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KIA 2014 Soul Owner's Manual (516 pages)

SOUL 2014

Brand: KIA | Category: Automobile | Size: 17 MB

Introduction 1

4
Your Vehicle at a Glance

11
- Exterior Overview
  12
- Interior Overview
  14
- Instrument Panel Overview
  15
- Engine Compartment
  16
Safety Features of Your Vehicle

18
- Front Seat Adjustment - Manual
  22
  - Front Seat Adjustment - Power
    23
- Seatback Pocket
  27
  - Rear Seat Adjustment
    27
  - Seat Belt Restraint System
    32
  - Pre-Tensioner Seat Belt
    40
  - Seat Belt Precautions
    43
- Seat Belts
  32
- Child Restraint System
  
  47
  - Using a Child Restraint System
    49
- Air Bag
  
  57
  - How Does the Air Bag System Operate
    57
  - Air Bag Warning Light
    59
  - SRS Components and Functions
    60
  - Occupant Detection System (ODS)
    63
  - Driver's and Passenger's Front Air Bag
    69
  - Side Air Bag
    75
  - Curtain Air Bag
    76
- SRS Care
  
  83
- Additional Safety Precautions
  
  84
- Adding Equipment to or Modifying Your Air Bag
  
  85
- Air Bag Warning Label
  
  86
Features Sunroof Your Vehicle

87
- Key
  
  90
  - Key Operations
    90
  - Record Your Key Number
    90
  - Transmitter Precautions
    92
  - Battery Replacement
    93
  - Immobilizer System
    93
- Smart Key
  
  96
  - Record Your Key Number
    96
  - Smart Key Function
    96
  - Loss of the Smart Key
    99
  - Smart Key Precautions
    100
  - Smart Key Immobilizer System
    100
  - Battery Replacement
    102
- Door Locks
  
  103
- Tailgate
  
  108
  - Opening the Tailgate
    108
  - Closing the Tailgate
    108
  - Emergency Tailgate Safety Release
    109
- Windows
  
  110
  - Power Windows
    111
- Hood
  
  116
  - Opening the Hood
    116
  - Closing the Hood
    116
- Fuel Filler Lid
  
  118
  - Opening the Fuel Filler Lid
    118
  - Closing the Fuel Filler Lid
    118
- Panoramic Sunroof
  
  121
  - Sunroof Open Warning
    122
  - Sliding the Sunroof
    122
  - Tilting the Sunroof
    123
  - Sunshade
    124
  - Resetting the Sunroof
    125
- Steering Wheel
  
  127
  - Electric Power Steering (EPS)
    127
  - Tilt and Telescopic Steering
    128
  - Heated Steering Wheel
    129
  - Horn
    129
  - FLEX Steer
    130
- Mirrors
  
  133
  - Inside Rearview Mirror
    133
  - Outside Rearview Mirror
    137
- Instrument Cluster
  
  138
  - Instrument Cluster Control
    139
  - LCD Display Control
    139
  - Gauges
    140
  - Transaxle Shift Indicator
    144
- LCD Display
  
  146
  - LCD Modes
    146
  - Service Mode
    147
  - User Settings Mode
    148
  - A/V Mode
    150
  - Turn by Turn Mode
    151
  - Warning Messages
    151
- Trip Computer
  
  156
  - Overview
    156
  - Trip A/B
    157
  - Fuel Economy
    158
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  
  160
  - Warning Lights
    160
  - Indicator Lights
    167
- Rear Camera Display
  
  172
- Lighting
  
  173
  - Headlamp Escort
    173
  - Battery Saver Function
    173
  - Daytime Running Light
    173
  - Lighting Control
    174
  - High Beam Operation
    175
  - Turn Signals and Lane Change Signals
    176
  - Front Fog Light
    177
- Wipers and Washers
  
  178
  - Windshield Wiper/Washer
    178
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer
    178
  - Windshield Wipers
    178
  - Windshield Washers
    179
  - Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
    180
- Interior Light
  
