air conditioning KIA SOUL 2015 Features and Functions Guide
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ESSENTIAL FEATURES
Air Conditioning / Climate Control*                         24
Active ECO System*                                        09
Audio System – Standard*                                  20
Audio System - UVO eServices System*                     21
Audio System - Navigation System*                         22
Aux/USB/iPod® Port & Power Outlets                      23
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology                            18
Cruise Control*                                                                   17
Digital Clock                                                23
Folding Rear Seatback                                      31
ISG (Idle, Stop, Go) System*                                10
Manual Gear Shift*                                                             27
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator                             39
Tire Mobility Kit                                             36
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)                  05
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers*                       15
VIDEOS & QR CODES                                02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview                               03Indicators & Warning Lights                                               04Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)                   05Fuel Economy                                             05Trip Computer* / Tripmeter                                 06LCD Instrument Cluster Modes*                                06User Settings Mode*                                       07Service Mode*                                             07Active ECO System*                                       08
DRIVER’S PANEL
Instrument Panel Dimmer                                 09Electronic Stability Control (ESC)                           09Hill-Start Assist Control                                    09ISG (Idle, Stop, Go) System*                               10Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock          11Automatic Door Lock /Unlock                               11Heated Outside Mirrors*                                   11Power Outside Mirrors*                                     11Engine Start/Stop Button*                                 12
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Tilt/ Telescoping Steering Wheel                           13Heated Steering Wheel Button*                              13Headlights & High Beams                                   14Turn Signals & Fog Lights*                                 14Windshield Wipers & Washers                             15Rear Wiper & Washer*                                     15FlexSteer™ Steering Wheel Mode                         16Audio Controls                                             17Cruise Control*                                              17Bluetooth® Wireless Technology                            18
AUDIO SYSTEM
Standard Audio System*                                   20UVO eServices System*                                   21 Navigation System*                                       22Advanced (Mood) Lighting Speaker*                       23
CENTER PANEL
Digital Clock                                               23Aux/USB/iPod® Port                                       23Power Outlets                                             23Automatic Climate Control*                                  25Manual Climate Control*                                   26Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting*           26Manual Gear Shift*                                          27
S E AT I N G
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats*                           286-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat                      28Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat*                           29Front Seat Headrest Adjustment                           29Folding Rear Seatback                                     30
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Smart Key*                                                                       31Remote Keyless Entry* (Folding Key)                       32Double-Turn Lock /Unlock All                               32Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator                           32Map/Room Lamps                                         33Sunvisor                                                   33Panoramic Sunroof Operation*                             34Rear-Camera Display*                                     35Hood Release Lever and Latch                             36Fuel Door Release Lever                                   36Tire Mobility Kit                                           36Rear Hatch Release Button                                 37Child Safety Locks                                         37
SAFETY FEATURES
Seat Belts                                                 38Seat Belt Retractor Locks                                   38Occupant Detection System (ODS) /Passenger Airbag Off Indicator                             39
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS (See Back Inside Cover Page)
MAINTENANCE (See Back Cover)
*IF EQUIPPED SOUL  FE ATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death. The driver’s primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and use of any handheld devices, other equipment or vehicle systems which take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation of a vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be used during operation of the vehicle. 
