Knock sensor detection system - ECU logic improvement (PI1803).
Kia technical service bulletin PI1803_TSB_R3 for 2012-2014 Kia Sorento, 2011-2014 Kia Optima and 2011-2013 Kia Sportage.
- Bulletin number
- PI1803_TSB_R3
- Component
- Engine and engine cooling
- Summary
- PRODUCT IMPROVEMENT CAMPAIGN: KNOCK SENSOR DETECTION SYSTEM - ECU LOGIC IMPROVEMENT (PI1803). This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. This bulletin provides information related to a software update to the Engine Control Unit (ECU) to install the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) in order to protect the engine from excessive connecting rod bearing damage
Owners of these vehicles have filed 3,756 complaints in the engine category.
Vehicles covered
- Kia Sorento 2012-2014 201220132014
- Kia Optima 2011-2014 2011201220132014
- Kia Sportage 2011-2013 201120122013
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