KIA Soul 2015 2.G Owner's Manual

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Maintenance
Canister
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in
the canister are drawn into the surge
tank through the purge control sole-
noid valve.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve(PCSV)
The purge control solenoid valve is
controlled by the Engine Control
Module (ECM); when the engine
coolant temperature is low during
idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-
orated fuel is not taken into the
engine. After the engine warms up
during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to
the engine.
3. Exhaust emission control
system
The Exhaust Emission Control
System is a highly effective system
which controls exhaust emissions
while maintaining good vehicle per-
formance.
Vehicle modifications
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could
affect its performance, safety or
durability and may even violate gov-
ernmental safety and emissions reg-
ulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifi-
cation may not be covered under
warranty.
If you use unauthorized electronic
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorized
electronic devices.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)
Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes.
Therefore, if you smell exhaust
fumes of any kind inside your vehi-
cle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately. If you ever suspect
exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all
the windows fully open. Have your
vehicle checked and repaired
immediately.
WARNING - Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide (CO). Though
colorless and odorless, it is
dangerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions
on this page to avoid CO poi-
soning.

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Do not operate the engine in con-
fined or closed areas (such as
garages) any more than what is
necessary to move the vehicle in or
out of the area.
When the vehicle is stopped in an open area for more than a short
time with the engine running,
adjust the ventilation system (as
needed) to draw outside air into the
vehicle.
Never sit in a parked or stopped vehicle for any extended time with
the engine running.
When the engine stalls or fails to start, excessive attempts to restart
the engine may cause damage to
the emission control system.Operating precautions for catalyt-
ic convertersYour vehicle is equipped with a cat-
alytic converter emission control
device.
Therefore, the following precautions
must be observed:
Use only UNLEADED FUEL for gasoline engines.
Do not operate the vehicle when there are signs of engine malfunc-
tion, such as misfire or a noticeable
loss of performance.
Do not misuse or abuse the engine. Examples of misuse are
coasting with the ignition off and
descending steep grades in gear
with the ignition off.
Do not operate the engine at high idle speed for extended periods (5
minutes or more).
Do not modify or tamper with any part of the engine or emission con-
trol system. All inspections and
adjustments must be made by an
authorized Kia dealer.
Avoid driving with a extremely low fuel level. Running out of fuel could
cause the engine to misfire, dam-
aging the catalytic converter.
WARNING
- Catalytic converter
Keep away from the catalytic
converter and exhaust system
while the vehicle is running or
immediately thereafter. The
exhaust and catalytic systems
are very hot and may burn you.
WARNING - Fire
Do not park, idle or drive the vehicle over or near flamma-
ble objects, such as grass,
vegetation, paper, leaves, etc.
A hot exhaust system can
ignite flammable items under
your vehicle.
Also, do not remove the heat sink around the exhaust sys-
tem, do not seal the bottom of
the vehicle or do not coat the
vehicle for corrosion control.
It may present a fire risk under
certain conditions.

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Failure to observe these precautions
could result in damage to the catalyt-
ic converter and to your vehicle.
Additionally, such actions could void
your warranties.

Specifications & Consumer information
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-2
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
8-2
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-4
Capacity/Weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-5
Recommended lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . 8-6
• Recommended sae viscosity number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-8
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-10
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DIMENSIONS
Itemmm (in)
Overall length
4,140 (162.9)
Overall width
1,800 (70.9)
Overall height
1,600 (62.9) *1/1,615 (63.6) *2/1,612 (63.5) *3
Front tread
205/60R161,576 (62.1)
215/55R171,568 (61.7)
235/45R181,560 (61.4)
Rear tread
205/60R161,588 (62.5)
215/55R171,580 (62.2)
235/45R181,573 (61.9)
Wheelbase
2,570 (101.2)
*1without roof rack
*2with roof rack
*3with sunroof and roof rack
Item 1.6L 2.0L
Displacement cc (cu. in) 1,591 (97.1) 1,999 (121.9)
Bore x Stroke mm (in.)77x85.44 (3.03x3.36) 81x97 (3.19x3.81)
Firing order 1-3-4-2 1-3-4-2
No. of cylinders 4. In-line4. In-line
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Specifications & Consumer information
BULB WATTAGE
* If equippedLight Bulb Wattage Bulb type
Front Headlamps (Low/High) 55/60 H13
Headlamps (Low) 55 H7SLL
Headlamps (Low)-HID type* 35 D3S
Headlamps (High) 55 H7LL
Front turn signal lamps 28 PY28/8W
Front position lamps 8 (Opt : LED) PY28/8W (Opt : LED)
Front fog lamps* 35 H8L
Front side marker 5 W5W
Side Repeater lamps (Outside Mirror)* LED LED
Rear Bulb Type
Rear Stop/Tail lamps (Bottom) 28/8 P28/8W
Rear tail lamps (Mid) 5 W5W
Rear tail lamps & side marker (Top) 5 W5W
LED Type Rear Stop lamps LED LED
Rear Tail lamps & side marker LED LED
Rear turn signal lamps 27 PY27W
Back-up lamps 16 W16W
High mounted stop lamps 5 (Opt :LED*) W5W (Opt : LED*)
License plate lamps 5 W5W
Interior Map lamps 8 FESTOON
Room lamps 8 FESTOON
Personal lamps LED LED
Vanity mirror lamps 5 FESTOON
Glove box lamps 5 FESTOON
Luggage lamp 8 FESTOON

