upgrade for some 2012~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from august 12, 2011 to october 2, 2015, some 2012~2015my sorento
  • TSB-ELE044R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY: Tsb: high-voltage battery ordering and return procedure - this bulletin outlines the ordering and return procedure for high-voltage lithium-ion batteries equipped on ev/hybrid vehicles (hereafter referred to as "high-voltage batteries" or h
  • PS327 - ENGINE (PWS): Pitstop: resetting cylinder balance adaptation values - when addressing a cylinder balance concern on a vehicle equipped with a 2.4l gdi engine, it is important to note that the dtc may recur after replacement of any faulty component(s) and
  • PS325 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL: Pitstop: slight variation in the ?Set? Speed after setting cruise control - a few customers have complained about their vehicle briefly accelerating beyond the set cruising speed and then slowing down to the "set" speed. This article addres
  • TSB-GEN069 - EQUIPMENT: Tsb: uvo eservices (avn 4.0) ? Technology highlights - in an effort to better educate and familiarize customers with some of the features in their recently purchased 2015my optima (qf) vehicle; kia motors america would like all dealership
  • TSB-CLI024 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Tsb: testing a/c compressor function using gds - this bulletin provides information on a new procedure to test a/c compressor function using the gds.
  • PS322 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Pit stop: dtc P0456 and charcoal canister leaks - when addressing a concern related to a dtc P0456 (evaporative emissions system ? Small leak detected), and an inspection of the vapor lines, connections and fuel cap reveal no abnormalities,
  • PS316 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pit stop: ?Hybrid system warning!? Message in cluster and mil-on with dtc P1784 - when diagnosing an optima hybrid with a ?Hybrid system warning!? Message (a) in the cluster, the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and dtc P1784 (eop 3-phas
  • PS315 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS: Pit stop: gdi injector spray tip deposits - a design feature of vehicles equipped with a gasoline direct injection (gdi) system is the placement of each fuel injector directly into the engine cylinder head assembly. Therefore, it is complet
  • TSB-TRA051 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement ? Dtc P0741 - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of the damper clutch (d/c) solenoid on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtc P0741 (active or history), instead of replacing th
  • PS414 - SUSPENSION:FRONT:MACPHERSON STRUT: Pitstop: difficulty assembling strut bearing/insulator - on some optima vehicles, when replacing the strut insulator or strut bearing with new parts you may encounter difficulty installing the new strut bearing into place on the insulator.
  • TSBTRA051R1 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement multiple dtcs - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of various shift solenoids on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtcs P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773
  • TSBELE089 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Tsb: navigation head unit sd card replacement - this bulletin describes the sd card exchange/replacement procedure related to error messages that may be displayed on the navigation screen when the incorrect sd card is inserted. Note: only n
  • PS387 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM): Pitstop: navigation headunit and sd card compatibility - this article provides information in regards to possible compatibility issues between navigation head units and sd cards when replacing head units for multimedia issues. If after repl
  • PS365R1 - EQUIPMENT: Pitstop: bluetooth issues after iphone ios 8 software update - this article provides information related to possible bluetooth concerns when using an iphone with ios 8.X (ios 8, 8.0.1, 8.0.2, 8.1, 8.1.2, 8.1.3, etc.) while paired to a he
  • PS392 - ENGINE (PWS): Pitstop: intermittent no start in cold temperatures with check bsd system message on cluster - on some optima (qf) vehicles, a customer may experience an intermittent no start concern, on cold start-up and in cooler temperatures. This
  • TSB CHA067 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: This bulletin provides information related to an ibau (integrated brake actuation unit) software upgrade for some 2014-2016 my optima hybrid (tf hev) vehicles, produced from december 2, 2013 through july 22, 2015, which may exhibit a malfun
  • SC135QA - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL: Q and a (sc135/wty009) - evaporative canister voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program
  • SC135OWNER - ENGINE (PWS): Owner notification letter (sc135) - dear kia owner, kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program regarding the evaporative canister in your vehicle.
  • SC135DEALERPSM - ENGINE (PWS): Dealer parts & service manager memo (sc135) - attention: all dealer parts and service managers, kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program to inspect the evaporative canister.
  • SC135DEALERP - ENGINE (PWS): Dealer principal memo (sc135) - attention: all dealer principals, kia motors america, inc. Is conducting a voluntary emissions service campaign / warranty extension program to inspect the evaporative canister. Kia has determined that the fo
  • PS464 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Pitstop: no communication with blind spot detection after collision repairs - this pitstop provides information relating to 2014-2015my optima (qf) vehicles with blind spot detection (bsd), which may exhibit a check bsd system message and
  • PS465 - LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION: Pitstop: recalibration of blind spot detection after collision repairs - this pitstop provides information relating to some vehicles equipped with blind spot detection (bsd), which may exhibit a check bsd system message with dtcs: C270254
