window KIA SOUL 2009 Owner's Manual

Features of your vehicle
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Using a cellular phone or a two-way
radio
When a cellular phone is used inside the
vehicle, noise may be produced from the
audio equipment. This does not meanthat something is wrong with the audio
equipment. In such a case, use the cellu-
lar phone at a place as far as possiblefrom the audio equipment. Care of disc (if equipped)
If the temperature inside the car is too
high, open the car windows for ventila-
tion before using your car audio.
It is illegal to copy and use MP3/WMA files without permission. Use CDs that
are created only by lawful means.
Do not apply volatile agents such as benzene and thinner, normal cleaners
and magnetic sprays made for ana-
logue disc onto CDs.
To prevent the disc surface from get- ting damaged. Hold and carry CDs bythe edges or the edges of the center
hole only.
Clean the disc surface with a piece of soft cloth before playback (wipe it fromthe center to the outside edge).
Do not damage the disc surface or attach pieces of sticky tape or paperonto it.
Make sure on undesirable matter other than CDs are inserted into the CD
player .
Do not insert more than one CD at a time. It is likely to block CD operation. Keep CDs in their cases after use to
protect them from scratches or dirt.
Depending on the type of CD-R/CD- RW CDs, certain CDs may not operate
normally according to manufacturingcompanies or making and recording
methods. In such circumstances, if you
still continue to use those CDs, they
may cause the malfunction of your caraudio system.
✽✽ NOTICE - Playing an
Incompatible Copy
Protected Audio CD
Some copy protected CDs, which do not comply with the international audio CDstandards (Red Book), may not play on
your car audio. Please note that if you
try to play copy protected CDs and the
CD player does not perform correctlythe CDs maybe defective, not the CD
player.CAUTION
When using a communication sys- tem such a cellular phone or a radioset inside the vehicle, a separateexternal antenna must be fitted. When a cellular phone or a radio set
is used with an internal antenna alone, it may interfere with the vehi- cle's electrical system and adverse-
ly affect safe operation of the vehi-cle.
WARNING
Don't use a cellular phone when
you are driving. You should stop at
a safe place to use a cellular phone.

Driving your vehicle
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WARNING - ENGINE EXHAUST CAN BE DANGEROUS!
Engine exhaust fumes can be extremely dangerous. If, at any time, you smell exhaust fumes inside the vehicle, open the win-
dows immediately.
• Do not inhale exhaust fumes.
Exhaust fumes contain carbon monoxide, a colorless, odorless gas that can cause unconsciousness and death by asphyxia- tion.
The exhaust system should be checked whenever the vehicle is raised to change the oil or for any other purpose. If you hear
a change in the sound of the exhaust or if you drive over something that strikes the underneath side of the car, have the
exhaust system checked as soon as possible by an authorized KIA dealer.
Letting the engine idle in your garage, even with the garage door open, is a hazardous practice. Never run the engine in your
garage any longer than it takes to start the engine and back the vehicle out.
If it is necessary to idle the engine for a prolonged period with people inside the vehicle, be sure to do so only in an open a rea
with the air intake set at "Fresh" and fan operating at one of the higher speeds so fresh air is drawn into the interior.
If you must drive with the tailgate open because you are carrying objects that make this necessary:
1. Close all windows.
2. Open side vents.
3. Set the air intake control at "Fresh", the air flow control at "Floor" or "Face" and the fan at one of the higher speeds.
To assure proper operation of the ventilation system, be sure the ventilation air intakes located just in front of the windshie ld are
kept clear of snow, ice, leaves or other obstructions.

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Driving your vehicle
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Before entering vehicle
• Be sure that all windows, outside mir-ror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behind you if you intend to back up.
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Necessary inspections
Fluid levels, such as engine oil, engine
coolant, brake fluid, and washer fluid
should be checked on a regular basis,
with the exact interval depending on the
fluid. Further details are provided in sec-
tion 7, “Maintenance”.
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Before starting
Close and lock all doors.
Position the seat so that all controls are easily reached.
Adjust the inside and outside rearview mirrors. Be sure that all lights work.
Check all gauges.
Check the operation of warning lights
when the ignition switch is turned to the ON position.
Release the parking brake and make sure the brake warning light goes out.
For safe operation, be sure you are famil-
iar with your vehicle and its equipment.
BEFORE DRIVING
WARNING
All passengers must be properly
belted whenever the vehicle is mov-
ing. Refer to “Seat belts” in section
3 for more information on their
proper use.
WARNING
Always check the surrounding
areas near your vehicle for people,
especially children, before putting a
car into D (Drive) or R (Reverse).
WARNING - Driving under
the influence of alcohol or drugs
Drinking and driving is dangerous.
Drunk driving is the number one
contributor to the highway death
toll each year. Even a small amount
of alcohol will affect your reflexes,
perceptions and judgment. Drivingwhile under the influence of drugs
is as dangerous or more dangerousthan driving drunk.
You are much more likely to have a
serious accident if you drink or
take drugs and drive.
If you are drinking or taking drugs,
don’t drive. Do not ride with a driv-er who has been drinking or taking
drugs. Choose a designated driveror call a cab.
WARNING
When you intend to park or stop the
vehicle with the engine on, be care-ful not to depress the accelerator
pedal for a long period of time. It
may overheat the engine or exhaust
system and cause fire.

