stop start KIA Soul 2013 1.G Owner's Guide

Driving your vehicle
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When you drive on a road having
poor traction, such as an icy road,
and have operated your brakes
continuously, the ABS will be active
continuously and the ABS warning
light may illuminate. Pull your car
over to a safe place and stop the
engine.
Restart the engine. If the ABS warning light goes off, then your
ABS is normal. Otherwise, you
may have a problem with the ABS.
Contact an authorized Kia dealer
as soon as possible.
✽ ✽ NOTICE
When you jump start your vehicle
because of a drained battery, the
engine may not run as smoothly and
the ABS warning light may turn on
at the same time. This happens
because of low battery voltage. It
does not mean your ABS has mal-
functioned.
• Do not pump your brakes!
• Have the battery recharged before
driving the vehicle.
Electronic stability control
(ESC)
The Electronic Stability control (ESC)
system is designed to stabilize the
vehicle during cornering maneuvers.
ESC checks where you are steering
and where the vehicle is actually
going. ESC applies the brakes on
individual wheels and intervenes with
the engine management system to
stabilize the vehicle. Electronic stability control (ESC) will
not prevent accidents. Excessive
speed in turns, abrupt maneuvers
and hydroplaning on wet surfaces
can still result in serious accidents.
Only a safe and attentive driver can
prevent accidents by avoiding
maneuvers that cause the vehicle to
lose traction. Even with ESC
installed, always follow all the normal
precautions for driving - including
driving at safe speeds for the condi-
tions.
The Electronic Stability Control
(ESC) system is an electronic system
designed to help the driver maintain
vehicle control under adverse
conditions. It is not a substitute for
safe driving practices. Factors
including speed, road conditions and
driver steering input can all affect
whether ESC will be effective in
preventing a loss of control. It is still
your responsibility to drive and corner
at reasonable speeds and to leave a
sufficient margin of safety.
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Driving your vehicle
ESC OFF usage
When driving
It’s a good idea to keep the ESCturned on for daily driving whenev-
er possible.
To turn ESC off while driving, press the ESC OFF button while driving
on a flat road surface.
Hill-start assist control (HAC)
(if equipped)
Hill start Assist Control is a comfort
function. The main intend is to pre-
vent the vehicle from rolling back-
wards while driving off uphill on an
inclined surface. HAC holds the brak-
ing pressure builtup by driver during
stopping procedure for 2 seconds
after releasing brake pedal.
During the pressure-hold period, the
driver has enough time to press the
accelerator pedal to drive off.
The braking pressure is reduced as
soon as the system detects the dri-
ver’s intention to drive off. The HAC does not operate when
the transaxle shift lever is in the P
(Park) or N (Neutral) position.
The HAC activates even though the ESC is off but it does not acti-
vate when the ESC has malfunc-
tioned.
WARNING - OperatingESC
Never press the ESC OFF but-
ton while ESC is operating (ESC
indicator light blinks).
If ESC is turned off while ESC is
operating, the vehicle may slip
out of control.
WARNING - Rollingbackward
Drivers should pay close atten-
tion when activating the HAC.
The vehicle may roll backward
causing an accident due to
insufficient brake hold pres-
sure.