  • PS266R1 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: Pitstop: hvac receiver/dryer - desiccant replacement - in the event of a hvac system concern in which metal particles or shards have contaminated the system, the desiccant or the entire a/c receiver/dryer assembly may need to be replaced. T
  • PS457 - BRAKES (PWS): Pitstop: variant coding integrated brake actuation units (ibau) - when replacing the integrated brake actuation unit, it is necessary to perform variant coding of the new module. For additional information related to variant coding click th
  • TSBSC135 - ENGINE (PWS): Tsb: voluntary emissions service campaign: evaporative canister inspection and/or replacement (sc135) - this bulletin provides information to inspect and/or replace the evaporative canister assembly on some optima (tf) vehicles, produced fr
  • TSBTRA049 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb: 6-speed a/t transmission adaptive values reset/relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset and relearn the adaptive values after transmission replacement or reprogramming/replacement of the ecm/pcm.
  • PS364 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS: Pitstop: water leak/condensation in rear outer tail lamp(s) - on some 2014~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, customers may complain about water droplets forming inside the rear tail lamp lenses following a rainstorm or after washing their vehicl
  • PS400 - ENGINE (PWS): Pitstop: smart pedal feature - the smart pedal is an integral part of the engine management system (ems) functionality which monitors and prevents the simultaneous activation of accelerator and brake pedals. When engaged, the feature redu
  • TSBCHA055 - LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION: Tsb: service action: blind spot detection (bsd) system logic improvement (sa187) - this bulletin provides information related to an upgrade of the logic for the blind spot detection (bsd) system of some 2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced
  • TSBCHA056 - STEERING: Tsb: service action: steering feel improvement (sa188) - this bulletin provides information related to an upgrade of the logic for the motor driven power steering (mpds) ecu of some 2014~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from august 23,
  • TT067 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "tech tip: dtc P1A89 - dc/dc converter current sensor fault symptom: dtc - mil P1A89 dc/dc converter current sensor fault and illuminated battery charging system warning lamp in the cluster. Repair: use gds/kds to check the ldc output
  • TT066 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "tech tip: dtc C1203 or C1212 - speed sensor failure symptom: C1203 rh front wheel speed sensor open/short and/or C1212 vehicle speed sensor failure. Repair: check for a short in the main esc harness near the radiator bracket. Veri
  • PS404 - EQUIPMENT: Pitstop: high-pitched squeal noise before coming to a complete stop - on some vehicles, customers may complain of an intermittent squeal when coming to a stop. This concern is often due to the brake pads not freely floating within the calip
  • PS405 - WHEELS:HUB: Pitstop: black wheel center cap on fleet vehicles - on some 2015my optima lx vehicles sold for fleet use, dealer personnel may notice that the wheel center cap has a black background and differs in appearance from other optima lx vehicles.
  • PS402 - EQUIPMENT: "pitstop: uvo eservices w/premium navigation (avn 4.0) functionality and required use of usb cable - for customer complaints on avn 4.0 (uvo eservices w/premium navigation head unit) equipped vehicles regarding the following concerns: h un
  • TSBELE085 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: uvo software upgrade media button inoperative - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system of some 2014~2015my sportage (sl), forte (yd), optima (tf/qf), optima hybrid (tf hev) and sorento (xma) vehicles, which
  • PS373R1 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.: Pitstop: mode switches from siriusxm or fm to am - this pitstop provides information to address possible customer complaints on avn 4.0 (navigation head unit) relating to: * mode switches to am (usually from siriusxm , fm, cd, other media
  • PS414 - SUSPENSION: Pitstop: difficulty assembling strut bearing/insulator - on some optima vehicles, when replacing the strut insulator or strut bearing with new parts you may encounter difficulty installing the new strut bearing into place on the insulator.
  • TSBTRA051R1 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM): Tsb: 6 spd a/t solenoid replacement multiple dtcs - this bulletin provides information relating to the replacement of various shift solenoids on 6-speed automatic transaxles with dtcs P0741, P0743, P0748, P0753, P0758, P0763, P0768, P0773
  • TSBELE089 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: navigation head unit sd card replacement - this bulletin describes the sd card exchange/replacement procedure related to error messages that may be displayed on the navigation screen when the incorrect sd card is inserted. Note: only n
  • TSBENG147 - ENGINE (PWS): Tsb: data collection: extract california emissions data from ecu (dC1501) - this bulletin provides information related to extracting in use performance tracking emissions data from the engine control unit (ecu) of certain vehicles sold in
  • TSBELE090 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Tsb: c state error message on version 8.5 map update - this bulletin describes an sd card replacement procedure for customers that have a specific error displayed on the navigation head unit (shown below) after purchasing and installing a
  • TSBBOD143 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS: "tsb: combination lamp water intrusion - this bulletin provides the procedure to install additional foam gaskets in both rear tail lamps on 2014-2015my optima (qf) vehicles, when either of the lamp housings may indicate water inside. On som