  181
  - Interior Lamp Auto Cut
    181
  - Map Lamp
    181
  - Room Lamp
    182
  - Luggage Room Lamp
    183
  - Portable Lamp Usage
    183
  - Glove Box Lamp
    185
  - Vanity Mirror Lamp
    185
- Defroster
  
  186
  - Rear Window Defroster
    186
- Manual Climate Control System
  
  188
- Automatic Climate Control System
  
  198
- Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
  
  211
  - Manual Climate Control System
    211
  - Defogging Logic
    213
  - Automatic Climate Control System
    214
- Clean Air
  
  215
- Storage Compartment
  
  216
  - Center Console Storage
    216
  - Glove Box
    216
  - Cool Box
    217
  - Sunglass Holder
    217
  - Luggage Box
    218
- Interior Features
  
  219
  - Cup Holder
    219
  - Sunvisor
    219
  - Seat Warmer
    220
  - Seat Air Ventilation
    221
  - Rear Seat Warmer
    222
  - Power Outlet
    223
  - Clothes Hanger
    224
  - Floor Mat Anchor(S)
    224
  - Luggage Net Holder
    225
  - Cargo Area Cover
    226
- Exterior Features
  
  227
  - Mounting Bracket for Roof Carrier
    227
- Audio System
  
  229
  - Antenna
    229
  - Audio Remote Control
    230
  - Aux, USB and Ipod ® Port
    231
  - Advanced Lighting Speaker
    232
  - Voice Command List
    282
Driving Your Vehicle

288
- Before Driving
  
  291
  - Before Entering Vehicle
    291
  - Necessary Inspections
    291
  - Before Starting
    292
- Key Positions
  
  294
  - Illuminated Ignition Switch
    294
  - Ignition Switch Position
    294
  - Starting the Engine
    296
- Engine Start/Stop Button
  
  297
- Manual Transaxle
  
  302
  - Manual Transaxle Operation
    302
  - Good Driving Practices
    304
- Automatic Transaxle
  
  306
  - Automatic Transaxle Operation
    306
  - Good Driving Practices
    311
- Brake System
  
  313
  - Power Brakes
    313
  - Parking Brake - Hand Type
    315
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    317
  - Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
    319
  - Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
    323
  - Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
    324
  - Good Braking Practices
    325
- Cruise Control System
  
  327
- Active ECO System
  
  332
  - Active ECO Operation
    332
  - When Active ECO Is Activated
    332
  - Limitation of Active ECO Operation
    332
  - Auto Stop
    333
  - Auto Start
    334
  - Condition of ISG System Operation
    335
  - ISG System Deactivation
    336
  - ISG System Malfunction
    337
  - Economical Operation
    338
  - Special Driving Conditions
    340
    
    Hazardous Driving Conditions
    340
    
    Reducing the Risk of a Rollover
    340
    
    Rocking the Vehicle
    341
    
    Smooth Cornering
    342
    
    Driving at Night
    343
    
    Driving in the Rain
    343
    
    Driving in Flooded Areas
    344
    
    Driving Off-Road
    344
    
    Highway Driving
    344
  - Winter Driving
    346
    
    Snowy or Icy Conditions
    346
- Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant
  
  349
- Vehicle Load Limit
  
  351
  - Tire and Loading Information Label
    351
  - Certification Label
    355
- Vehicle Weight Glossary
  
  357
  - Base Curb Weight
    357
  - Vehicle Curb Weight
    357
  - Cargo Weight
    357
  - GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
    357
  - GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    357
  - GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
    357
  - GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
    357
What to Do in an Emergency

358
- Road Warning
  
  359
  - Hazard Warning Flasher
    359
- In Case of an Emergency While Driving
  
  360
- If the Engine will Not Start
  
  361
  - If Engine Doesn't Turn over or Turns over Slowly
    361
  - If Engine Turns over Normally but Does Not Start
    361
- Emergency Starting
  