Driving your vehicle
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Remember, your vehicle does not
require extended warm-up. After the
engine has started, allow the engine to
run for 10 to 20 seconds prior to plac-
ing the vehicle in gear. In very cold
weather, however, give your engine a
slightly longer warm-up period.
Don't "lug" or "over-rev" the engine. Lugging is driving too slowly in too
high a gear resulting engine bucking. If
this happens, shift to a lower gear.
Over-revving is racing the engine
beyond its safe limit. This can be avoid-
ed by shifting at the recommended
speeds. Use your air conditioning sparingly.
The air conditioning system is operat-
ed by engine power so your fuel econ-
omy is reduced when you use it.
Open windows at high speeds can reduce fuel economy.
Fuel economy is less in crosswinds and headwinds. To help offset some of
this loss, slow down when driving in
these conditions.
Keeping a vehicle in good operating con-
dition is important both for economy and
safety. Therefore, have an authorized KIA
dealer perform scheduled inspections
and maintenance.
WARNING - Engine off dur-
ing motion
Never turn the engine off to coast
down hills or anytime the vehicle is
in motion. The power steering and
power brakes will not function
properly without the engine run-
ning. Instead, keep the engine on
and downshift to an appropriate
gear for engine braking effect. In
addition, turning off the ignition
while driving could engage the
steering wheel lock resulting in
loss of vehicle steering which
could cause serious injury ordeath.

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To keep locks from freezing
To keep the locks from freezing, squirt an
approved de-icer fluid or glycerine into
the key opening. If a lock is covered with
ice, squirt it with an approved de-icing
fluid to remove the ice. If the lock is
frozen internally, you may be able to thaw
it out by using a heated key. Handle the
heated key with care to avoid injury.
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Use approved window washer
anti-freeze in system
To keep the water in the window washer
system from freezing, add an approved
window washer anti-freeze solution in
accordance with instructions on the con-
tainer. Window washer anti-freeze is
available from an authorized KIA dealer
and most auto parts outlets. Do not useengine coolant or other types of anti-
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Don't let your parking brake
freeze
Under some conditions your parking
brake can freeze in the engaged position.
This is most likely to happen when there
is an accumulation of snow or ice around
or near the rear brakes or if the brakes
are wet. If there is a risk the parking
brake may freeze, apply it only temporar-
ily while you put the shift lever in P (auto-
matic transaxle) or in first or reverse gear
(manual transaxle) and block the rear
wheels so the vehicle cannot roll. Then
release the parking brake.
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Don't let ice and snow accumu- late underneath
Under some conditions, snow and ice
can build up under the fenders and inter-
fere with the steering. When driving in
severe winter conditions where this may
happen, you should periodically check
underneath the car to be sure the move-
ment of the front wheels and the steering
components is not obstructed.E121000ASA
Carry emergency equipment
Depending on the severity of the weath-
er, you should carry appropriate emer-
gency equipment. Some of the items you
may want to carry include tire chains, tow
straps or chains, flashlight, emergency
flares, sand, shovel, jumper cables, win-
dow scraper, gloves, ground cloth, cover-
alls, blanket, etc.

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Maintenance
Replace the filter according to the
Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in extremelydusty or sandy areas, replace the ele-
ment more often than the usual recom-mended intervals. (Refer to“Maintenance under severe usage condi-
tions” in this section.)
G180100AUN Blade inspection
✽✽ NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by auto-
matic car washes have been known tomake the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or
the wiper blades with foreign matter can
reduce the effectiveness of the wind-
shield wipers. Common sources of con-
tamination are insects, tree sap, and hot
wax treatments used by some commer-
cial car washes. If the blades are not wip-
ing properly, clean both the window and
the blades with a good cleaner or mild
detergent, and rinse thoroughly with
clean water.
CAUTION
Do not drive with the air cleaner removed; this will result in exces-
sive engine wear.
When removing the air cleaner fil- ter, be careful that dust or dirtdoes not enter the air intake, or damage may result.
Use a KIA genuine part. Use of nongenuine parts could damagethe air flow sensor or turbocharg- er.
WIPER BLADES
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To prevent damage to the wiperblades, do not use gasoline,
kerosene, paint thinner, or other solvents on or near them.

