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Campaign SA127 - ECM Update For MIL ON/DTC P0456

GROUP
Engine

MODEL
Borrego (HM)
2009MY with 4.6L

NUMBER
121

DATA
July 2012

SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: ECM UPGRADE - BORREGO 4.6L MIL
On WITH DTC P0456 (SA127)

This bulletin provides information related to the ECM software upgrade of some 2009 Borrego 4.6L vehicles which may experience a malfunction Indicator lamp illuminated with the ECM (Electronic Control module) system-related DTC p0456. For confirmation that the latest reflash has been done to a vehicle you are working on, verify ROM ID using the tables
in this TSB. To ensure maximum customer satisfaction Kia is requesting the completion of this Service Action on all affected 2009 Borrego vehicles.





^ P0456: evaporative emission System-leak detected (very small leak)

ECM Upgrade Procedure:





To correct this condition, the ECM should be reprogrammed using the GDS download as described in this bulletin.





ROM ID Information Table:
Upgrade event # 191:

1. Connect the power supply cable to the GDS tool or to the diagnostic terminal with the GDS docked.

* NOTICE
If attempting to perform the ECM upgrade with the power supply cable disconnected from the GDS tool, be sure to check that the GDS tool is fully charged before ECM upgrade. If the GDS tool is not fully charged, failure to perform the ECM upgrade may occur. Therefore, it is strongly recommended that the power supply be connected to the GDS tool.

2. Connect the USB cable between the VCI and the GDS tool.

*NOTICE
When performing the ECM upgrade using the GDS tool, wireless communication between the VCI and GDS tool is not available. Therefore, be sure to connect the USB cable between the VCI and the GDS tool.

3. Connect the main 16-pin DLC cable (GHDM - 241000) to the VCI.





4. Connect the main 16-pin DLC cable (GHDM - 241000) to the OBD-II connector, located under the driver's side of the instrument panel.

5. With the ignition key ON, turn ON the VCI and GDS tool. Access the GDS vehicle identification number (VIN) screen and configure the vehicle using the VIN Auto detect function.





6. Select ENGINE system and click OK.





7. Once back at the GDS main Screen, select ECU Upgrade from the bottom right-hand corner. Next select Auto Mode, and then Engine. Perform the ECM upgrade in accordance with normal GDS tool ECM upgrade procedures.

*NOTICE
Do NOT attempt to perform a Manual Mode upgrade unless Auto Mode fails. Always follow the instructions given on the GDS tool in either Auto or Manual mode. See table for Manual Mode passwords.





MANUAL MODE ECM UPGRADE PASSWORDS:
Upgrade event # 191:

8. When the GDS tool reports that the ECM upgrade has been successfully completed, click OK, turn OFF the ignition key, and wait at least 10 seconds before attempting to start the engine.

9. Check for diagnostic Trouble Codes using the GDS and erase any DTCs stored such as EPS, ESC, and TPMS. Due to CAN BUS multiple DTCs may be set during reprogramming.

10. Start the engine to confirm proper operation of the vehicle.





AFFECTED VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE:





SERVICE ACTION WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:

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