  • TSBCHA067 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: ecu upgrade mil on with dtc C1356 - this bulletin provides information related to an ibau (integrated brake actuation unit) software upgrade for some 2014~2016my optima hybrid (tf hev) vehicles, produced from december 2, 2013 through
  • TSBTRA059 - POWER TRAIN: Hcu/tcu upgrade - for 100 mesh solenoid equipped hybrid transmissions -this bulletin provides information related to a software upgrade of the hybrid control unit (hcu) and the transmission control unit (tcu) of some 2011-2016 my optima hyb
  • TSBELE113R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: android auto/apple carplay software download - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading avn 4.0 and uvo 3.0 audio system software to include android auto and apple carplay software.
  • PS391 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: "pitstop: optima hybrid (tf hev) with dtc B1695 - lost communication with e-comp - when addressing a customer concern related to an a/c system not blowing cold air and dtc B1695 is active in the a/c control unit, this could be the result of
  • TSBTRA049R1 - POWER TRAIN: Tsb: 6-spd. A/t adaptive value reset /relearn - this bulletin provides the procedures necessary to reset and relearn the adaptive values after transmission replacement or reprogramming/replacement of the pcm/tcm. After the adaptive values a
  • TSBELE091 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: identifying head unit software version for direct exchange - this bulletin provides the procedure on how to identify and record the head unit software level on various head unit platforms and generations. This procedure will now be req
  • TSBELE100R3 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Combination tsb / service action: uvo system upgrade (sa222) - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014~2016my soul (ps), sorento (xma)/(uma), optima (tf hev), forte (yd), sportage (sl) 2015~2016my sedo
  • TSBELE085R1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: uvo software upgrade - media button inoperative - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system of some 2014~2015my sportage (sl), forte (yd), optima (tf/qf), optima hybrid (tf hev) and sorento (xma) vehicles, which
  • TSBENG149 - ENGINE (PWS): Tsb: 2.4 gdi mil on with dtc(s) P0263/ P0266/ P0269/ P0272 - this bulletin provides information about the replacement of the fuel injectors in some sorento (xma) produced 12/17/2012~12/11/2014, optima (qf) produced 07/28/2013~10/02/2015, op
  • TSBBOD115 - STRUCTURE: Service action: exterior door handle trim cap replacement (sa198) - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace the exterior door handle trim cap of some 2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from september 2, 2014 through august 24, 20
  • TSBGEN076 - ENGINE (PWS): Tsb: proper oil grade / viscosity selection for turbo equipped vehicles - this bulletin provides information related to the proper engine oil grade / viscosity to be used when servicing vehicles equipped with a turbocharger. In addition to
  • PS428 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Simplified uvo e-services activation procedure - this article outlines the simplified activation procedure for vehicles equipped with uvo e-services. (excluding 2016 k900 and soul ev)
  • TSBGEN078 - EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL : Pre-delivery inspection (pdi) and owner delivery folder program - all models excluding k900 and soul ev -kia motors america, inc. Is pleased to announce the launch of an all-new pre-delivery inspection (pdi) and owner delivery folder progra
  • TSBSST041 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Tsb: kds - audio update module (aum) - the gds audio update module (aum) was introduced in fourth quarter of 2013. This special service tool (sst) was developed to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of updating 2010my, and later, kia
  • TSB-BOD-120 - VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS: Service action: door module replacement (sa218) - this bulletin provides the procedure to replace right front door module assembly on certain 2014~2015my optima (qf) vehicles, produced from march 1, 2014 through july 31, 2014, which may exh
  • TSB-ELE-0921-R1 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: Tsb / sirius audio mutes (drops out) intermittently in open spaces - this bulletin provides information about the replacement of the shark-fin style roof antenna of some 2014~2016my sportage (sl) vehicles, produced from august 1, 2014 throu
  • TSB-ELE-100R2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Combination tsb / service action: uvo system upgrade (sa222) - this bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the uvo system on some 2014~2016my soul (ps), sorento (xma), optima (tf/qf), forte (yd) and sportage (sl) vehicles to address
  • TSB-115 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • PS364 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS: Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • PS341 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • PS331 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL: Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • 070 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE: Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • 069 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • PS-417 - ENGINE (PWS): Kia: crankshaft position sensor (ckp) variation has not learned causing misfire of engine and malfunction indicator light (mil) to come in dash. Model all. No years listed. *pe
  • 055 - LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION: Kia 2015 myoptima : bulletin involving information related to an upgrade of the logic for the blind spot detection system of some 2015my optima . *lj
  • TSB-143REV1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE: Kia: information on replacing crankshaft pulley and crankshaft bolt, on some vehicles, that are exhibiting an oil leak or have engine noises coming from front crankshaft pulley due to excessive material on tip of crankshaft. Model 2015 op
Keyfob Information