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Maintenance
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Rear window wiper blade (if equipped)
1. Raise the wiper arm and pull out thewiper blade assembly. 2. Install the new blade assembly by
inserting the center part into the slot in
the wiper arm until it clicks into place.
3. Make sure the blade assembly is installed firmly by trying to pulling it
slightly.
4. Place back the wiper arm to the prop- er position.
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Maintenance
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Inner fuse panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
P/WDW LH 25A Power Window Main Switch, Rear Power Window Switch LH
P/WDW RH 25A Power Window Main Switch, Passenger Power Window Switch, Rear Power Window Switch RH FOLD'G 10A Data Link Connector, Power Outside Mirror Switch
HAZARD 15A Hazard Relay, Hazard Switch TAIL LH 10A Rear Combination Lamp LH, Head Lamp LH, License Lamp
TAIL RH 10A Rear Combination Lamp RH, Head Lamp RH, DRL Relay, Rheostat, Head Lamp Leveling Switch,
AUX & USB Jack, Hazard Switch, Instrument Cluster (ILL.), Mood Lamp Switch, Power Window Main
Switch, Audio, ESP Switch, Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Switch, Over Drive Switch, A/C Control
Module, Multifunction Switch (Remocon)
IGN 2 10A BCM, Head Lamp Leveling Switch, Head Lamp Leveling Actuator LH/RH, Electro Chromic Mirror,Sunroof Control Module
RR WIPER 15A Rear Wiper Relay, Rear Wiper Motor, Multifunction Switch (Wiper) S/HTD 20A Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Switch
F/WPR 25A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Front Wiper Relay), Front Wiper Motor, Multifunction Switch (Wiper) AMP 25A AMP
S/ROOF 20A Sunroof Control Module F/FOG 15A Front Fog Lamp Relay
T/GATE 15A Tail Gate Relay R/FOG 10A Rear Fog Lamp Relay
A/CON 10A A/C Control Module, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Head Lamp Relay (High), Blower Relay, Fuel Filter
Heater Relay (Diesel))
H/LP 10A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Head Lamp Relay (Low)) ACC 10A Audio, Mood Lamp Switch, Power Outside Mirror Switch
ACC SOCKET 15A Cigarette Lighter, Front Power Outlet HTD MIRR 10A ECM/PCM (Gasoline), Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror Motor, A/C Control ModuleDR LOCK 20A Door Lock Relay, Door Unlock Relay, Dead Lock Relay

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Engine compartment fuse panel
Description Fuse rating Protected component
BATT 2 50A I/P Junction Box (Relay - Tail Lamp, Fuse - TAIL LH 10A, TAIL RH 10A, S/ROOF 20A, AMP 25A,
DR LOCK 20A, STOP 15A, T/GATE 15A, F/FOG 15A, R/FOG 10A, Power Connector - ROOM 10A,
AUDIO 15A)
BATT 1 50A I/P Junction Box (Relay - Power Window, Fuse - P/WDW LH 25A, P/WDW RH 25A, FOLD'G 10A,HAZARD 15A)
C/FAN 30A C/Fan Relay (High), C/Fan Relay (Low)
MAIN 150A Generator, Fuse [ABS 2 40A, ABS 1 40A, RR HTD 40A, BLW 40A, MDPS 80A, A/CON 10A, DSL 150A (Diesel)]
ABS 2 40A ABS Control Module, ESP Control Module
ABS 1 40A ABS Control Module, ESP Control Module
RR HTD 40A I/P Junction Box (Rear Defogger Relay) BLW 40A Blower Relay
MDPS 80A EPS Control Module DSL 150A Diesel - DSL Fuse & Relay Box (GLOW 80A, PTC 1 50A, PTC 2 50A, PTC 3 50A)
IGN 2 40A Ignition Switch, Start Relay
ECU A 30A Main Relay, ECU B 10A
F/FILTER HTR 30A Diesel - Fuel Filter Heater Relay F/PUMP 20A Gasoline - Fuel Pump RelayIGN 1 40A Ignition Switch
H/LP HI 20A Head Lamp Relay (High)
H/LP LO 20A Head Lamp Relay (Low) HORN 10A Horn Relay
H/LP LO RH 10A Head Lamp RH H/LP LO LH 10A Head Lamp LH, Instrument Cluster (Low Beam IND.)

Maintenance
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LIGHT BULBS
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Use only the bulbs of the specified wattage.
✽✽ NOTICE
After heavy, driving rain or washing, headlight and taillight lenses could
appear frosty. This condition is caused by
the temperature difference between the
lamp inside and outside. This is similar
to the condensation on your windows
inside your vehicle during the rain and
doesn’t indicate a problem with your
vehicle. If the water leaks into the lamp
bulb circuitry, have the vehicle checked
by an authorized KIA dealer.
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Headlight, position light, turn sig-
nal light, front fog light bulbreplacement
(1) Headlight (High/Low)
(2) Position light
(3) Front turn signal light
(4) Front fog light (if equipped)
WARNING - Working on
the lights
Prior to working on the light, firmly
apply the parking brake, ensure
that the ignition switch is turned tothe LOCK position and turn off the
lights to avoid sudden movement
of the vehicle and burning your fin-
gers or receiving an electric shock.
CAUTION
Be sure to replace the burned-out bulb with one of the same wattage rating. Otherwise, it may cause damage to the fuse or electricwiring system.
CAUTION
If you don’t have necessary tools,
the correct bulbs and the expertise,consult an authorized KIA dealer. In many cases, it is difficult to replace
vehicle light bulbs because otherparts of the vehicle must be removed before you can get to the bulb. This is especially true if you
have to remove the headlight assembly to
get to the bulb(s).
Removing/installingthe headlight
assembly can result in damage to the vehicle.OAM079029