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TIRES AND WHEELS
CAUTION
When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle.Using tires of a different size can damage the related parts or make it work irregularly.
Item Tire size Wheel sizee Inflation pressure bar kPa (psi)
Wheel lug nut torque Kg·m (lb·ft, N·m)
Normal load
()Maximum load()
Front Rear Front Rear
Full size tire 205/60R16 6.5JX16
230 (33) 230 (33) 230 (33) 230 (33)
9~11
(65~79, 88~107)
215/55R17 6.5JX17
235/45R18 7.5JX18
Compact spare tire (if equipped) T125/80D16 4.0TX16 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60) 420 (60)
✽ ✽
NOTICE
We recommend that when replacing tires, use the same originally supplied with the vehicles.
If not, that affects driving performance.

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Specifications & Consumer information
CAPACITY/WEIGHT
Item1.6 Engine 2.0 Engine
M/T A/T M/T A/T
Gross vehicle weight
kg (lbs.)1,740 (3,836) 1,770 (3,902) 1,770 (3,902) 1,860 (4,100)
Luggage volume (SAE) l(cu ft) Min : 686 (24.2)
Max : 1,735 (61.3)
Min : Behind rear seat to upper edge of the seat back.
Max : Behind front seat to roof.
AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM
ItemWeight of volume Classification
Refrigerant
550g R-134a
Compressor lubricant
110g FD46XG (IDEMITSU)
We recommend that you contact an authorized Kia dealer for more details.

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RECOMMENDED LUBRICANTS AND CAPACITIES
To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability, use only lubricants of the proper quality.
The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in improved fuel economy.
These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.
LubricantVolume Classification
Engine oil *1 *2
1.6 Engine 3.6 l (3.80 US qt.)
(drain and refill)
recommended
2.0 Engine 4.0 l(4.23 US qt.)
(or equivalent)
1.6 Engine1.8~1.9
l
API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-85, fill for-life)
Manual transaxle fluid (1.9~2.0 US qt.)
2.0 Engine 1.9~2.0
l
(2.0~2.11 US qt.)
1.6 Engine
Automatic transaxle fluid 7.3 l (7.71 US qt.)
2.0 Engine
MICHANG ATF SP-IV SK ATF SP-IV
NOCA ATF SP-IV
Kia genuine ATF SP-IV
*
1Refer to the recommended SAE viscosity numbers on the next page.
*2Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits, they contribute
to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine friction. Often, these improvements
are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year’s time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.
*
3If the API service SM engine oil is not available in your country, you are able to use API service SL. API Service SM*
3or obove
ILSAC GF-4 or above ACEA A5 or above

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Specifications & Consumer information
LubricantVolume Classification
Coolant1.6 Engine
M/T
5.1
l(5.39 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
(Ethylene glycol base coolant for aluminum radiator)
A/T5.0 l(5.29 US qt.)
2.0 EngineM/T5.1 l(5.39 US qt.)
A/T5.0 l(5.29 US qt.)
Brake/Clutch fluid 0.7~0.8
l
(0.7~0.8 US qt.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 54
l(14.26 US gal.)
Refer to “Fuel requirements” in chapter 1