The following is a list of any known keyfobs for the Kia Optima 2015 as well as their FCC IDs if available

  • RFK-KIA-OPT4: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Flip Key / PN: 95430-2T560 / NYODD4TX1306-TFL (AFTERMARKET)
    FCC ID: NYODD4TX1306-TFL
  • ILCO-AX00012960: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Flip Key / PN: 95430-2T560 / NYODD4TX1306-TFL (AFTERMARKET)
    FCC ID: NYODD4TX1306-TFL (TF (TFF L)
  • ILCO-AX00010620: 2014-2015 KIA Optima / 4-Button Flip Key / PN: 95430-2T560 / NYODD4TX1306-TFL (AFTERMARKET)
    FCC ID: NYODD4TX1306-TFL
  • RFK-KIA-2T560: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Flip Key / PN: 95430-2T560 / NYODD4TX1306-TFL (OEM)
    FCC ID: NYODD4TX1306-TFL
  • RFK-KIA038: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Flip Key / PN: 95430-2T560 / NYODD4TX1306-TFL (OEM Refurb)
    FCC ID: NYODD4TX1306-TFL
  • 3xRFK-KIA-OPT4: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Flip Key / PN: 95430-2T560 / NYODD4TX1306-TFL (Pack of 3)
    FCC ID: NYODD4TX1306-TFL
  • RSK-KIA-OP15: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Smart-Key / PN: 95440-2T500 / SY5XMFNA433 (AFTERMARKET)
    FCC ID: SY5XMFNA433
  • RSK-KIA-2T500: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Smart-Key / PN: 95440-2T500 / SY5XMFNA433 (OEM)
    FCC ID: SY5XMFNA433
  • RSK-ULK103: 2014-2015 Kia Optima / 4-Button Smart-Key / PN: 95440-2T500 / SY5XMFNA433 (OEM Refurb)
    FCC ID: SY5XMFNA433
  • RSK-KIA-2T510: 2014-2017 Kia Rio Optima / 4-Button Smart Key / PN: 95440-2T510 / SY5XMFNA04 (OEM)
    FCC ID: SY5XMFNA04
  • RSK-ULK092: 2014-2017 Kia Rio Optima / 4-Button Smart Key / PN: 95440-2T510 / SY5XMFNA04 (OEM Refurb)
    FCC ID: SY5XMFNA04
Known Recall Investigations