  362
  - Jump Starting
    362
  - Push-Starting
    363
- If the Engine Overheats
  
  364
- Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
  
  365
  - TPMS Malfunction Indicator
    367
  - Changing a Tire with TPMS
    368
- If You Have a Flat Tire (with Spare Tire)
  
  371
  - Jack and Tools
    371
  - Removing and Storing the Spare Tire
    372
  - Changing Tires
    372
  - Introduction
    379
  - Components of the Tire Mobility Kit
    381
  - Using the Tire Mobility Kit
    382
  - Distributing the Sealant
    383
- Producing the Tire Inflation Pressure
  
  384
  - Notes on the Safe Use of the Tire Mobility Kit
    384
  - Technical Data
    385
- Towing
  
  386
  - Towing Service
    386
  - Removable Towing Hook (Front)
    387
  - Emergency Towing
    388
Maintenance

391
- Engine Compartment
  
  393
- Maintenance Services
  
  395
  - Owner's Responsibility
    395
  - Owner Maintenance Precautions
    396
- Owner Maintenance
  
  397
  - Owner Maintenance Schedule
    397
- Scheduled Maintenance Service
  
  399
  - Maintenance under Severe Usage Conditions
    412
- Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items
  
  413
- Engine Oil
  
  417
  - Checking the Engine Oil Level
    417
  - Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
    418
- Engine Coolant
  
  419
  - Checking the Coolant Level
    419
  - Changing the Coolant
    421
- Brake/Clutch Fluid
  
  422
  - Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
    422
- Washer Fluid
  
  424
  - Checking the Washer Fluid Level
    424
- Parking Brake
  
  425
  - Checking the Parking Brake
    425
- Air Cleaner
  
  426
  - Filter Replacement
    426
- Climate Control Air Filter
  
  428
  - Filter Inspection
    428
- Wiper Blades
  
  430
  - Blade Inspection
    430
  - Blade Replacement
    430
- Battery
  
  434
  - For Best Battery Service
    434
  - Battery Recharging
    435
  - Reset Items
    436
- Tires and Wheels
  
  437
  - Tire Care
    437
  - Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures
    437
  - Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
    438
  - Tire Rotation
    439
  - Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
    440
  - Tire Replacement
    441
  - Wheel Replacement
    442
  - Tire Traction
    442
  - Tire Maintenance
    442
  - Tire Sidewall Labeling
    443
  - Snow Tires
    449
  - Tire Chains
    449
  - Low Aspect Ratio Tire
    451
- Fuses
  
  452
  - Fuse/Relay Panel Description
    457
- Light Bulbs
  
  465
- Appearance Care
  
  478
  - Exterior Care
    478
  - Interior Care
    483
- Emission Control System
  
  485
- California Perchlorate Notice
  
  488
Specifications, Consumer Information and Reporting Safety Defects

489
- Dimensions
  490
- Engine
  490
- Bulb Wattage
  491
- Tires and Wheels
  492
- Gross Vehicle Weight
  493
- Luggage Volume
  493
- Recommended Lubricants and Capacities
  494
- Recommended Sae Viscosity Number
  496
- Vehicle Certification Label
  497
- Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
  497
- Engine Number
  498
- Refrigerant Label
  498
- Tire Specification and Pressure Label
  498
- Consumer Assistance (U.S. Only)
  499
- Electrical Equipment (U.S. Only)
  502
- Online Factory Authorized Manuals (U.S. Only)
  503
- Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. Only)
  503

Kia 2014 Soul User Manual (500 pages)

Brand: Kia | Category: Automobile | Size: 14 MB

Introduction 1

3
- Table of Contents
  3
- Introduction
  4
- How to Use this Manual
  5
- Fuel Requirements
  6
- Vehicle Handling Instructions
  9
- Vehicle Break-In Process
  9
Your Vehicle at a Glance

10
- Exterior Overview
  11
- Interior Overview
  13
- Instrument Panel Overview
  14
- Engine Compartment
  15
Safety Features of Your Vehicle