Driving your vehicle
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Your vehicle's fuel economy depends
mainly on your style of driving, where
you drive and when you drive.
Each of these factors affects how
many miles (kilometers) you can get
from a gallon (liter) of fuel. To operate
your vehicle as economically as pos-
sible, use the following driving sug-
gestions to help save money in both
fuel and repairs:
Drive smoothly. Accelerate at a
moderate rate. Don't make "jack-
rabbit" starts or full-throttle shifts
and maintain a steady cruising
speed. Don't race between stop-
lights. Try to adjust your speed to
the traffic so you don't have to
change speeds unnecessarily.
Avoid heavy traffic whenever pos-
sible. Always maintain a safe dis-
tance from other vehicles so you
can avoid unnecessary braking.
This also reduces brake wear. Drive at a moderate speed. The
faster you drive the more fuel your
vehicle uses. Driving at a moderate
speed, in the highest gear appro-
priate for the conditions, especially
on the highway, is one of the most
effective ways to reduce fuel con-
sumption.
Don't "ride" the brake pedal. This can increase fuel consumption and
also increase wear on these com-
ponents. In addition, driving with
your foot resting on the brake pedal
may cause the brakes to overheat,
which reduces their effectiveness
and may lead to more serious con-
sequences.
Take care of your tires. Keep them inflated to the recommended pres-
sure. Incorrect inflation, either too
much or too little, results in unnec-
essary tire wear. Check the tire
pressures at least once a month. Be sure that the wheels are
aligned correctly. Improper align-
ment can result from hitting curbs
or driving too fast over irregular
surfaces. Poor alignment causes
faster tire wear and may also result
in other problems as well as
greater fuel consumption.
Keep your vehicle in good condi- tion. For better fuel economy and
reduced maintenance costs, main-
tain your vehicle in accordance
with the maintenance schedule in
section 7. If you drive your vehicle
in severe conditions, more frequent
maintenance is required (see sec-
tion 7 for details).
Keep your vehicle clean. For maxi- mum service, your vehicle should
be kept clean and free of corrosive
materials. It is especially important
that mud, dirt, ice, etc. not be
allowed to accumulate on the
underside of the vehicle. This extra
weight can result in increased fuel
consumption and also contribute to
corrosion.
Travel lightly. Don't carry unneces- sary weight in your vehicle. Weight
reduces fuel economy.
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What to do in an emergency
IN CASE OF AN EMERGENCY WHILE DRIVING
If the engine stalls at a cross-
road or crossing
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or
crossing, set the shift lever in the N
(Neutral) position and then push the
vehicle to a safe place.
If you have a flat tire while
driving
If a tire goes flat while you are driv-
ing:
1.Take your foot off the acceleratorpedal and let the vehicle slow
down while driving straight ahead.
Do not apply the brakes immedi-
ately or attempt to pull off the road
as this may cause a loss of control.
When the vehicle has slowed to
such a speed that it is safe to do
so, brake carefully and pull off the
road. Drive off the road as far as
possible and park on a firm level
ground. If you are on a divided
highway, do not park in the median
area between the two traffic lanes. 2.When the vehicle is stopped, turn
on your emergency hazard flash-
ers, set the parking brake and put
the transaxle in P (Park, automatic
transaxle) or reverse (manual
transaxle).
3.Have all passengers get out of the vehicle. Be sure they all get out on
the side of the car that is away from
traffic.
4.When changing a flat tire, follow the instruction provided later in this
section.
If the engine stalls while driv-
ing
1. Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line. Move cau-
tiously off the road to a safe place.
2. Turn on your emergency flashers.
3. Try to start the engine again. If your vehicle will not start, contact
an authorized Kia dealer or seek
other qualified assistance.

What to do in an emergency
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TIRE PRESSURE MONITORING SYSTEM (TPMS) (IF EQUIPPED)
Low tire pressure telltale /
TPMS malfunction indicator
Each tire, including the spare (if pro-
vided), should be checked monthly
when cold and inflated to the inflation
pressure recommended by the vehi-
cle manufacturer on the vehicle plac-
ard or tire inflation pressure label. (If
your vehicle has tires of a different
size than the size indicated on the
vehicle placard or tire inflation pres-
sure label, you should determine the
proper tire inflation pressure for
those tires.)As an added safety feature, your
vehicle has been equipped with a tire
pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
that illuminates a low tire pressure
telltale when one or more of your
tires is significantly under-inflated.
Accordingly, when the low tire pres-
sure telltale illuminates, you should
stop and check your tires as soon as
possible, and inflate them to the
proper pressure. Driving on a signifi-
cantly under-inflated tire causes the
tire to overheat and can lead to tire
failure. Under-inflation also reduces
fuel efficiency and tire tread life, and
may affect the vehicle’s handling and
stopping ability.
Please note that the TPMS is not a
substitute for proper tire mainte-
nance, and it is the driver’s responsi-
bility to maintain correct tire pres-
sure, even if under-inflation has not
reached the level to trigger illumina-
tion of the TPMS low tire pressure
telltale.
Your vehicle has also been equipped
with a TPMS malfunction indicator to
indicate when the system is not
operating properly. The TPMS mal-
function indicator is combined with
the low tire pressure telltale. When
the system detects a malfunction,
the telltale will flash for approximate-
ly one minute and then remain con-
tinuously illuminated. This sequence
will continue upon subsequent vehi-
cle start-ups as long as the malfunc-
tion exists. When the malfunction
indicator is illuminated, the system
may not be able to detect or signal
low tire pressure as intended. TPMS
malfunctions may occur for a variety
of reasons, including the installation
of replacement or alternate tires or
wheels on the vehicle that prevent
the TPMS from functioning properly.
Always check the TPMS malfunction
telltale after replacing one or more
tires or wheels on your vehicle to
ensure that the replacement or alter-
nate tires and wheels allow the
TPMS to continue to function proper-
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What to do in an emergency
If the TPMS, Low Tire Pressure indi-
cator do not illuminate for 3 seconds
when the ignition switch is turned to
the ON position or engine is running,
or if they remain illuminated after
coming on for approximately 3 sec-
onds, take your car to your nearest
authorized Kia dealer and have the
system checked.Low tire pressure tell-
tale
When the tire pressure monitoring
system warning indicators are illumi-
nated, one or more of your tires is
significantly under-inflated.
If the telltale illuminates, immediately
reduce your speed, avoid hard cor-
nering and anticipate increased stop-
ping distances. You should stop and
check your tires as soon as possible.
Inflate the tires to the proper pres-
sure as indicated on the vehicle’s
placard or tire inflation pressure label
located on the driver’s side center pil-
lar outer panel. If you cannot reach a
service station or if the tire cannot
hold the newly added air, replace the
low pressure tire with the spare tire.Then the TPMS malfunction indicator
and the Low Tire Pressure telltale
may turn on and illuminate after
restarting and about 20 minutes of
continuous driving before you have
the low pressure tire repaired and
replaced on the vehicle.
In winter or cold weather, the low tire
pressure telltale may be illuminated if
the tire pressure was adjusted to the
recommended tire inflation pressure
in warm weather. It does not mean
your TPMS is malfunctioning
because the decreased temperature
leads to a proportional lowering of
tire pressure.
When you drive your vehicle from a
warm area to a cold area or from a
cold area to a warm area, or the out-
side temperature is greatly higher or
lower, you should check the tire infla-
tion pressure and adjust the tires to
the recommended tire inflation pres-
sure.