  • Hyundai and kia abs module fires investigation # AQ23002

    The office of defects investigation (odi) has received eight hyundai motor america (hyundai) and eight kia america, inc. (kia) part 573 recall reports between 2016 and 2023. The combined 16 safety recalls all involve the antilock braking system (abs) modules or hydraulic electronic control units (hecu) manufactured by the equipment supplier mando. The part 573 recall reports contain varying defect descriptions and differing remedy descriptions for the same or similar equipment supplied by mando. Safety recalls included in this audit query (aq) review include: hyundai recalls 20v-520, 20v-543, 21v-161, 21v-160, 21v-303, 22v-056, 22v-810, and 23v-651. Kia recalls 16v-815, 20v-518, 20v-519, 21v-137, 21v-331, 22v-051, 22v-800, and 23v-652 the purpose of this aq is to evaluate the timeliness and scoping of hyundai and kia’s defect decision making and adherence with reporting requirements; and understand the varying defect descriptions and remedies between these recalls.

  • Pedestrian alert sounds investigation # DP22005

    Nhtsa received a petition on or about july 18, 2022, requesting that federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) 141 be applied to all electric and hybrid vehicles operating in the united states. The petition can be reviewed at nhtsa.Gov under odi number 11486072. Fmvss 141 establishes performance requirements for pedestrian alert sounds for motor vehicles. The standard applies to hybrid and electric vehicles that have a gross vehicle weight rating of 4,536 kg or less or are defined as low-speed vehicles. The standard became fully applicable to all such vehicles manufactured on or after march 1, 2021.On january 27, 2023, nhtsa opened defect petition (dp) 22-005 to evaluate the subject matter described in the petition. On june 24, 2023 and as supplemented on june 25, 2023, the petitioner notified nhtsa he was withdrawing his petition. The petitioner indicated that, based on his review of data, there is no justification for asserting potential benefits that could be derived from actions sought by my petition. Based on the petitioners withdrawal, dp22-005 is closed. Closure of this dp does not represent a determination by nhtsa regarding the subject matter of the petition.

  • Loss of motive power investigation # DP22003

    The national highway traffic safety administration (nhtsa) received a letter dated july 13, 2022, petitioning the agency to initiate a safety defect investigation into loss of motive power allegations attributed to oil drain pan assembly failures on certain hyundai motor america, inc. And kia america, inc. Vehicles spanning model years (my) 2005-2021. The petitioners cited examples of complaints indicating that the subject vehicles were experiencing rapid loss of engine oil due to oil drain plug back outs, resulting in loss of motive power and/or catastrophic engine damage. Additional complaints were provided which alleged that the oil drain pans lack sufficient structural integrity and are susceptible to cracking. The petition itself can be reviewed at nhtsa.Gov under odi number 11481745. On september 12, 2022, the office of defects investigation (odi) opened defect petition (dp22-003) to evaluate the petitioners’ request. The petitioners have provided additional complaints within four supplemental letters dated january 31, 2023, march 21, 2023, may 23, 2023, and august 4, 2023. Odi’s evaluation included the review and analysis of the complaints and supporting information submitted by the petitioners, as well as additional complaints submitted directly to nhtsa which referenced either the oil drain plug or a crack in the oil pan. After reviewing the available data, odi has not identified evidence that would support opening a defect investigation into the oil drain pan assemblies of the subject vehicles. Based on a review of the available information, a loss of motive power resulting from an oil drain plug back out has not occurred between the initial sale of a vehicle and the completion of its first oil change. If during an oil change service, a technician fails to remove the existing drain plug gasket before installing a new gasket, it is likely that a proper seal between the drain plug and the oil pan will not be made. An improper seal between the drain plug and oil pan could lead to the backing out on the drain plug, resulting in the sudden loss of oil while driving. Additionally, the provided examples of oil pan cracks were localized to the immediate vicinity of the oil drain plug and/or appeared to be the result of direct-contact with a tool during servicing.  there is no information to support that a vehicle-based defect exists relating to the oil pan assembly, and instead the documented incidents are related to the failure to follow the proper maintenance procedures during oil change service. In october 2023, hyundai published a technical service bulletin (tsb) that provided detailed instructions for oil change service on its gasoline powered vehicles, specifically highlighting the need to remove and replace the existing drain plug gasket prior to reinstalling the drain plug. After a thorough review of the material submitted by the petitioner, the information already in nhtsas possession, and the potential risks to motor vehicle safety implicated by the petitioners allegations, nhtsa does not believe that a formal investigation is warranted. Therefore, the petition is denied. A federal register notice (frn) further detailing nhtsa’s reasons for denial of the petition will be published. The reference numbers for the complaints to nhtsa cited by the petitioner can be found in the petition submission documents in the public file for dp22-003. To review those complaints and the additional complaints odi added to its evaluation which are cited in the closing resume odi report identification number document, go to nhtsa.Gov.

