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Service Campaign: RIO Engine Control Module Software Update (SC034R)

Publication date: 2004-02-01
Reference number: SC034R
Supersedes refnos: SC034

SERVICE CAMPAIGN: RIO ENGINE CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE UPDATE

SERVICE CAMPAIGN: RIO ENGINE CONTROL MODULE SOFTWARE UPDATE

SERVICE CAMPAIGN BULLETIN

Reference Number(s): Campaign 034 R, Date of Issue:  February 2004
KIA: Rio
Volume: 3
GROUP: Campaign
Superceded Bulletin(s): Campaign 034

SUBJECT

Service Campaign: Rio Engine Control Module Software Update 

This bulletin provides information on a service campaign to reprogram the Engine Control Module (ECM) on 2001-2003 Rio models produced from 5/4/00 through 10/31/02.

To prevent certain Rio vehicles equipped with 1.5/1.6 liter engines from experiencing stalling during idling or at near-stopping conditions, reprogram the vehicle Engine Control Module (ECM).

ROM ID INFORMATION

Vehicle MY ECU P/N Previous ROM ID Current ROM ID
Rio 1.5L 01MY 0K32A 18881 B1D5N00A B2D5CN0C 
B1D5N00B
02MY B2D5CN0A
B2D5CN0B
Rio 1.6L 03MY 39110 2X131 B3D6CN00 B4D6CN01
B3D6CN01
04MY B4D6CN00

Use the procedures below to reprogram the ECM.

NOTE: There is no charge to the customer for this repair. Under applicable law, you may not sell or otherwise deliver any affected 2001-2003 Rio until it has been repaired, pursuant to the procedures set forth in this bulletin.

INSPECTION

Open hood, check for SC034 Campaign Completion Label on bulkhead above master cylinder.

Fig 1: Checking For SC034 Campaign Completion Label On Bulkhead
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REPROGRAMMING PROCEDURE

  1. Remove program card from the upper slot of the Hi-Scan Pro and insert the reprogramming card.
    Fig 2: Inserting Reprogramming Card
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  2. Connect Hi-Scan Pro to the OBDII connector located under the dash on the driver's side.
    Fig 3: Locating OBDII Connector
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  3. Turn ignition key to the "ON" position, turn Hi-Scan Pro on and select "17. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL" and press the "ENTER" key.
    Fig 4: Selecting "17. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL"
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  4. Select "01. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL [AUTO]" and press the "ENTER" key.
    Fig 5: Selecting "01. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL [AUTO]"
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  5. At the prompt, enter your password "0525" and press the "ENTER" key.
    Fig 6: Entering Password "0525"
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  6. If "ALREADY REPROGRAMMED" message is displayed, go to step  17 to install campaign completion label and submit warranty claim.
    Fig 7: "ALREADY REPROGRAMMED" Message Displayed
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  7. If not, programming will proceed automatically as shown.
    Fig 8: Reprogramming In Progress
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  8. When "REPROGRAMMING COMPLETED" message is displayed, turn ignition key to the "OFF" position for a minimum of 20 seconds. Turn Hi-Scan Pro off, remove reprogramming card and insert diagnostic card.
    Fig 9: Re-Programming Completed Display
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  9. Start engine and verify normal operation.
    NOTE: Check ECM and TCM for diagnostic trouble codes and erase as needed. Proceed to Step  17 .
    NOTE: If reprogramming was interrupted or did not complete properly, proceed to ERROR MODE REPROGRAMMING  .

    10. ERROR MODE REPROGRAMMING 

  10. Turn ignition key to the "ON" position, turn Hi-Scan Pro on and select "17. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL" and press the "ENTER" key.
    Fig 10: Selecting "17. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL"
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  11. Select "02. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL [ERROR]" and press the "ENTER" key.
    Fig 11: Selecting "02. RIO LOW SPEED ENG. STALL [ERROR]"
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  12. Select engine size, 1.5DOHC for 01 and 02 model years, or 1.6DOHC for 03 model year and press the "ENTER" key.
    Fig 12: Selecting Engine Size
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  13. At the prompt, enter your password from the table and press the "ENTER" key.
    PASSWORD APPLICABILITY

    MY Engine Password
    01-02 1.5 8881
    03 1.6 2131
    Fig 13: Entering Password From Table
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  14. Reprogramming will proceed as shown.
    Fig 14: Reprogramming In Progress
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  15. When "REPROGRAMMING COMPLETED" message is displayed, turn ignition key to the "OFF" position for a minimum of 20 seconds. Turn Hi-Scan Pro off and disconnect from vehicle.
    Fig 15: Re-Programming Completed Display
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  16. Start engine and verify normal operation.
    NOTE: Check ECM and TCM for diagnostic trouble codes and erase as needed.
  17. Apply SC034 Campaign Completion Label to bulkhead above master cylinder.
    Fig 16: Applying SC034 Campaign Completion Label To Bulkhead
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FOR CALIFORNIA, MASSACHUSETTS, VERMONT, AND MAINE DEALERS

VEHICLE EMISSION RECALL - PROOF OF CORRECTION CARD

A Vehicle Emission Recall - Proof of Correction card must be  filled out for all vehicles registered in California, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Maine.

California, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Maine residents who own an affected vehicle will be required to possess a Vehicle Emission Recall - Proof of Correction  card as evidence of voluntary service campaign completion when they apply for vehicle registration renewal.

WHAT TO DO WITH THE CARD

Each customer whose vehicle is registered in California, Massachusetts, Vermont, and Maine must be given  a completed Vehicle Emission Recall - Proof of Correction  card after the voluntary service campaign has been completed.

NOTE: This card MUST be completed by the Dealership's Service Manager using a permanent ink pen. A fine point pen is recommended. When filling in the information, copy the information directly from the vehicle, NOT the repair order. ALL INFORMATION MUST BE PRINTED AND NEAT.

DO NOT COMPLETE THE CARD UNLESS THE VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN WORK IS COMPLETED! 

The copy of the card shown below indicates the areas to be filled in. Each area must be filled in. 

Fig 17: Identifying Proof Of Correction Form
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AFFECTED PRODUCTION RANGE

2001-2003 Rio models produced from 5/4/00 through 10/31/02.

PART NUMBER INFORMATION

PART NUMBER INFORMATION

Description Previous P/N New P/N
SC034 Campaign Completion Label (1) N/A UT030 SC034
SC034 Proof of Correction Card (1) N/A UR040 SC034
(1) Extra completion labels in sheets of 20 and Proof of Correction cards are available at no cost through the KMA parts system or your DPSM.
NOTE: There are no vehicle parts required to complete this campaign.

WARRANTY INFORMATION

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Claim Type Causal P/N Qty. Cond. Code Cause Code Repair Description Labor OP Code Time Related Parts Qty.
R 0K32A 18881 0 N06 C61 Reprogram ECM 03R027R0 0.3 None 0
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