What to do in an emergency
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Using the Tire Mobility Kit
1. Detach the speed restriction label
(0) from the sealant bottle (1), and
place it in a highly visible place
inside the vehicle such as on the
steering wheel to remind the driv-
er not to drive too fast.
2. Screw connection hose (9) onto the connector of the sealant bottle.
3. Ensure that screw cap (8) is closed.
4. Unscrew the valve cap from the valve of the defective wheel and
screw filling hose (2) of the sealant
bottle onto the valve.
5. Insert the sealant bottle into the housing (4) of the compressor so
that the bottle is upright. 6. Ensure that the compressor is
switched off, position 0.
7. Plug the compressor power cord into the vehicle power outlet.
8. With the engine start/stop button position on or ignition switch posi-
tion on, switch on the compressor
and let it run for approximately 5~7
minutes to fill the sealant up to
proper pressure. (refer to the Tire
and Wheels, chapter 8). The infla-
tion pressure of the tire after filling
is unimportant and will be
checked/corrected later.
Be careful not to overinflate the tire
and stay away from the tire when
filling it. 9. Switch off the compressor.
10. Detach the hoses from the
sealant bottle connector and
from the tire valve.
Return the Tire Mobility Kit to its stor-
age location in the vehicle.
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CAUTION - Tire pressure
Do not attempt to drive your vehicle if the tire pressure isbelow 200kpa (29 PSI). Thiscould result in an accident dueto sudden tire failure.
WARNING - Carbon monoxide
Do not leave your vehicle run-
ning in a poorly ventilated area
for extended periods of time.
Carbon monoxide poisoning
and suffocation can occur.

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Maintenance
Description Fuse ratingProtected 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
PDM 2 10A PDM,Start/Stop Button Switch, Fob Holder
HAZARD 15A Hazard Relay, Hazard Switch, One Touch Flasher Unit
TAIL LP LH 10A Rear Combination Lamp LH, Head Lamp LH, License Lamp
TAIL LP RH 10ARear Combination Lamp RH, Head Lamp RH, Audio, Passenger Power Window Switch, Rheostat,
Power Window Main Switch, Hazard Switch, Instrument Cluster, Mood Lamp Switch,
AUX & USB Jack, ESC Switch, A/C Control Module, Multifunction Switch,
Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Switch, ATM Shift Lever Indicator, Glove Box Lamp,
A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Telltale Lamp, ISG Switch, Active ECO Switch,
/V & Navigation Touch, AUX Jack
IG 2 10A BCM, Sunroof Motor
WIPER RR 15A Rear Wiper Relay, Rear Wiper Motor, Multifunction Switch (Wiper)
WIPER FRT 25A E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Wiper Relay), Front Wiper Motor, Multifunction Switch (Wiper)
AMP 25A AMP, ISG Low DC - DC Converter (AMP)
SUNROOF 20A Sunroof Motor
(FOG LP FRT) 15A Front Fog Lamp Relay
T/GATE OPEN 15A Tail Gate Relay, Data Link Connector, DRL Relay
(FOG LP RR) 10A -
A/CON 10AA/C Control Module, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (H/LP HI Relay, Blower Relay), Active Incar Sensor,
A/V & Navigation Touch
PDM 1 10A PDM
ACC 10AAudio, Mood Lamp Module, Power Outside Mirror Switch, Smart Key Control Module, PDM,
ATM Key Lock Control Module, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, BCM, AMP, A/V & Navigation Touch,
ISG Low DC - DC Converter (Audio/AMP)
C/LIGHTER 20A Cigarette Lighter, Rear Power Outlet