  • Throttle control system vulnerabilities investigation # DP21003

    The office of defects investigation of the national highway traffic safety administration received a petition letter dated october 10, 2021 requesting an investigation of an alleged defect(s) in the electronic throttle control system in certain model year (my) 2005-2016 kia optima/k5, my 2006-2015 kia sorento, my 2007-2016 hyundai elantra, my 2007-2016 hyundai santa fe, my 2006-2015 hyundai sonata vehicles. The petition was filed as a vehicle owner questionnaire that can be reviewed at nhtsa.Gov under reference (odi) number 11439675. The petitioners allege the subject vehicles exhibit a range of dangerous vehicle speed control problems including sudden uncommanded acceleration, runaway throttle conditions, surging, stalling and loss of motive power, all due to various defects and vulnerabilities in the electronic throttle control system.This defect petition has been opened to evaluate the allegation and determine whether to grant or deny the petitioners request.

  • Air bag acu electrical overstress investigation # EA19001

    The office of defects investigation (odi) is expanding the investigation to include the equipment supplier and vehicle manufacturers (oems) using this unit.The investigation focuses on acus manufactured by trw, now zf-trw (zf) , the tier-one supplier to hyundai and kia and the other affected oems.The acu senses a vehicle crash to determine whether air bag deployment is required, and if so, deploys the appropriate air bags and other supplemental restraints.Zf supplied subject acus to six oems: fca, honda, hyundai, kia, mitsubishi and toyota.Internal to the acu is an electronic component (an application specific integrated circuit, or asic) that monitors signals from crash sensors.A failure of the asic may prevent deployment of the required air bags and devices, or may otherwise affect the proper operation of the acu.The acu is located in the passenger compartment, and electrical wiring connects the asic to sensors located at the front of the vehicle.Odi’s current understanding is that a crash event may, in and of itself, produce harmful signals on the sensor wiring capable of damaging the asic, although the probability of this occurring appears to be low.While the acu incorporates electrical circuitry intended to protect the asic from harmful signals, the level and effectiveness of the protective circuitry varies by oem customer.During pe18-003, hyundai and kia filed recalls (18v-137 and 18v-363 respectively) to address a defect that could result in acu disablement and non-deployments.According to the filings, the disablement occurs in certain types of frontal crash events.Both filings discussed a condition known as electrical overstress (eos) that affected the subject asic and was likely caused by electrical signals that entered the acu via sensor wiring.The recalled vehicles used acus that had the lowest levels of asic protection while non-recalled hyundai and kia products using subject acus had higher levels of protection.Odi has not identified any eos failures in the non-recalled kia and hyundai populations.In september 2016, fca filed recall 16v-668 for certain model year (my) 2010 to 2014 chrysler, dodge and jeep products also manufactured with the subject acu.In that filing, fca also discussed an eos condition that resulted in a failure of the subject asic, which caused air bag non-deployment. Fca noted that the defect condition had only been observed in vehicles equipped with sensor harnessing routed across the front of the vehicle.Other fca vehicles that also used the subject acu, but not the cross-car harnessing, had not experienced eos failures, despite similar time in service. The recalled fca vehicles used a mid-level form of asic protection.Other fca vehicles that did not use cross car wiring, or used higher levels of asic protection, have not been recalled.Odi has not identified any eos failures in the non-recalled fca population.Recently, odi has identified two substantial frontal crash events (one fatal) involving toyota products where eos is suspected as the likely cause of the non-deployments.The crashes involved a my 2018 and a my 2019 corolla equipped with the subject acu that incorporated higher levels of asic protection.Additionally, both acus were found to be non-communicative (meaning the acu could not be read with an event data recorder) after the crash, a condition found in other cases where eos occurred with other oems.No other eos events have been identified for other toyota products (including corolla models that used the subject acu since my 2011), or for the honda and mitsubishi vehicles that use the subject acu.Odi plans to evaluate the susceptibility of the subject acu designs to electrical signals, as well as other vehicle factors that can either lead to, or reduce the likelihood of, an eos event.Additionally, odi will evaluate whether an unreasonable risk exists that requires further field action.

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NHTSA decoded information from VIN

138 Results returned successfully. NOTE: Any missing decoded values should be interpreted as NHTSA does not have data on the specific variable. Missing value should NOT be interpreted as an indication that a feature or technology is unavailable for a vehicle.

