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2000 Kia Sephia Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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TSB Date Problem Area TSB Text
04/16/18 NHTSA ID: 10133170
TSB ID: PS539

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.
02/13/17 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10091489
TSB ID: TSBTRA046

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
07/12/02 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 632302
TSB ID: 007

A logic change in the transmission control module (tcm).
04/02/02 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 629469
TSB ID: 008

Automatic transaxle diagnosis. certain models including all rios. *slc
12/09/08 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10026726
TSB ID: KT-2008082201

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.
10/12/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10016840
TSB ID: 017

Charging system upgrade.
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03/09/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10005640
TSB ID: 035R

Battery cable chafing inspection, repair and replacement. revised technical service bulletin.
02/23/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10005355
TSB ID: 035

Battery cable chafing inspection, repair and replacement. technical service bulletin, letters to service managers and dealers and owners.
10/31/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 635757
TSB ID: 025

This bulletin provides information related to a service campaign to inspect possible interference between the positive battery cable and the automatic transmission dipstick.
09/26/00 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 614030
TSB ID: 001

This bulletin provides information related to the turn signal circuit in certain vehicles. it is important to understand the circuit when diagnosing a turn signal malfunction.
08/02/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10109812
TSB ID: TSB-GEN085R1

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 example
08/02/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10109777
TSB ID: TSB-GEN085

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 sta
12/11/01 Other NHTSA ID: 625894
TSB ID: 020

Subject on front door latch.

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Kia Sephia TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

  1. Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
  2. Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
  3. The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
  4. Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
  5. Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

We provide the text of recalls and TSBs as provided by NHTSA. There can be errors in the text. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons (some beyond our control) cannot guarantee you will receive them. When in doubt about a recall or TSB, contact the dealer.