Maintenance
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Description Fuse rating Protected component
HTD MIRR 10A ECM/PCM, Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, A/C Control Module, A/V & Navigation Touch
DR LOCK 20A Door Lock Relay, Door Unlock Relay, 2 Turn Lock Relay
STOP LP 15AStop Lamp Switch, Multipurpose Check Connector, HAC Relay, Stop Lamp Relay,
Sport Mode Switch, Key Solenoid
TCU 10AVehicle Speed Sensor (M/T), ATM Shift Lever Indicator, ATM Key Lock Control Module,
Transaxle Range Switch
ABS 10A ESC Module, ESC Switch, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Multipurpose Check Connector)
IG 1 10ATire Pressure Monitoring Module, ISG Low DC - DC Converter (Audio/AMP),
Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Switch, Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer, ISG Switch,
Electro Chromic Mirror, Oil Pump Invertor, Stop Lamp Switch, HAC Relay
P/OUTLET FRT 15A Front Power Outlet
A/BAG 15A SRS Control Module, Weight Classification Module, Telltale Lamp
IGN COIL 15A G4FD : Condenser, Ignition Coil #1 ~ #4
T/SIG 10A Hazard Switch, Multifunction Switch (Light)
CLUSTER 10A BCM, Instrument Cluster (IND.), A/C Control Module, Smart Key Control Module, PDM
ECU 10A ECM, PCM
START 10AE/R Fuse & Relay Box (Start Relay), PDM, Transaxle Range Switch, Ignition Lock Switch,
PCM/ECM
B/UP LP 10A Back-up Lamp Switch (M/T)
A/BAG IND 10A Instrument Cluster (Air Bag IND.)
POWER
CONNECTOR MODULE 15A
Audio, RF Receiver, A/V & Navigation Touch, ISG Low DC - DC Converter (Audio),
A/V & Navigation Head Unit
ROOM LP 10A BCM, Instrument Cluster (IND.), A/C Control Module, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module,
Center Room Lamp, Luggage Lamp,
Overhead Console Assembly (Map Lamp), Ignition Key ILL. & Door Warning Switch,
Vanity Lamp LH/RH

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Engine 1.6
Description Fuse rating Protected component
MULTI FUSE B+ 1
50AI/P Junction Box (Power Window Relay, Fuse - P/WDW LH 25A, P/WDW RH 25A, PDM 2 10A,
HAZARD 15A)
INVERTER 50A Oil Pump Invertor
ALT 125AAlternator, Fuse (ABS 2 40A, ABS 1 40A, RR HTD 40A, BLOWER1 40A, MDPS 80A,
A/CON 10A)
ABS 1 40A ESC Module
ABS 2 40A ESC Module
RR HTD 40A I/P Junction Box (Rear Defogger Relay)
BLOWER 1 40A Blower Relay
MDPS 1 80A EPS Control Module
FUSE IG 2
40A Ignition Switch, PDM Relay Box(IG 1 Realy), Start Relay
IG 1 40A Ignition Switch, PDM Relay Box(IG 2 Realy)
ECU 1 30A Engine Control Relay
H/LP 20A H/LP Relay
C/FAN 30A C/Fan HI Relay, C/Fan Low Relay
B+2 50AI/P Junction Box (Tail Lamp Relay, Fuse - TAIL LP LH 10A, TAIL LP RH 10A, SUNROOF 20A,
AMP 25A, DR LOCK 20A, STOP LP 15A, T/GATE OPEN 15A, (FOG LP FRT) 15A,
Power Connector - ROOM LP 10A, MODULE 15A)
F/PUMP 15A F/Pump Relay
PDM 25A PDM, Smart Key Control Module
SEAT HEATER 20A Driver Seat Warmer, Passenger Seat Warmer
ECU 2 15A PCM/ECM
H/LP HI 20A H/LP HI Relay
HORN 10A Horn Relay