Variable Value
Air Bag Loc Curtain1st and 2nd Rows
Air Bag Loc Front1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Air Bag Loc Side1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Body ClassSedan/Saloon
DisplacementCC2400.0
DisplacementCI146.45698582735
DisplacementL2.4
Doors4
Engine ModelDOHC GDI THETA II
Error Text0 - VIN decoded clean. Check Digit (9th position) is correct
Fuel Injection TypeStoichiometric Gasoline Direct Injection (SGDI)
Fuel Type PrimaryGasoline
MakeKIA
MakeID499
ManufacturerHYUNDAI-KIA AMERICA TECHNICAL CENTER INC (HATCI)
Manufacturer Id1034
ModelOptima
ModelID2739
Model Year2015
NCSA Body Type4-door sedan, hardtop
NCSA MakeKIA
NCSA ModelOptima
Plant Company NameKia Motor Manufacturing, Georgia
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Plant StateGEORGIA
Seat Belts AllManual
SeriesGLS / JSL / TAX (Middle Grade)
Series2QF F/L
TPMSDirect
VIN5XXGN4A72FG391663
Valve Train DesignDual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle TypePASSENGER CAR
More information on VIN Requirements can be found at Title 49
Vehicle Documentation
[pdf] User Manual Owner's Manual
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Most Recent Consumer Complaints and Accidents
CrashFireTowedInjuredDeathsFailure
Date
NoFireY NoneNone20210708

The contact owned a 2015 kia optima. The contact stated that while stationary with the engine on, the check engine warning light illuminated. After pulling into a parking lot, the vehicle stalled and was unable to be restarted. With the assistance of a nearby police officer, the contact placed the vehicle into neutral and backed into a parking spot. While waiting for her boyfriend to arrive at the scene, she noticed that dark grayish smoke was coming from the engine. The contact and her daughter immediately exited the vehicle as another police officer showed up at the scene. The officer attempted to extinguish the fire with an extinguisher but failed to do so. The fire department arrived at the scene and was able to extinguish the fire. The contact was uncertain if a fire or police report was filed. No injuries were reported. The vehicle was towed to a tow yard where it remained. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. Upon speaking with her insurance adjuster, the contact was informed that the vehicle was included in nhtsa campaign number: 21v331000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the contact never received the notification letter about the recall. The vehicle was destroyed. The failure mileage was approximately 119,000.

NoNoN NoneNone20210627

Engine oil consumption is extremely high with no leaks and caused damage to the engine. Causing car to quit and lose power. I have been doing my oil changes correctly.

NoNoN NoneNone20210626

While driving 55mph on highway vehicle suddenly stalled. I was able to coast to the shoulder on the right. I was not able to restart vehicle. Vehicle left on highway to be towed.

NoNoN NoneNone20210624

Electronic stability control activates (flashing light on dash) inappropriately; when not actually experiencing a traction issue. Most often occurs when accelerating from a stop at an intersection with any type of “dip” or unevenness between the roadways, such as lip from driveway to street. When it activates in these situations the engine power reduces significantly resulting in little to no torque and the vehicle is unable to properly accelerate. This becomes very dangerous when pulling onto roadways with through-traffic, as it is not possible to clear the intersection in the anticipated timeframe had the electronic stability control had not improperly engaged. My common reaction when this happens is to provide more acceleration, which the vehicle responds to once the roadway becomes even and results in an instant burst of engine power. This causes the tires to spin, reduced ability to control steering and a total loss if in a turn.

NoNoY NoneNone20210613

The contact owned a 2015 kia optima. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle stalled and failed to accelerate while the accelerator pedal was depressed. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic and diagnosed as an engine failure. The vehicle was then towed to the dealer and the dealer informed the contact that they needed the maintenance history receipts. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired and remained at the dealer. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 98,978.

NoNoN NoneNone20210612

I was driving my car on the street going about 35-45 mph when all of a sudden with no warning my car stopped completely. It had to be towed.

NoNoN NoneNone20210610

Front low beams continue to be very dim. Cannot see a few feet in front of the car at night. Have replaced bulbs but nothing seems to work. Is consistent with other complaints of the same, noted with nhtsa.

