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REMINDER: Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations
See your Owner’s Manual for more details
Indicators & Warning Lights
Seat Belt Warning Light
Electronic Brake-Force Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) Warning Light
Active ECO Indicator*
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Electronic Power Steering Warning Light
Tailgate Open Warning Light
Charging System Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light
Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light)
Immobilizer Indicator Light*
Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Malfunction Indicator
Engine Coolant Temperature Warning Light
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) Indicator
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) OFF Indicator*
High Beam Indicator
Tail Light Indicator*
Front Fog Light Indicator*
Cruise ON/OFF Indicator*
Cruise SET Indicator*
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Airbag Warning Light
Auto Stop (ISG System) Indicator
Fuel Cap Open Warning Indicator (In cluster type B displays in LCD)
(Type B cluster)
For more information on the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to the Owner’s Manual
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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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
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OFFMUSIC
MOOD
AOFF
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
AOFF
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
A
B
QR CODE
(Buttons located on left side of Driver’s Panel)
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during cornering
maneuvers It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON for daily driving
whenever possible
Press ESC button A to turn ESC OFF/ON
REMINDERS:
•ESC is turned ON at vehicle start-up
• The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever the ESC is active
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
HAC helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when accelerating from
a stop while on a steep incline The HAC automatically activates whether the
ESC is OFF or ON, but does NOT activate when the ESC has malfunctioned
REMINDER: The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
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•HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backwards •When HAC is active (e g , accelerating from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator
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AOFF
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MOOD
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OFFMUSIC
MOOD
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MOOD
AOFF
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
A
(Buttons located on left side of Driver’s Panel)
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DRIVER'S PANEL
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Engine Start/Stop Button*
To start the engine:
1 Depress the brake pedal
2 Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while gear shift is in P (Park)
To turn the engine OFF – Press the ENGINE START/STOP button again
To use the ENGINE START/STOP button, you must have the Smart Key fob on your person
or inside the vehicle
REMINDERS:
• In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds
• If the Smart Key fob battery is dead, hold the fob up against the Engine Start /Stop button
Engine Start/Stop Button & Smart Key Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website
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To use electrical accessories: ACC position • When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once (amber light A)
On position • When already in the ACC position (amber light A) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again (reddish-orange light B)
• When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (reddish-orange light B)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position without driving may discharge the vehicle’s battery.
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Cruise Control*Audio Controls
A Audio MODE button: Press to cycle through FM/AM/Sirius®/Media (USB,
iPod®, Aux, BT Audio, My Music) modes
B Seek/Preset buttons
Radio Mode: Press to advance through Preset Stations Press and hold to
Auto Seek
Media Mode: Press to move track up/down Press & hold to fast forward/
rewind
C Volume buttons: Press VOL+ / VOL- to raise/lower volume
D CRUISE Control On/Off button: Press to turn the Cruise Control on/off
E Resume Cruising Speed button: Press to resume or increase
Cruising Speed
F SET Cruising Speed button: Press to set or decrease Cruising Speed
G Cruise Control CANCEL button: To cancel Cruise Control, do one of the
following:
•Press the brake pedal
•Press the CANCEL button G
For further audio system operations, refer to pages 20-22.Driving while distracted is dangerous and should be avoided. Drivers should remain attentive to driving and always exercise caution when using the steering-wheel-mounted controls while driving
REMINDER: Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations See your Owner’s Manual for more details
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CRUISE
RES
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•Cruise Control is designed to function above 25 mph •The Cruise Control system will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after ignition ON or engine starting
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Pressing the Audio MODE button for more than 1 second will turn Audio Mode ON/OFF
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
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Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting*
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
[+]: Sport Mode Upshift
[–]: Sport Mode Downshift
Sport Mode: To enter Sport Mode, move
shift lever from KIA SOUL 2015 Features and Functions Guide 26
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting*
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
[+]: Sport Mode Upshift
[–]: Sport Mode Downshift
Sport Mode: To enter Sport Mode, move
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Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting*
P: Park
R: Reverse
N: Neutral
D: Drive
[+]: Sport Mode Upshift
[–]: Sport Mode Downshift
Sport Mode: To enter Sport Mode, move
shift lever from D to left gate
Sport Mode Shifting: Move shift lever up
[+] to Upshift or down [–] to Downshift
P
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SHIFTLOCK
RELEASE
Sportmatic® Shifting Video To view a video on your mobile device, snap this QR Code or visit the listed website
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QR CODE
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•Press brake pedal and depress release button to move gear shift from N to P, N to R or from P to any gear •Sport Mode downshifts are made automatically when the vehicle slows down When the vehicle stops, 1st gear is automatically selected
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When shifting into gears 1-6, the Shift Lever can be moved without pulling the Shift Lever Ring
Manual Gear Shift*
Starting the Engine
1 Pull up to apply Parking Brake A
2 Depress Clutch fully B
3 Shift into Neutral C
4 Turn Ignition to START
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Shifting into Reverse
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Depress Clutch fully B
2 Shift into Neutral C
3 Pull up on Shift Lever Ring D
4 Shift into Reverse E
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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.
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