PS271 SUBJECT: SERVICE PROCEDURE: VCMA ACTUATOR REPLACEMENT This article provides the replacement procedure for the VCMA (Variable Charge Motion Actuator) on some 2011-2013 Sorento vehicles, equipped with a 3.5L V6 engine, which may experience an illuminated Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) and drivability concerns. Follow the procedure outlined below to correct the concern. … Read more
2014-049 SUBJECT: OPTIMA HYBRID – NOISE DURING BRAKE ACTUATION This bulletin provides information to address a brake noise concern on some Optima Hybrid (TF HEV) vehicles, produced from February 15, 2011 through December 8, 2013, which may exhibit a “squeaking” and/or “honking” noise when applying the brakes rapidly. Click on the link below … Read more
2012-039 SUBJECT: CAUTION DURING REAR UPPER ARM SERVICE This bulletin provides cautionary information relating to the Optima when installing the rear upper arm to the subframe to prevent potential quality concerns regarding rear upper arm bolt. Without properly aligning the bolt holes of rear upper arm and subframe (horizontally), the bolt securing the rear upper arm … Read more
PS226 SUBJECT: PANORAMA SUNROOF TRIM SEAL LOOSE Optima’s produced from SOP to October 24, 2012, equipped with Panorama Sunroof option, may exhibit a loose or sagging side trim seal (A). A portion of the side trim seal may become detached and caught under the sunroof, as it is closed, causing poor appearance and … Read more
PS235 SUBJECT: HORN ANSWER BACK OR PARKING LAMPS INOP WHEN LOCKING DOORS WITH RKE/SMK FOB When addressing a customer complaint related to an inoperative parking light confirmation flash, and/or audible answer back when locking the vehicle with the RKE/SMK fob, ensure each door lock position switch (viewable in BCM > Current Data) is displaying … Read more