17
- Features of Your Vehicle
  18
- Seat
  18
- Seats
  
  21
  - Front Seat Adjustment - Manual
    21
  - Front Seat Adjustment - Power
    22
  - Rear Seat Adjustment
    27
  - Seatback Pocket
    27
- Seat Belts
  
  32
  - Seat Belt Restraint System
    32
  - Pre-Tensioner Seat Belt
    40
  - Seat Belt Precautions
    43
  - Care of Seat Belts
    46
- Child Restraint System
  
  47
  - Using a Child Restraint System
    49
  - Tether Anchor System
    53
  - Lower Anchor System
    53
- Air Bag
  
  57
  - How Does the Air Bag System Operate
    57
  - Air Bag Warning Light
    59
  - Passenger's Seat
    59
  - SRS Components and Functions
    60
  - Occupant Detection System (ODS)
    63
  - Driver's and Passenger's Front Air Bag
    69
  - Side Air Bag
    75
  - Curtain Air Bag
    76
- SRS Care
  
  83
- Additional Safety Precautions
  
  84
- Adding Equipment to or Modifying Your Air Bag
  
  85
  - Equipped Vehicle
    85
- Air Bag Warning Label
  
  86
Table of Contents

88
- Central Door Lock Switch
  107
- Windows
  112
- Power Window Switch
  113
- Power Window Lock Button
  116
- Steering Wheel
  129
- Horn
  131
- Instrument Cluster
  
  140
  - Instrument Cluster Control
    141
  - LCD Display Control
    141
  - Gauges
    142
  - Transaxle Shift Indicator
    146
- LCD Display
  
  148
  - LCD Modes
    148
  - Service Mode
    149
  - User Settings Mode
    150
  - A/V Mode
    152
  - Turn by Turn Mode
    152
  - Warning Messages
    153
- Trip Computer
  
  158
  - Overview
    158
  - Trip A/B
    159
  - Fuel Economy
    160
- Warning and Indicator Lights
  
  162
  - Warning Lights
    162
  - Indicator Lights
    169
- Rear Camera Display
  
  174
- Lighting
  
  175
  - Headlamp Escort
    175
  - Battery Saver Function
    175
  - Daytime Running Light
    175
  - Lighting Control
    176
  - High Beam Operation
    177
  - Turn Signals and Lane Change Signals
    178
  - Front Fog Light
    179
- Wipers and Washers
  
  180
  - Windshield Wiper/Washer
    180
  - Rear Window Wiper/Washer
    180
  - Windshield Wipers
    180
  - Windshield Washers
    181
  - Rear Window Wiper and Washer Switch
    182
- Interior Light
  
  183
  - Interior Lamp Auto Cut
    183
  - Map Lamp
    183
  - Room Lamp
    184
  - Luggage Room Lamp
    185
  - Portable Lamp Usage
    185
  - Glove Box Lamp
    187
  - Vanity Mirror Lamp
    187
- Defroster
  
  188
  - Rear Window Defroster
    188
- Manual Climate Control System
  
  190
- Automatic Climate Control System
  
  199
- Windshield Defrosting and Defogging
  
  211
  - Manual Climate Control System
    211
  - Automatic Climate Control System
    214
- Clean Air
  
  215
- Storage Compartment
  
  216
  - Center Console Storage
    216
  - Glove Box
    216
  - Cool Box
    217
  - Sunglass Holder
    217
  - Luggage Box
    218
- Interior Features
  
  219
  - Cup Holder
    219
  - Sunvisor
    219
  - Seat Warmer
    220
  - Seat Air Ventilation
    221
  - Rear Seat Warmer
    222
  - Power Outlet
    223
  - Clothes Hanger
    224
  - Floor Mat Anchor(S)
    224
  - Luggage Net Holder
    225
  - Cargo Area Cover
    226
- Exterior Features
  
