open hood KIA SOUL 2015 Features and Functions Guide
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Instrument Panel Dimmer ISG (Idle, Stop, Go) System* 
The ISG system helps reduce fuel consumption by automatically 
shutting down the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill  
When the vehicle is at a standstill, the engine will stop and the green 
AUTO STOP indicator  on the instrument cluster will illuminate and 
the message Auto Stop will appear in the LCD screen* 
When ISG mode is ON, the engine will restart when the brake pedal 
is released or the shift lever is moved to the R (Reverse) position or to 
Sport mode  When engine restarts, the green AUTO STOP indicator 
 on the instrument cluster will turn off  
To deactivate the ISG System, press the ISG OFF button B  If you 
press again, the system will be activated  
The ISG system is disabled when: 
 •  A seat belt is unfastened 
 •  The hood or a door is opened 
 •  Battery condition is poor 
 •  The front or rear defroster is turned on 
 •  Engine coolant temperature is low 
 •  The outside ambient temperature is too low/high 
 •  Emission control devices activate 
 •  The vehicle is on a steep slope 
REMINDERS: 
 •ISG System is ON at vehicle start up
 •Under certain conditions, the engine will restart automatically
 •  If the AUTO STOP indicator is illuminating yellow, please contact  an authorized Kia dealer
With parking lights / headlights ON, press button A + or – to adjust display brightness of the 
instrument panel illumination 
REMINDERS: 
•   Door Mood Lamp is a fixed brightness and cannot be adjusted (not to be confused with Advanced Mood Lighting Speaker)
•   The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the Navigation System* screen; use Navigation setup to adjust brightness on the Navigation System  
For more information on the ISG System, please refer to your Owner’s Manual or contact your local dealership. 
  ISG (Idle, Stop, Go) System Video   To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website 
Refer to page 2 for more information  
www. KuTechVideo s.c om/p s13/2015
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(Buttons located on left side of Driver’s Panel) 
ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED 
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER  
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Opening the Hood:
1  Located on the bottom left 
of the driver’s panel, pull 
the Hood Release Lever A to unlatch the Hood 
2   In the front of the vehicle, 
lift the Hood slightly, push 
the secondary Latch B 
up inside of the Hood’s 
center and lift the Hood
REMINDER: While lowering and closing, keep hands away from under the Hood  
Hood Release Lever and Latch
Lift the C lever upwards 
to release the fuel door 
Fuel Door Release Lever
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood by pressing the front center of the Hood   Then, 
press down to securely lock in place 
(Lever located on the driver’s floor near door sill)
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  Tire Mobility Kit Video   To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website 
Refer to page 2 for more information  
www. KuTechVideo s.c om/p s13/2015 
   QR CODETire Mobility Kit
REMINDERS:
 •  The Tire Mobility Kit requires the use of the 12V/15A /180W Power Outlet, which is located on the right side of the outlet /aux port area
 •  After tire is properly sealed, drive cautiously at no more than a total distance speed of 50 mph for no longer than a maximum distance of up to 120 miles
The Tire Mobility Kit may temporarily seal 
certain types of tire damage  
For operational information, please refer to 
section 6 of your Owner’s Manual  
A Sealant Bottle
B Compressor
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 •The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary fix and is to be used for one tire only; the tire should be inspected as soon as possible •The kit should only be used for sealing/inflating passenger car tires; do not use for inflating any other type of tires •Some damaged tires cannot be sealed completely; do not use the kit if a tire is damaged beyond repair 
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