NoNoN NoneNone20210610

So we have a 2015 kia optima. On june 10 2021 our car was completely fine just did our normal oil change, tune up, etc. It was running and starting just fine. The next day june 11th, 2021 my husband was on the highway and getting off at his exit and the car suddenly went into “limp mode” it’s a safety mechanism on the car to stop it from completely blowing the engine and destroying other things. He was able to get the car home but was only able to go 25 miles a hour. The car is now currently sitting in our drive way throwing a whole bunch of different codes. First it was a rod in the engine and then now a misfire when the car hasn’t moved in over a month. From what i hearing from the dealership and other people this is common with the gdi engines. We are now out of a car and don’t even know what’s completely wrong with it. We’ve barely had a year of that.

NoNoN NoneNone20210605

I’ve completed the recall on saturday it took them less then a few minutes even though the invoice said 0.00hrs. I showed that i had brake fluid leaking and the car smokes but was told to come back if things got worse. Saturday night i was driving to the house with my fiancée and the car started slowly if down, the check engine light came on. Then the car shut off in the middle of the highway after a while it just cut back on and smoke all the way to the house. If there was someone behind me i would have cause a accident but it not within my control. My car has randomly shut off while driving and a while later coming idling again, today making the 5th time with in 3days

Read and Submit Vehicle Complaints -- 49+ complaints filed
Common OBD-II Error Codes
  • P1326 [17] Knock control, cylinder 1 - control limit reached
  • B1695 [2] Autolamp On Circuit Short To Battery
  • P1B25 [1] P1B25
  • P1B77 [1] P1B77
  • P1744 [3] Slip Solenoid System
  • P1B70 [1] P1B70
  • P0442 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (small leak)
  • P0455 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected (gross leak)
  • P0456 [2] Evaporative Emissions System Small Leak Detected
  • P0457 [1] Evaporative Emission Control System Leak Detected
  • P0420 [2] Catalyst System Efficiency Below Threshold (Bank 1)
  • P0171 [2] System too Lean (Bank 1)
  • P1784 [1] TCIL Circuit Malfunction
  • P0741 [3] Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Performance or Stuck Off
  • P0743 [2] Torque Converter Clutch Circuit Electrical
  • P0748 [2] Pressure Control Solenoid A Electrical
  • P0753 [2] Shift Solenoid A Electrical
  • P0758 [2] Shift Solenoid B Electrical
  • P0763 [2] Shift Solenoid C Electrical
  • P0768 [2] Shift Solenoid D Electrical
  • P0773 [2] Shift Solenoid E Electrical
  • C2702 [1] C2702
  • P1A89 [1] P1A89
  • C1203 [1] ABS Outlet Valve Coil Rear Circuit Open
  • C1212 [1] ABS Outlet Valve Coil RF Circuit Short To Battery
  • C1501 [1] Transfer Case Contact Plate "C" Encoder Circuit Failure
  • C1356 [1] C1356
  • P0263 [1] Cylinder 1 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • P0266 [1] Cylinder 2 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • P0269 [1] Cylinder 3 Contribution/Balance Fault
  • P0272 [1] Cylinder 4 Contribution/Balance Fault
For a complete list of all consumer complaints and OBD II codes, see the Complaints page
Latest VINs Decoded for this Manufacturer
VIN Year Model Manufactured In
5XXGN4A79FG5190732015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGN4A75FG4790422015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGN4A72FG3916632015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGN4A75FG4817932015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGN4A77FG4321262015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGM4A75FG4662592015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGM4A73FG4093022015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGM4A73FG4818132015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
KNAGM4A77F56313572015OptimaHWASUNG , SOUTH KOREA
KNAGM4A70F55792802015OptimaHWASUNG , SOUTH KOREA
5XXGM4A75FG4560102015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGM4A73FG3583972015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGM4A73FG4632462015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
KNAGM4A77F56284882015OptimaHWASUNG , SOUTH KOREA
5XXGN4A75FG5111162015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
KNAGN418BFA5829202015Optima ,
KNAGM4A72F55297242015OptimaHWASUNG , SOUTH KOREA
5XXGM4A72FG4454652015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGN4A71FG3907462015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
KNAGM4AD9F50774402015OptimaHWASUNG , SOUTH KOREA
KNAGM4A72F55615392015OptimaHWASUNG , SOUTH KOREA
KNAGM4AD4F50891552015OptimaHWASUNG , SOUTH KOREA
5XXGN4A71FG4414222015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)
5XXGR4A65FG3939222015Optima GEORGIA, UNITED STATES (USA)

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