TT009 TECH TIP: Door Lock Cylinder Location on Cadenza Vehicles Symptom: Dead battery–How do I enter the vehicle? There is no door key cylinder. Repair: The key cylinder is located underneath a cover on the driver’s door. To remove the cover, use the ignition key to depress the release button on the bottom of the cover, then … Read more
2013-137 SUBJECT: DATA COLLECTION: EXTRACT CALIFORNIA EMISSIONS DATA FROM ECU (DC005) This bulletin provides information related to extracting “in use performance tracking” emissions data from the engine control unit (ECU) in certain vehicles sold in California. The California Air Resources Board (CARB) requires the emissions data from vehicles with a minimum of 3000 … Read more
2014-062 SUBJECT: NAVIGATION UNIT SOFTWARE UPGRADE This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the navigation system software on some 2014MY Cadenza (VG) Sorento (XMa) and Optima (TF/QF) vehicles, produced from March 11, 2013 through January 24, 2014. The software upgrade addresses the following concerns: For Cadenza (VG): Error Messages displayed in Korean … Read more
2011-017 SUBJECT: 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 one housing with a mix of refrigerant and oil flowing through … Read more
PS319 SUBJECT: WIRELESS CHARGER FOR QI ENABLED DEVICES This article introduces a new genuine Kia Wireless Charger accessory that is now available for the 2014 ~2015MY Soul (PS). The wireless charger is compatible with any Qi (pronounced “CHEE”) enabled device or a device with a Qi enabled case. If unsure about compatibility with a specific device, look for … Read more
