KIA SOUL 2015 Features and Functions Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2015, Model line: SOUL, Model: KIA SOUL 2015Pages: 46, PDF Size: 5.49 MB
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Front Seat Headrest Adjustment
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PR ESS
To adjust headrest forward*: Pull headrest forward to one of 
several positions  
To adjust headrest back*: Pull headrest completely forward, 
then release 
To raise headrest: Pull headrest up  
To lower headrest: Press lock, then press the headrest down  
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat*
Move/Press controls to adjust Seat forward/backward, Seat 
Cushion height, Seatback recline or Lumbar forward/backward  
A
AABC
B
C  For easy adjustments, hold a headrest post with one hand while using the other hand to pull the headrest from underneath  
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SeatbackLumbarSeatSeat Cushion
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Folding Rear Seatback
To F o l d :
1  Adjust the Front Seatback in the upright position and/or 
slide the Front Seat forward
2   Insert the rear seat belt strap into the clip located on the 
side panel next to the Seatback 
3   Lower the Rear Headrests to the lowest position 
4  Pull on the Rear Seatback folding lever A, then fold the 
seat towards the front
REMINDER: Always make sure the seat back is locked in place when unfolded  
To U n f o l d :
1  Lift and pull the Seatback backward by pulling on the 
folding lever A  Pull the Seatback firmly until it clicks and is 
locked into place
2   Return the rear seat belt to the proper position
A
  It may be necessary to adjust the front seatbacks to fully lower rear seats   
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REMINDER: Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options 
Smart Key Fob:
A Press to lock All Doors
B  Press to unlock Driver’s Door   Press twice in 4 seconds to  
unlock All Doors
C  Press and hold for more than 1 second to unlock Rear Hatch 
and manually open
REMINDER: The Rear Hatch unlocks when the Smart Key fob is within close proximity of the vehicle  
D  Press and hold more than 1 second for Panic Alarm    
To turn off Alarm, press any button
E  Press to release Mechanical Key  
(Button located on back of Smart Key)
Smart Key*
HOLD
HOLD
Driver’s Door Lock/Unlock button F:
 •Press button once to unlock driver’s door
 •Press again within 4 seconds to unlock all doors
 •Press again to lock all doors
Mechanical Key G:
 •Use to unlock driver’s door
 •Use to turn Child Safety Locks 
For more information on the Mechanical Key, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
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A
B
C
D
E
G
F
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  The Smart Key’s signal can be blocked by the normal operation of a cell or smart phone  To help prevent this, store each device separately   
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Remote Keyless Entry*
 •Turn counterclockwise once to unlock Driver’s Door
 •Turn counterclockwise again within 4 seconds to unlock All Doors
 •Turn clockwise once to Lock All Doors
HOLD
HOLD
A  Press the release button to unfold 
the key
B  Press to Lock All Doors
C  Press to unlock Driver’s Door   
Press twice in 4 seconds to 
unlock All Doors and Rear Hatch
D  Press and hold for more than 1 
second to unlock Rear Hatch and 
manually open
E  Press and hold more than 1 
second for Panic Alarm   To turn 
OFF Alarm, press any button 
REMINDERS: 
 •The Rear Hatch does not automatically open when the D button is pressed
 •The Rear Hatch unlocks when the Smart Key fob is within close proximity of the vehicle
 •Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options
Double-Turn Lock / Unlock All
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A
B
C
D
E
   QR CODEFuel Cap Open Warning 
Indicator
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent Fuel 
Cap Open Warning Indicator  from 
illuminating 
REMINDER: The Fuel Door Release Lever is located on the lower part of the driver’s door sill  
Lock
Unlock
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Map/Room Lamps
Push the lens A to turn the Map Lamp ON/OFF  This light produces a spot beam for 
convenient use as a map lamp or personal lamp for the driver or front passenger  
When the DOOR button B is pressed, the Map Lamp turns ON when any door is opened 
When the ROOM button C is pressed, the Map and Room Lamps turn ON 
Room Lamp
When the Room Lamp button D is pressed, the lamp turns ON 
Automatic turn off function*
The interior lights automatically turn off approximately 30 seconds after the Engine 
System Start /Stop button* is OFF  
ONDOOR
ROOM
ROOMDOOR
OPENCLOSE
Sunvisor
Use the Sunvisor to shield direct light through the 
