Sorento 4WD V6-3.5L (2011)
Brake Light Bulb: All Technical Service Bulletins
Campaign SA031 - Exterior Bulb Replacement
GROUP BODY
NUMBER 058
MODEL 2011MY SORENTO [PXM]
DATE APRIL 2010
SUBJECT:
SERVICE ACTION: SORENTO (XM) EXTERIOR BULB REPLACEMENT (SA 031)
This bulletin provides information relating to Sorento (XM) vehicles built from October 23, 2009 to February 12, 2010 that may experience reduced life
for some of the exterior bulbs. Even though a customer's initial concern is only in regards to a single bulb, Kia recommends replacing all eight (8) bulbs
simultaneously per instructions in this Bulletin.
The following instructions explain a simpler replacement procedure than currently listed in the Sorento (XM) shop manual to replace Front Park/Turn
Signal Bulbs, Rear Combination Bulbs, and Redundant Bulbs located in the deck lid.
Front Headlamp bulb replacement does not require any component removal. Rear bulb replacement is achieved by removing Rear Combination
assemblies. Bulbs in Redundant lighting assemblies can be changed via the access panels in the deck lid as shown in the photo below on the right.
The photo above on the left shows the back view of the front headlamp assembly. Do not remove the front headlamp assembly to change the turn signal
bulb. If necessary use a suitable tool to firmly push the pink bulb cover tab (arrow) while using other hand to assist in rotating the cover
counterclockwise to open.
NOTICE
Ensure that the dual filament bulbs are installed properly. The dual contacts must line-up correctly in the socket for proper bulb operation.
After replacing the bulbs; reinstall components. Verify that all new bulbs are functioning properly. Ensure that the dual filament bulbs are installed
properly.
NOTICE
A ServiceAction is a repair program without customer notification that is performed during the warranty period. Any dealer requested perform thio`is
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 Action reports are available on WebDCS (Consumer
Affairs>Not Completed Recall Recall VIN>Select Report).
The issue number is SA 031.
AFFECTED PRODUCTION RANGE