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Automatic Climate Control*
( Type B)
Climate Control Auto Function:
1   Press AUTO to select Full Auto Operation 
2    Press MODE buttons to control which vents air flows through
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1   Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2    Set Temperature to Hot   
3    Press the Defrost button 
Defog Inside Windshield:
1   Set desired fan Fan Speed   
2    Set desired Temperature
3    Press the Defrost button    
REMINDERS: 
 •  Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
 •  Your Manual Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations   See your Owner’s Manual for more details
Air Flow Modes 
To select Air Flow Modes, press the 
mode selection buttons:
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel  
Floor/Defrost-Level
AUTO
OFF
FRONT
REAR
A/C MODE
CLIMATE
P A SSE NGE R
A IR  BA GactiveECO
Fan Speed Control buttons
Mode Selection button
Display CLIMATE control information
Rear Windshield Defroster buttonAutomatic Climate Control button Recirculated Air button
Front Windshield Defroster buttonAir Conditioning ON/OFF button  Temperature Control knob
System OFF button
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 •Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
 •Defrost mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent •During Auto Operation the A /C indicator will NOT illuminate   The fan speed, air intake, air flow and air conditioning may automatically engage at any time to reach desired temperature and reduce humidity 
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Manual Climate Control*
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1     Set Fan Speed to the highest position 
2    Set Temperature to Hot
3   Rotate knob to the Front Defroster mode   
Defog Inside Windshield:
1     Set Fan Speed to desired position   
2    Set desired Temperature
3    Rotate knob to the Front Defroster mode  
Fan Speed Control knob
Recirculated Air buttonMode Selection knobRear Defroster buttonTemperature Control knob
Air Conditioning ON/OFF button
REMINDERS: 
 •  Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)
 •  Your Manual Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations   See your Owner’s Manual for more details
Air Flow Modes 
To select Air Flow Modes, press 
the Mode selection buttons:
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel  
Floor/Defrost-Level
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 •Defrost Mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent •MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air •Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging 
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ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED 
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*IF  EQUIPPED
See your Owner’s Manual for more details and complete maintenance information, including severe maintenance schedule. Warranty may be voided if maintenance schedule is not followed.  Call 1-800-333-4KIA (4542) for Roadside Assistance. 
* and, if necessary, adjust, clean, replace or correct** If equipped* * *     Check and adjust level and check for leaks. Inspect regularlyCheck tire pressure once a month or more. Transfer case oil and rear differential oil should be changed anytime they have been submerged in water.
1  When adding coolant, use only deionized water or soft water for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.2    If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended. Additives are available from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them. Do not mix other additives.
3   lnspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt.   Fuel filter & fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality. If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details. The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively. 4  Inspect for excessive tappet noise and/or engine vibration and adjust if necessary.5  When replacing coolant, use only a qualified coolant additive for your vehicle and never mix hard water in the coolant filled at the factory. An improper coolant mixture can result in serious malfunction or engine damage.
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INTERVAL MAINTENANCE CHART
  7,500 miles  A
15,000 milesAB
22,500 milesA
30,000 milesABC
37,500 milesAD
45,000 milesAB
52,500 milesA
60,000 milesABCE
67,500 milesA
75,000 milesABDE
82,500 milesA
90,000  miles   ABCE
 97,500  miles   A
105,000  miles   ABDEF
112,500  miles   A
120,000  miles   ABCEG
A  Inspect* — Air cleaner filter, brake lines, hoses and connections, disc brakes and pads* *, drum brakes and linings* *, brake pedal and operation, brake fluid, clutch fluid* *, exhaust pipe and muffler, chassis/body nuts and bolts, steering operation and linkage, suspension mounting bolts, drive shaft and boots, air conditioning compressor, air conditioning refrigerant /performance* *, cooling system1, battery condition, front suspension ball joints, fuel tank, fuel cap, fuel lines, fuel hoses, lubricate all locks and hinges, parking brakes Replace — Engine oil, engine oil filter  Perform — Rotate tires; add fuel additive2
B     Replace — Climate control air filter* *C      Inspect* — Fuel tank air filter (CCV filter)2, fuel filter2, vapor hose and fuel filler cap  Replace — Air cleaner filterD      Inspect* — Manual transmission fluid* *E         Inspect* — Drive belt3 — then every 15,000 miles afterwards. Inspect valve clearance4 (Engine 1.6) (Every 90,000 miles or 72 months)F  Replace — Spark plugs**G          Replace — Engine coolant5***
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE
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.  For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Kia dealer.
Soul Features & Functions Guide 
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 Air Conditioning / Climate Control – 
pages 24-25
  
 Demonstrate Air Flow Modes, Defog and Defrosting Windshield. 
  Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers* – 
page 15
Automatic*
Manual*
 Manual Gear Shift* – 
page 27
 Demonstrate lifting ring for reverse gear
Rotate level to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed.Pull to spray and wipe.
M I S T:
 Single wipe
I N T:  Intermittent wipeLO: Slow wipeHI: Fast wipeOFF: Wiper off
Push to spray and wipe.Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes.ON:   Normal wipeINT:  Intermittent wipeOFF:  Wiper Off
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