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Campaign SA053 - ECM Upgrade For MIL/DTC P0111

GROUP ENGINE

NUMBER 080

MODEL 2011 SORENTO (XM) w/3.5L engine

DATE OCTOBER 2010

SUBJECT
2011 SORENTO MIL ON WITH DTC P0111 DTC LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (SA053); COMBINED TSB / SERVICE ACTION

This bulletin provides the procedure to upgrade the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) of some 2011 Model Year Sorento (XM) vehicles equipped with 3.5L engine and built prior to August 5, 2010. Some vehicles may experience a Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) illuminated with system = related DTC P0111 stored in the PCM.

- P0111 Intake Air Temperature Sensor 1 Circuit Range / Performance

For confirmation that the latest reflash has been performed to a vehicle you are working on verify ROM ID using the tables in this TSB.

For vehicles not in affected VIN list, but with a customer complaint, perform the following repair instructions outlined in this bulletin and submit a warranty claim per "customer complaint" information below.





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

*NOTICE
A Service Action is a repair program without customer notification that is performed during the warranty period. Any dealer requesting to perform this repair outside the warranty period will require DPSM approval. Repair status for a VIN is provided on WebDCS (Service> Warranty Coverage> Warranty Coverage Inquiry> Campaign Information). Not completed Recall/Service Action reports are available on WebDCS (Consumer Affairs> Not Completed Recall> Recall VIN> Select Report), which includes a list of affected vehicles.

This issue number is 5A053.





UPGRADE EVENT NAME

NOTICE
^ A fully charged battery is necessary before PCM upgrade can take place. DO NOT connect a battery charger to the vehicle during PCM upgrade. Make sure the blower motor is "OFF" during PCM upgrade.

^ All PCM upgrades must be done with the ignition key in the "ON" position.

^ Be careful not to disconnect any cables connected to the vehicle or GDS during the PCM upgrade procedure.

^ DO NOT start the engine during PCM upgrade.

^ DO NOT turn the ignition key "OFF" or interrupt the power supply during PCM upgrade.

^ When the PCM upgrade is completed, turn the ignition "OFF" and wait 20 seconds before starting the engine.

^ ONLY use approved PCM upgrade software designated for the correct model, year.





ROM ID INFORMATION TABLES

To verify the vehicle is affected, be sure to check the Calibration Identification of the vehicle's PCM ROM ID and reference the Information Table as necessary.

1. Connect the power supply cable to the GDS tool.

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

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

NOTICE
When performing the PCM upgrade using the GDS tool, wireless communication between the VCI and the 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. 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/ECU upgrade in accordance with normal GDS tool ECM/ECU 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 PCM UPGRADE PASSWORDS

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

8. Check for Diagnostic Trouble Codes using the GDS and erase any DTCs stored, such as ESC and TPMS. Due to CAN BUS, multiple DTC's may be set during reprogramming.

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





AFFECTED PRODUCTION RANGE





SERVICE ACTION WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION

STANDARD TSB WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:

Use this information only to file a warranty claim for vehicles for which:

1. A customer complains of the same concern.

2. The VIN does not appear on the Affected Vehicles List for Service Action SA053.

3. The vehicle model year and production date range are as identified in this bulletin.





*NOTICE
VIN Inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only Kia retailers should reference SA053 when accessing the WebDCS system.