Campaign SA019 - PCM Update For EPS MIL ON/DTC C2412

Model: Forte [TD]

Group: Fuel System(14)

Number: KT2009102802

Date: Wednesday, October 28, 2009

Area: N. America

Subject
Service Action: ECU Upgrade for Motor Driven Power
Steering System (SA019) (Chassis - 020)

- Description

This Bulletin provides information related to an MDPS ECU software upgrade on some 2010 Forte (TD) vehicles produced between 3/3/09 and 08/19/09 that are equipped with the optional MDPS (Motor Driven Power Steering). Just after starting the engine, on some occasions the "EPS Light" may illuminate on affected vehicles due to a DTC C2412. To address this concern the vehicle's MDPS control unit should be reflashed following the procedures as outlined below. It is not necessary to replace the MDPS
Steering Column Assembly for this concern.








It is recommended that any vehicle within this production range be repaired prior to retail sale to a customer.








ECM ROM Table Information:

- Effective Vehicle Information

AFFECTED PRODUCTION RANGE:

2010 Forte/Koup vehicles equipped MDPS produced prior to 8/19/2009.

- Service Procedure





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





2. 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 ECM upgrade from the bottom right-hand corner. Next select Auto Mode, Engine.

Perform the ECM upgrade in accordance with normal tool ECM upgrade procedures.





MANUAL MODE ECM UPGRADE PASSWORDS:

* Do NOT perform Manual Mode ECM upgrade unless Auto Mode fails.

7. When the GDS tool reports that the ECM 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 in the Engine and Transaxle control modules. If a DTC C1261 is set, perform the "ASP Calibration" with GDS.

ASP Calibration Procedure





1. Using the 16-pin DLC cable from the GDS while still hooked to the OBD-II connector, located under the driver's side area of the instrument panel.





2. Select the "System Option", and the "ASP Calibration"





3. Check the message on the screen, and then turn the steering wheel until message has changed.





4. Turn the steering wheel to straight ahead position, and then press OK button.





5. When the calibration is completed, the message will be displayed on the screen as shown.

EPS Type Recognition Procedure





1. Connect the 16-pin DLC cable from the GDS into the OBD-II connector, located under the driver's side of the instrument panel.

2. Select the "System Option", and the "EPS Type Recognition". Confirm the vehicle type, and then press OK.





3. When the EPS Type recognition is completed, the following message will be displayed:





WARRANTY CLAIM INFORMATION: