Kia SOUL EV Features & Functions Manual

Kia SOUL EV Features & Functions Manual

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F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E
w w w . k i a . c o m
Consumer - Roadside Assistance
1-800-333-4KIA (4542)
See Back Cover for Vehicle Maintenance Schedule
Always check the Owner's Manual for complete operating information and safety warnings.

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  • Page 1 F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E w w w . k i a . c o m Consumer - Roadside Assistance 1-800-333-4KIA (4542) See Back Cover for Vehicle Maintenance Schedule Always check the Owner’s Manual for complete operating information and safety warnings.
  • Page 2 This Features & Functions Guide and the specific operational and safety information it provides is not a substitute for your Owner’s Manual. In the interest of your safety and that of your family, and to help you avoid risks that may result in death or serious injury, Kia reminds you to carefully read your Owner’s Manual in order to fully familiarize yourself with the important information it contains.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    M A I N T E N A N C E (See Back Cover) SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 4: D E O S & Q R C O D E S

    VIDEOS & QR CODES - SMARTPHONES, TABLETS AND COMPUTERS QR CODE Kia provides a number of video resources at your disposal to assist you with becoming familiar with the features and functions EV Overview Video found in your Kia vehicle. You can access these resources by snapping the QR Codes with your smartphone/tablet (mobile devices) or by visiting the following website: www.KuTechVideos.com/ps23/2015.
  • Page 5: Instrument Cluster

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Instrument Cluster Overview QR CODE EV Overview Video Motor Operation Gauge State-of-Charge Gauge Trip Computer / Trip Meter To view a video on your Range Meter Indicators & Warnings Lights Odometer mobile device, snap this Turn Signal Indicators Gear Shift Position Speedometer QR Code or visit the listed...
  • Page 6: Indicators & Warning Lights

    Electronic Power Steering Warning Light Tail Light Indicator* Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 7: Electric Vehicle (Ev) Indicators

    Motor operation gauge to drive When the ready indicator light is OFF or blinking, a Soul EV’s motor operation gauge provides information on the malfunction has occurred Have an authorized Kia dealer address energy consumption rate of the vehicle and the charge status of the...
  • Page 8: Tire Pressure Monitoring System (Tpms)

    SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 9: Lcd Instrument Cluster Modes

    INSTRUMENT CLUSTER CRUISE LCD Instrument Cluster Modes Trip Computer / Tripmeter To cycle through the LCD Instrument Cluster modes, press The Trip Computer is a driver information system the Mode/Select button that displays information related to driving — Energy Consumption --.- such as Average and Instant Energy Consumption, mi./kwh...
  • Page 10: User Settings Mode

    • Welcome Sound Service: Service Interval • ON/OFF Back • Set mileage/months 01000 months SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 11: Eco System

    Hold : Reset Regenerative Brake Mode “B” – Move the Soul EV is equipped with an ECO feature that improves energy EV Active ECO Video efficiency and helps extend battery life The ECO System helps gear shift to the “B” position...
  • Page 12: Charging Your Electric Vehicle

    Level 2 Charging – “Normal” Charge A Level 2 or “normal” charger is the recommended charging system for your Soul EV. This type of charger uses 240 volts of electricity and takes approximately 4-5 hours for a full charge (Based on Kia Motors Corporation testing with SAE J1772 charger performed at 6.6kW).
  • Page 13 ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES Charging Your Electric Vehicle QR CODE To charge the Soul EV using a normal/trickle charger: EV Charging, Charging Station Search Video Connect the ICCB plug to an electrical outlet Zero Emission Check if the power light (green)
  • Page 14 If you need to completely deactivate the reserved charge setting, use the AVN System to finalize the deactivation. SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E...
  • Page 15: Ev Information Modes - Instrument Cluster

    ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES EV Information Modes - Instrument Cluster To access the EV Information Mode screen, use the control buttons located Soul EV’s instrument cluster LCD displays the following EV system screens on the steering wheel Press the Mode/Select button to enter...
  • Page 16: Ev System Information - Avn Screen

    Press to Set Charging. mi/kWh 3h 40min Normal 99.9 mi/kWh SOUL EV Time. Expected Charging Time F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED 14.52 99.9...
  • Page 17 0.00 99.9 Mar 12, 2014 mi/kWh Press to Set Charging. 3:00 3:00 Anytown ELECTRIC VEHICLE FEATURES Expected Charging Time 1.2mi Auto 99.9 14.52 y Information Mar 10, 2014 mi/kWh Electric Vehicle Range Charges battery according to Charging Start 3h 40min Normal 1.93 99.9...
  • Page 18: Driver's Panel

    The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever the ESC is active SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E...
  • Page 19: Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock

    DRIVER'S PANEL Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock Automatic Door Lock/Unlock Auto Door Lock/Unlock will engage when the gear shift is moved in to or out of the P (Park) position Refer to the User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on how to turn Auto Door Lock/Unlock ON/OFF Heated Outside Mirrors* Mirror heaters controlled with Rear Defroster...
  • Page 20: Steering Wheel Controls

    When finished, pull up the lock-release lever to lock Steering Wheel in place. SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 21: Headlights & High Beams

    STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Headlights & High Beams To operate: • Rotate lever to change the Headlight function • Push lever to turn High Beams ON • Pull lever to flash Headlights / High Beams AUTO Light* function — When the light switch is in the AUTO Light position, the tail lights and headlights will turn ON/OFF automatically, AUTO* Automatic Headlights position...
  • Page 22: Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers

    ON: Normal wipe MODE INT: Intermittent wipe* OFF: Wiper off (Button located on Steering Wheel) SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 23: Cruise Control

    STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Audio Controls Cruise Control MODE CRUISE CANCEL Audio MODE button: Press to cycle through FM/AM/Sirius CRUISE Control On/Off button: Press to turn the Cruise Control ON/OFF ® /Media (USB, iPod , Aux, BT Audio, My Music) ® Resume Cruising Speed button: Press to resume or increase Seek/Preset button Cruising Speed...
  • Page 24: Bluetooth Wireless Technology

    End Call button: Press to end a call or cancel a function For more information, if equipped, refer to the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual or the UVO System User’s Manual. For Bluetooth Wireless Technology FAQs, go to www.kia.com, Owners section, or ®...
  • Page 25 Voice Recognition and Phone Contact Tips Bluetooth Wireless Technology ® QR CODE The Kia Voice Recognition System may Pairing a Phone Voice Recognition Tips have difficulty understanding some accents Video For instructions on how to pair a phone, refer to the audio system’s user’s or uncommon names When using Voice guide or your vehicle’s Quick Start Guide...
  • Page 26: Avn (Audio/Video/Navigation) System

    For further AVN System operation and using the app, refer to the Car Multimedia System User’s Manual. SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E...
  • Page 27: Power Button

    CENTER PANEL Power Button QR CODE To start the vehicle: EV Power Button and Smart Key Video 1. Turn off all electrical devices 2. Depress the brake pedal To view a video on your mobile device, snap this 3. Press the POWER button while gear shift is in P (Park) POWER QR Code or visit the listed website.
  • Page 28: Air Conditioning / Climate Control

    See your Owner’s Manual for 3. Press the Defrost button more details SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 29: Aux/Usb/Ipod Port & Power Outlets

    MODE CENTER PANEL REAR Reserved Climate Control Driver Only Ventilation QR CODE Driver Only Ventilation restricts air flow to Reserved Climate Control is designed to pre-cool or heat the vehicle’s interior To view these videos on your mobile device, snap the driver’s side vents only This helps to to the preferred temperature while the vehicle is plugged into a charger these QR Codes or visit the...
  • Page 30: Electric Parking Brake (Epb)

    • If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked • The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving •...
  • Page 31: Automatic Gear Shift With Regenerative Brake Mode

    CENTER PANEL Automatic Gear Shift with Regenerative Brake Mode QR CODE EV Regenerative Braking P: Park Video R: Reverse To view a video on your N: Neutral mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed D: Drive website. Refer to page 2 for more B: Regenerative Brake Mode information.
  • Page 32: Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats

    With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns off or on automatically depending on the seat temperature SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E...
  • Page 33: 6-Way Adjustable Driver's Seat

    SEATING 6-Way Adjustable Driver’s Seat Front Seat Headrest Adjustment To adjust headrest forward*: Pull headrest forward to one of Pull lever to slide Seat forward/backward several positions Pull/press lever to adjust Seat Height To adjust headrest back*: Pull headrest completely forward, Pull lever to adjust Seatback Recline then release...
  • Page 34: Folding Rear Seatback

    QUICK TIPS It may be necessary to adjust the front seatbacks to fully lower rear seats. SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E...
  • Page 35: Smart Key

    OTHER KEY FEATURES Smart Key QR CODE Smart Key Fob: EV Power Button and Smart Key Video Press to lock All Doors To view a video on your Press to unlock Driver’s Door. Press twice in 4 seconds to unlock All Doors mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed Press and hold to unlock Rear Hatch and manually open...
  • Page 36: Map/Room Lamps

    DOOR Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 37: Rear-Camera Display

    OTHER KEY FEATURES Rear-Camera Display* Parking Assist System The Rear-Camera Display system is not a safety device. It is a supplemental The Parking Assist System is not a safety device. The Parking system that displays the view behind the vehicle through the AVN System Assist System is a supplemental system that assists the driver screen while the vehicle is in Reverse.
  • Page 38: Tire Mobility Kit

    120 miles damaged beyond repair SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 39: High-Voltage Areas

    OTHER KEY FEATURES High-Voltage Areas Air Inlet High-voltage areas are marked with an orange color with warning The air inlets , located underneath both front seats, are used to cool the labels attached driving battery For safety reasons, these air inlets should never be blocked Doing so may cause the battery to overheat REMINDER: Never touch the high voltage components marked in orange on the vehicle...
  • Page 40: Rear Hatch Release Button

    The Rear Hatch unlocks automatically and then can be opened manually when the Smart Key* is within close proximity to the vehicle SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E...
  • Page 41: Seat Belts

    SAFETY FEATURES Seat Belts Seat Belt Retractor Locks • Retractor locks allow lap/shoulder seat belts to remain To properly fasten your seat belts: unlocked during normal vehicle operation for freedom of Insert the tongue belt plate into the buckle until it clicks movement and increased comfort Position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE •...
  • Page 42: Passenger Airbag Off Indicator

    If the system determines that the airbag should not be deployed, the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” light will illuminate. REAR DRIVER SOUL EV F E A T U R E S & F U N C T I O N S G U I D E *IF EQUIPPED...
  • Page 43 Navigation: GPS maps and directions are for information purposes only, and Kia does not make any warranties about the accuracy of that information. Kia is not responsible for loss or delay resulting from the use of the navigation system. Caution:...
  • Page 44 N O R M A L M A I N T E N A N C E S C H E D U L E When your vehicle requires service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained technicians, recommended special tools, genuine Kia replacement parts, and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction.
  • Page 45 S O U L E V C U S T O M E R D E L I V E R Y C H E C K L I S T Owner’s Name: _________________________________________VIN: _____________________________Mileage: _____________________ Dealership Name: _______________________________________Sales Consultant: _________________Date: ________________________ BEFORE DELIVERY Verify all tire pressures are to spec (see driver’s door label) LF Verify proper operation of Smart Key lock/unlock...
  • Page 46 DURING DELIVERY Explain first service process and schedule first service appointment Tour Parts & Service departments, introduce staff & explain value of Kia Parts and Service Review recommended maintenance schedule and maintenance requirements to validate warranty Review business hours & Customer 360° Care...

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