  227
  - Mounting Bracket for Roof Carrier
    227
- Audio System
  
  229
  - Antenna
    229
  - Audio Remote Control
    230
  - Aux, USB and Ipod ® Port
    231
  - Advanced Lighting Speaker
    232
  - Voice Command List
    282
Driving Your Vehicle

288
- Before Driving
  
  291
  - Before Entering Vehicle
    291
  - Necessary Inspections
    291
  - Before Starting
    292
- Key Positions
  
  294
  - Illuminated Ignition Switch
    294
  - Ignition Switch Position
    294
  - Starting the Engine
    296
- Engine Start/Stop Button
  
  297
- Manual Transaxle
  
  302
  - Manual Transaxle Operation
    302
  - Good Driving Practices
    304
- Automatic Transaxle
  
  306
  - Automatic Transaxle Operation
    306
  - Good Driving Practices
    311
- Brake System
  
  313
  - Power Brakes
    313
  - Parking Brake - Hand Type
    315
  - Anti-Lock Brake System (ABS)
    317
  - Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
    319
  - ESC off Button
    320
    
    Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
    323
    
    Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
    324
    
    Good Braking Practices
    325
- Cruise Control System
  
  327
- Active ECO System
  
  332
  - Active ECO Operation
    332
  - When Active ECO Is Activated
    332
  - Limitation of Active ECO Operation
    332
  - Auto Stop
    333
  - Auto Start
    334
  - Condition of ISG System Operation
    335
  - ISG System Deactivation
    336
  - ISG System Malfunction
    337
- Economical Operation
  
  338
- Special Driving Conditions
  
  340
  - Hazardous Driving Conditions
    340
  - Reducing the Risk of a Rollover
    340
  - Rocking the Vehicle
    341
  - Smooth Cornering
    342
  - Driving at Night
    343
  - Driving in the Rain
    343
  - Driving in Flooded Areas
    344
  - Driving Off-Road
    344
  - Highway Driving
    344
- Winter Driving
  
  346
- Vehicle Load Limit
  
  349
  - Tire and Loading Information Label
    349
  - Certification Label
    353
- Vehicle Weight Glossary
  
  355
  - Base Curb Weight
    355
  - Vehicle Curb Weight
    355
  - Cargo Weight
    355
  - GAW (Gross Axle Weight)
    355
  - GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating)
    355
  - GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight)
    355
  - GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
    355
What to Do in an Emergency

356
- Hazard Warning Flasher
  356
- Road Warning
  
  357
  - Hazard Warning Flasher
    357
- In Case of an Emergency While Driving
  
  358
- If the Engine will Not Start
  
  359
  - If Engine Doesn't Turn over or Turns over Slowly
    359
  - If Engine Turns over Normally but Does Not Start
    359
- Emergency Starting
  
  360
  - Jump Starting
    360
  - Push-Starting
    361
- If the Engine Overheats
  
  362
- If You Have a Flat Tire (with Spare Tire)
  
  363
  - Jack and Tools
    363
  - Removing and Storing the Spare Tire
    364
  - Changing Tires
    364
- If You Have a Flat Tire (with Tire Mobility Kit) . . 6-17
  
  372
  - Introduction
    372
  - Components of the Tire Mobility Kit
    374
  - Using the Tire Mobility Kit
    375
  - Distributing the Sealant
    376
- Notes on the Safe Use of the Tire Mobility Kit
  
  378
  - Technical Data
    378
- Towing
  
  379
  - Towing Service
    379
  - Removable Towing Hook (Front)
    380
  - Emergency Towing
    381
Maintenance

384
- Engine Compartment
  
  386
- Maintenance Services
  
  388
  - Owner's Responsibility
    388
  - Owner Maintenance Precautions
    389
- Owner Maintenance
  
  390
  - Owner Maintenance Schedule
    390
- Scheduled Maintenance Service
  
  392
  - Maintenance under Severe Usage Conditions
    405
- Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items
  
