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New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to some Kia models that may exhibit fogging, condensation, and/or moisture inside a headlamp assembly. Generally, a fogging condition is considered normal and can be eliminated by turning on the headlamps with the engine running for up to 30 minutes or during normal driving conditions. Headlamp assembly replacement WILL NOT be necessary in most cases.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10201529-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2021/MC-10201529-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10201529"},{"nhtsa_id":10183431,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2020-12-03","date":"2016-04-04","document_id":"PS443","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT","summary":"TSB - USE OF AFTERMARKET USB CHARGING CABLES IN USB/12V PORTS - This article provides information regarding the use of USB ports and 12V power outlets to connect/charge mobile phones. Customers may experience issues with their head units that may be related to the use of aftermarket USB charging cables, including; * Electrical interference and limited or no functionality when attempting to play music, or when charging a device through the USB port * Excessive static or noise when listening to the audio source * Malfunctions and screen freeze of the head unit screen * Slow down of the system response while device is plugged in * Music will not play from iPhone 5 or 6 with Kia iPod cable and aftermarket adapter * No or limited functionality when trying to play music from an Apple device","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10183431-0001.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10183431-9999.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10183431"},{"nhtsa_id":10133170,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2018-04-16","date":"2018-03-02","document_id":"PS539","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING","summary":"PITSTOP - ENGINE COMPONENT RE-USE GUIDELINES - In general, parts and components removed during engine repairs should be considered serviceable, and should be thoroughly cleaned and transferred to the new engine.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10133170-9999.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2018/MC-10133170-0001.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10133170"},{"nhtsa_id":10109812,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2017-08-02","date":"2017-01-18","document_id":"TSB-GEN085R1","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY","summary":"TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners, which are designed to lock into place once fully attached, are utilized in various Kia models and are strictly intended for ?one time use.? Some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.? It is critical for technicians to be aware that ALL such locking fasteners, regardless of type, are for ?one time use? only.","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10109812-9999.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2017/MC-10109812-0001.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10109812"},{"nhtsa_id":10109777,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2017-08-02","date":"2016-11-04","document_id":"TSB-GEN085","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY","summary":"TSB: MANDATORY REPLACEMENT OF LOCKING/SECURITY HARDWARE - By design, certain fasteners utilized in various Kia models are strictly intended for ?one time use?. Though not limited to the following, some examples are: axle shaft nuts with stake collar, cotter pins, washers with locking tabs and other similar hardware, including threaded fasteners with pre-applied ?thread-locking adhesives.?","document":{"url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10109777-9999.pdf","alternate_url":"https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2016/MC-10109777-0001.pdf","confirmed":false},"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10109777"},{"nhtsa_id":10091489,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2017-02-14","date":"2013-12-06","document_id":"TSBTRA046","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"POWER TRAIN","summary":"TSB: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE CORRECT AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION FLUIDS THAT ARE REQUIRED FOR EACH KIA MODEL. REFER TO THE SHOP MANUAL ON KGIS FOR THE SPECIFIC KIA MODEL, THEN REFERENCE THE AUTOMATIC TRANSAXLE SYSTEM/ REPAIR PROCEDURES/ INSPECTION AND ADJUSTMENT SECTION FOR THE CORRECT ATF CHECK/FILL PROCEDURES.","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10091489"},{"nhtsa_id":10026726,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2008-12-09","date":"2008-08-28","document_id":"KT-2008082201","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS; PARKING BRAKE:INDICATOR LIGHT","summary":"KIA: ALL MODELS. ARTICLE PROVIDES INFORMATION RELATING TO THE IMPROVED DURABILITY OF BULB LIFE FOR REAR COMBINATION BULB; REAR STOP LAMP/TAIL LAMP BULB UTILIZED ON MULTIPLE KIA MODELS. *PE","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10026726"},{"nhtsa_id":10024032,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2008-03-03","date":"2007-12-01","document_id":"106","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY","summary":"RIO (BC) ENGINE HARD TO START, RUNS ROUGH AND STALLS -- WHAT TO CHECK -- CRANK POSITION SENSOR (CKP) TONE RING. *NJ","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10024032"},{"nhtsa_id":10016737,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2005-09-28","date":"2005-01-01","document_id":"84","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"UNKNOWN OR OTHER","summary":"TECHLINE FAQS. KIA TECHNICIAN TIMES. VOLUME 8, ISSUE 4. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10016737"},{"nhtsa_id":10015755,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2005-08-11","date":"2004-01-01","document_id":"76","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER","summary":"VACUUM LEAK AFTER TSB SC036. KIA TECHNICIAN TIMES. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10015755"},{"nhtsa_id":10015272,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2005-07-13","date":"2005-01-01","document_id":"82","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS","summary":"IMPROVED TIMING BELTS FOR THE KIA RIO AND OPTIMA. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10015272"},{"nhtsa_id":10007265,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2004-06-07","date":"2004-04-13","document_id":"04132004","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE","summary":"PENDING RECALL RELATING TO THE FUEL DISTRIBUTOR AND FUEL CONNECTOR ASSEMBLIES. KIA HAS EXPANDED THE RANGE OF AFFECTED VEHICLES. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10007265"},{"nhtsa_id":10005653,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2004-03-10","date":"2004-01-01","document_id":"034","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE","summary":"THIS BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ON CERTAIN MODELS PRODUCED FROM 5/4/00 THROUGH 10/31/02. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10005653"},{"nhtsa_id":10005649,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2004-03-10","date":"2004-01-30","document_id":"034","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE","summary":"VOLUNTARY SERVICE CAMPAIGN SC034 TO REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM). VEHICLES EXPERIENCING STALLING DURING IDLING OR AT NEAR STOPPING CONDITIONS. LETTERS TO KIA SERVICE MANAGERS, DEALERS AND QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS SHEET. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10005649"},{"nhtsa_id":10005614,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2004-03-08","date":"2004-02-01","document_id":"034R","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE","summary":"THIS REVISED BULLETIN PROVIDES INFORMATION ON SERVICE CAMPAIGN TO REPROGRAM THE ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECM) ON CERTAIN MODELS PRODUCED FROM 5/4/00 THROUGH 10/31/02. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10005614"},{"nhtsa_id":10004001,"type":"service_bulletin","type_name":"Service bulletin","date_added":"2003-11-12","date":"2003-10-01","document_id":"013","mfr_campaign":null,"component":"ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE","summary":"LOW AMBIENT HARD START IN ALL 2003 AND SOME 2004 1.6 DOHC MODELS. REVISED. *TT","document":null,"url":"https://open.wenmarpro.com/bulletins/10004001"}],"next_cursor":null,"note":"A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.","attribution":[]}