Audio Software Upgrade – Bluetooth Call Cuts Off – 2013 Kia Rio & 2014 Sorento

2014-076   SUBJECT: AUDIO SOFTWARE UPGRADE – BLUETOOTH CALL CUTS OFF   This bulletin provides the procedure for upgrading the base audio system software on some 2014MY Sorento (XMa) and 2013MY Rio (UB) vehicles (See production dates below) which may exhibit a condition related to a Bluetooth call cutting off after a period of approximately … Read more

Wiring Diagram for Reverse Input Into Audio Head Unit – 2011-2014 Kia Sorento

TT036   TECH TIP: Finding the correct wiring diagram for reverse input into audio head unit Symptom: On a Sorento, which wiring diagram do I look in to find the reverse input into the audio unit for the back-up camera system?   Repair: If this vehicle is equipped with Navigation, then see wiring diagram for “Back-Up Lamps” and … Read more

Passenger Seat Heater Performance – 2011-2014 Kia Sorento

PS284   SUBJECT: PASSENGER SEAT HEATER PERFORMANCE When addressing a customer complaint related to unequal seat heater performance between the passenger and driver’s seat, it is important to note that although both heater elements may be operating at the same temperature, less heat output will be felt on the passenger side due to the presence … Read more

DTCs B1764, B1447, B1448, B1767 – 2011-2014 Kia Sorento 2009-2010 Optima & 2010 Rio

TT016 TECH TIP: DTCs B1764, B1447, B1448, B1767 Symptom: DTCs B1764, B1447, B1448, B1767   Repair: Prior to commencing any repair, refer to TSB BOD 072 for a procedure specifically developed to assist in troubleshooting these DTCs.   [embeddoc url=”https://static.oemdtc.com/TSB/TT016.pdf”]     [easyazon_infoblock align=”center” identifier=”B00RFUY6XU” locale=”US” tag=”kiaoemdtc-20″] [easyazon_infoblock align=”center” identifier=”B00NID586M” locale=”US” tag=”kiaoemdtc-20″] [easyazon_infoblock align=”center” identifier=”B01GFOBEL8″ locale=”US” tag=”kiaoemdtc-20″]

Second Row Seat Release Mechanism Inoperative – 2006-2014 Kia Sedona

PS306   SUBJECT: SECOND ROW SEAT RELEASE MECHANISM INOPERATIVE   When diagnosing a concern relating to a difficult to release or inoperative second row seat tumble feature, first, check the following components:   Latch lock indicator shows a green circle on both sides of the seat base (A). If the green circle is not visible … Read more