  406
- Engine Oil
  
  410
  - Checking the Engine Oil Level
    410
  - Changing the Engine Oil and Filter
    411
- Engine Coolant
  
  412
  - Checking the Coolant Level
    412
  - Changing the Coolant
    414
- Brake/Clutch Fluid
  
  415
  - Checking the Brake/Clutch Fluid Level
    415
- Washer Fluid
  
  417
  - Checking the Washer Fluid Level
    417
- Parking Brake
  
  418
  - Checking the Parking Brake
    418
- Air Cleaner
  
  419
  - Filter Replacement
    419
- Climate Control Air Filter
  
  421
- Wiper Blades
  
  423
  - Blade Inspection
    423
  - Blade Replacement
    423
- Battery
  
  427
  - For Best Battery Service
    427
  - Battery Recharging
    428
  - Reset Items
    429
- Tires and Wheels
  
  430
  - Tire Care
    430
  - Recommended Cold Tire Inflation Pressures
    430
  - Checking Tire Inflation Pressure
    431
  - Tire Rotation
    432
  - Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
    433
  - Tire Replacement
    434
  - Wheel Replacement
    435
  - Tire Traction
    435
  - Tire Maintenance
    435
  - Tire Sidewall Labeling
    436
- Fuses
  
  445
  - Fuse/Relay Panel Description
    450
- Light Bulbs
  
  458
- Appearance Care
  
  471
  - Exterior Care
    471
  - Interior Care
    476
- Emission Control System
  
  478
  - Specifications & Consumer Information
    482
    
    Dimensions
    483
    
    Engine
    483
    
    High Mounted Stop Lamp
    484
    
    Bulb Wattage
    484
    
    Tires and Wheels
    485
    
    Gross Vehicle Weight
    486
    
    Luggage Volume
    486
    
    Recommended Lubricants and Capacities
    487
    
    Recommended Sae Viscosity Number
    489
    
    Vehicle Identification Number (VIN)
    490
    
    Tire Specification and Pressure Label
    491
    
    Engine Number
    491
    
    Inflation and Non-Inflation Conditions of the Air Bag
    493
    
    Interior Overview
    496

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KIA 2014 Soul Owner's Manual (516 pages)

Table of Contents

Introduction 1

Your Vehicle at a Glance

Safety Features of Your Vehicle

Child Restraint System

Air Bag

SRS Care

Additional Safety Precautions

Adding Equipment to or Modifying Your Air Bag

Air Bag Warning Label

Features Sunroof Your Vehicle

Key

Smart Key

Door Locks

Tailgate

Windows

Hood

Fuel Filler Lid

Panoramic Sunroof

Steering Wheel

Mirrors

Instrument Cluster

LCD Display

Trip Computer

Warning and Indicator Lights

Rear Camera Display

Lighting

Wipers and Washers

Interior Light

Defroster

Manual Climate Control System

Automatic Climate Control System

Windshield Defrosting and Defogging

Clean Air

Storage Compartment

Interior Features

Exterior Features

Audio System

Driving Your Vehicle

Before Driving

Key Positions

Engine Start/Stop Button

Manual Transaxle

Automatic Transaxle

Brake System

Cruise Control System

Active ECO System

Use High Quality Ethylene Glycol Coolant

Vehicle Load Limit

Vehicle Weight Glossary

What to Do in an Emergency

Road Warning

In Case of an Emergency While Driving

If the Engine will Not Start

Emergency Starting

If the Engine Overheats

Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)

If You Have a Flat Tire (with Spare Tire)

Producing the Tire Inflation Pressure

Towing

Maintenance

Engine Compartment

Maintenance Services

Owner Maintenance

Scheduled Maintenance Service

Explanation of Scheduled Maintenance Items

Engine Oil

Engine Coolant

Brake/Clutch Fluid

Washer Fluid

Parking Brake

Air Cleaner

Climate Control Air Filter

Wiper Blades

Battery

Tires and Wheels

Fuses

Light Bulbs