2020 Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Component Inspection

Upstream O2 Sensor Inspection 

  1. Ignition "OFF"
  2. Connect VMI to KDS and set up an oscilloscope as follow (4-channel);

    Channel A (+): Pin No. 3 (V_G) terminal of Upstream O2 Sensor.

    Channel A (-): Pin No. 6 (V_IP) terminal of Upstream O2 Sensor.

    Channel B (+): Pin No. 1 (V_N) terminal of Upstream O2 Sensor.

    Channel B(-): Pin No. 4 (V_RC) terminal of Upstream O2 Sensor.

  3. Ignition "ON" & Engine "ON"
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  4. Is measured value within specification?

    YES 

    • Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
    • If the diagnostics have been performed correctly with no failure found, replace the ECM/PCM and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
    CAUTION: When replacing the ECM/PCM, the vehicle equipped with the immobilizer must be performed procedure as below.
    [In the case of installing used ECM/PCM]
    1. Perform "ECM Neutral mode" procedure with KDS. (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER " in BE group)
    2. After finishing "ECM Neutral mode", perform "Key teaching" procedure with KDS. (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER " in BE group)

    [In the case of installing new ECM/PCM]
    Perform "Key teaching" procedure with KDS. (Refer to "IMMOBILIZER " in BE group)
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • • You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • • Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • • The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • • You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • • You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.