GROUP MODEL

Engine 2013 MY Rio (UB)

1.6L GDI
NUMBER DATE
127
7 December 2012

TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN

SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: INSPECTION FOR NOISE FROM ENGINE
UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS (SA 141)

This bulletin provides information relating to certain 2013MY Rio (UB) vehicles which may
exhibit abnormal engine noises, including "rattling" and "chattering", under specific conditions.
Only a very small number of vehicles within the identified Production Date range will actually be
affected; make sure to follow the detailed instructions and recently updated inspection procedure
in this bulletin to prevent unnecessary engine replacements. This procedure applies to vehicles
produced from August 09, 2012 to October 09, 2012. Kia is requesting the completion of this
Service Action on all affected vehicles in dealer stock prior to delivery. Before conducting the
procedure, verify the vehicle is included in the list of affected VINs.

* 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 SA141.

File Under: <Engine>

Circulate To: X General Manager X Service Manager X Parts Manager

X Service Advisor(s) X Technician(s) X Body Shop Manager X Fleet Repair
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SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: INSPECTION FOR NOISE FROM ENGINE
UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS (SA 141)
Diagnosis Procedure:
1. Familiarize yourself with the specific noise by reviewing the sound files below:
Normal Sound Abnormal Sound (HIGH) Abnormal Sound (Mid) Abnormal Sound (Low)
2. Open the hood.
3. Start the engine.
4. Turn off all accessories (air conditioning, radio etc.).
5. Close all doors and windows.
6. For vehicles with AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSIONS: Place shift lever in Park while conducting diagnosis test.
For vehicles with MANUAL TRANSMISSIONS: Place shift lever in Neutral and apply parking brake
to prevent vehicle movement during diagnosis test.
7. Perform diagnosis procedure below !"# !$%&'( )*+&,-../ adhering to the specific speed and time
parameters of each step.

Basic Test Additional

Test
Step A B C* D E* F

6,000
5,000
4,000
RPM

3,000
2,000

60 0 ~ 700
Test Time 60 120 60 30 60 30
(in seconds)

Test Step Engine Speed (static) Test Time

A 600 ~ 700 RPM (Idle) 60 sec
Basic B 3,000 RPM 120 sec
Test
C* 5,000 RPM 60 sec
D Idle ~ 3,000 RPM 30 sec

Additional E* 5,500 ~ 6,000 RPM 60 sec

Test F Idle ~ 3,000 RPM 30 sec
*ECU will lower engine RPM to idle at step C and E after 20 seconds. Perform steps C and E
three times to meet the specified test time requirement.

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SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: INSPECTION FOR NOISE FROM ENGINE
UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS (SA 141)

* NOTICE
Perform the test parameters of the entire test (Basic Test, Steps A~D & Additional Test,
Steps E~F) two separate times.

NOTES FOR BASIC TEST

! Increase engine RPM in a gradual manner, according to the test times shown in the table
above.
! After performing Step C of the test for 20 seconds (at 5,000 RPM), ECU logic will protect
the engine by decreasing RPM. When this occurs, increase engine speed to 5,000 RPM
again to meet the specified test time requirement.
! While performing Step D, allow engine RPM to decrease gradually and check for any
chattering noise coming from the engine. Abnormal engine noise may occur in all sections,
but it will be heard most prominently during Step D (idle~3000 RPM).

8. If after completing all the test parameters of the basic test section (Steps A~D), no abnormal
noises have been detected, perform the additional test section (Steps E~F) to reconfirm that
no abnormal noises are present. If no abnormal engine noises are detected, no further action
is required. If chattering noises are detected, follow the instructions provided in the service
procedure below.

NOTES FOR ADDITIONAL TEST

After performing Step E of the test for 20 seconds (at 5,500 ~ 6,000 RPM), ECU logic will
protect the engine by decreasing RPM. When this occurs, increase engine speed to 6,000
RPM again to meet the specified test time requirement.
While performing Step F, allow engine RPM to decrease gradually and check for any
chattering noise coming from the engine. Abnormal engine noise may occur in all sections,
but it will be heard most prominently during Step F (idle~3000 RPM).

Service Procedure:
1. If abnormal noises consistent with the sound files above are confirmed, replace the engine (sub-
assembly/long block) per applicable service procedure on KGIS.
2. Retain the engine coolant for reuse.

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SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: INSPECTION FOR NOISE FROM ENGINE
UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS (SA 141)

* NOTICE
Kia is requesting that all retailed vehicles, diagnosed with this condition, be repaired prior to
release back to the owner (See warranty section for details on rental car expense reimbursement).

AFFECTED VEHICLE PRODUCTION RANGE:

Model Production VIN Range
Rio (UB) 2013MY 1.6L GDI From Aug. 09, 2012 to Oct. 09, 2012

REQUIRED PART:
Part Name Part Number QTY Remark
Engine Sub-Assembly 119W1 2BS00QQK Non-ISG (Idle Stop Go)
1
(Long Block) 120W1 2BS00QQK ISG (Idle Stop Go)
Intake Manifold Gasket 28411 2B600 1
All Models
Exhaust Manifold Gasket 28521 2B400 1
Engine Oil Filter 26300 35503 1
Note: This part is included in the KMA Reman Core Program and a core return pre-claim
must be generated to create this claim.

WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION:

Claim N C Repair Labor Op Replacement
Causal P/N Qty Time Qty
Type Code Code Description Code P/N
Engine Noise 0.3
21020 2B911 0 N92 C32 120110R0 N/A 0
Inspection M/H
(Pass)
V
Engine Noise 0.3
21020 2B911 0 N92 C32 120110R2 N/A 0
Inspection M/H
(NG)

(NON ISG)
119W1 2BS00QQK 1
28521 2B400 1
21020 2B911 28411 2B600 1
26300 35503 1
Sub-Engine NPNENG4OIL 1
6.1
V 0 N92 C32 Replacement 120110R1
M/H (ISG)
120W1 2BS00QQK 1
28521 2B400 1
21020 2B911
28411 2B600 1
26300 35503 1
NPNENG4OIL 1

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SUBJECT: SERVICE ACTION: INSPECTION
ECTION FOR
FOR NOISE
NOISE FROM
FROM ENGINE
ENGINE
UNDER SPECIFIC CONDITIONS (SA 141)
FIC CONDITIONS (SA 141)

* NOTICE
Rental reimbursement:
Use sublet code X1 for reimbursement of any RENTAL expenses (up to $45.00/day)
associated with this Service Action repair. Details of the rental expense (e.g., reason, # of
days, rental company name & rental vehicle) must be stated in the claim comment area and
all supporting documents must be kept with the RO.
Engine oil: Maximum allowance of up to $16.50 (NPNENG4OIL)
Coolant: Reuse original coolant and top off if necessary. Maximum allowance is $4.80.

* NOTICE
VIN inquiry data for this repair is provided for tracking purposes only. Kia retailers should
reference SA141 when accessing the WebDCS system.

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