front or side windows  Slide the Sunvisor out and 
adjust as needed 
REMINDERS: 
 •Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
 •Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility
 •The Sunvisor may impair visibility if not adjusted properly
( Type A )
( Type A )
AA
B
C
D
 • 
 •When doors are unlocked by the Smart Key*, the lamp turns ON for approximately 30 seconds •If your vehicle is equipped with the theft alarm system, the interior lights automatically turn off approximately 3 seconds after the system is in armed stage •Using interior lights for an extended period of time may cause battery discharge 
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Panoramic Sunroof Operation*
The sunroof operation is controlled through a multidirectional switch/lever and the sunshade is controlled thought the OPEN/CLOSE buttons  
The ignition needs to be in the ON position to operate the Sunroof and Sunshade 
Sunroof Open Warning* 
If the Sunroof is not fully closed, the warning will chime and display on the LCD screen* when:
ROOMDOOR
OPEN
CLOSE
 •The ignition is turned off (Smart Key*)
 •The ignition key is removed
 •The driver’s door is opened
Slide the Sunroof:
 •Open: Slide the lever A backward
 •Close: Slide the lever A forward
REMINDER: If closed, the Sunshade will also open when lever is pressed backward 
Tilt the Sunroof:
 •Raise: Push lever A upward
 •Lower: Pull lever A downward
 •Auto Close: Press the CLOSE toggle button B
REMINDER: If closed, the Sunshade will also open when lever is pressed backward 
Slide the Sunshade:
 •Open: Press the OPEN toggle button B
 •Close: Press the CLOSE toggle button B 
REMINDERS: 
 •If open, the Sunroof will also close when the toggle button is pressed
 •Sunshade needs to remain OPEN while Sunroof is open and vehicle is moving
B
A
  To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the sunroof control lever in any direction   
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Rear-Camera Display*
Warning!  Check yo ur sur roun dings for safe\fy
The Rear-Camera Display system is not a safety device   It is a supplemental system that 
displays the view behind the vehicle through the Navigation System* or UVO eServices 
System* screen while the vehicle is in Reverse 
The Rear-Camera Display activates when the:
1  ENGINE START/STOP button* is in the ON position (green light)
2     Gear Shift Lever is in the R (Reverse) position
REMINDER:  While camera is active, only the volume controls on the Audio System can be operated  
The Rear-Camera Display is not a substitute for proper and safe backing-up procedures. The Rear-Camera Display may not display every object behind the vehicle. Always drive safely and use caution when backing up.
(Rear Camera)
(Rear-Camera Display) 
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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)
A
B
C
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   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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A
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Child Safety Locks
Located on the rear edge of the rear passenger doors, 
adjust switch A to the LOCK position to disable the inner 
door handles from opening the rear doors 
REMINDER:  Child Safety Lock is located on rear passenger’s door jamb  
Button is located underneath the Rear Hatch lid  With Rear Hatch unlocked, 
press the Rear Hatch Release button A and pull the Rear Hatch lid up by 
the handle to open 
Rear Hatch Release Button
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 •The Rear Hatch must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Rear Hatch Release Button •The Rear Hatch unlocks automatically and then can be opened manually when the Smart Key* is within close proximity to the vehicle 
A
A
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Seat Belts
To properly fasten your seat belts:
1    Insert the tongue belt plate A into the buckle B until it clicks
2     Position the lap portion of the belt across your lap as LOW ON THE 
HIPS as possible C  Adjust the belt to a SNUG FIT by pulling up on 
the shoulder portion D
Seat Belt Retractor Locks
 •Retractor locks allow lap/shoulder seat belts to remain 
unlocked during normal vehicle operation for freedom of 
movement and increased comfort
 •During a STRONG STOP, SUDDEN TURN OR CERTAIN 
COLLISIONS, seat belt retractors will automatically lock the 
belts to reduce the risk of injury
For more detailed information regarding your vehicle’s seat belts, please refer to your Owner’s Manual and the separate brochure titled “Understanding Your Safety Belt & Supplemental Restraint System.”
PRESS
A
B
D
C  The Seat Belt warning chime operates for driver’s seat only   
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