KIA SOUL 2019 Features and Functions Guide
Manufacturer: KIA, Model Year: 2019, Model line: SOUL, Model: KIA SOUL 2019Pages: 46, PDF Size: 5.04 MB
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29ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS  *IF EQUIPPED 
CENTER PANEL
A
DC
B
E
Manual Gear Shift*
Starting the Engine
1   Pull up to apply Parking Brake A   
2   Fully depress Clutch and Brake Pedals to floor B
3   Shift into Neutral C  
4  Turn Ignition to START
Shifting into Reverse
1  Fully depress Clutch and Brake Pedals to 
floor B   
2   Shift into Neutral C  
3   Pull up on Shift Lever Ring D  
4  Shift into Reverse E 
  When shifting into gears 1-6, the Shift Lever can be moved without pulling the Shift Lever Ring  
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SEATING
*IF EQUIPPED                     †LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER
( Type A; Button located on Center Panel) 
Warming ( Yellow LED) 
( Type B; Button located on Center Panel) 
Ventilating (Blue LED)
A
BC
B
Seatback
C
Lumbar
AA
SeatSeat Cushion
Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats*
Seat Warmers – Press top of button once for high 
setting (3 LEDs lit)  Press button twice for medium 
setting (2 LEDs lit)   Press a third time for low setting 
(1 LED lit) and again to turn OFF  
Ventilated Seats – Press bottom of button once for high setting (3 LEDs lit)   Press 
twice for medium setting (2 LEDs lit)  Press a third time for low setting (1 LED lit) 
and again to turn OFF 
 • 
 •System is OFF by default   To turn system ON, press the seat warmer switch
 •With the seat warmer switch in the ON position, the heating system in the seat turns off or on automatically depending on the seat temperature
QUICK TIPS
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat*†1 6
Move/Press controls to adjust Seat forward/
backward, Seat Cushion height, Seatback 
recline or Lumbar forward/backward  
  Heated Seats 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.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos 
QR CODE
Press button once for high setting (2 LEDs lit)   Press 
button twice for low setting (1 LED lit)  Press again 
to turn OFF 
Seat Warmers*†1 8
REMINDER: Use extreme caution when using the seat warmers to avoid burns   Refer to the Owner’s Manual for more information  
REMINDER:  Do not attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving  This could result in loss of control of the vehicle   
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SEATING
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AB
C
. 
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• When adjusting seat forward or backwards, ensure seat clicks or locks into place before driving the vehicle
 
• For easy adjustments, hold a headrest post with one hand while using the other hand to pull the headrest from underneath  
QUICK TIPS 
  For easy adjustments, hold a headrest post with one hand while using the other hand to pull the headrest from underneath 
QUICK TIP
To raise headrest: Pull headrest up 
To lower headrest: Press lock release, then press the headrest down  
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment†9
Pull lever A to slide Seat forward/backward  
Pull lever B up several times to raise Seat Height
Push lever B down several times to lower Seat Height
Pull lever C to adjust Seatback Recline 
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat*†1 6
REMINDERS: 
•  The headrest only moves up and down as described above   It does not adjust forward or backward 
•  Do not operate the vehicle with the headrests removed  Headrests can provide critical neck and head support in an accident 
REMINDER: Do not attempt to adjust the seat while the vehicle is moving   This could result in loss of control of the vehicle  
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SOUL  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE32*IF EQUIPPED 
SEATING
A
Folding Rear Seatback
To F o l d :
1  Adjust the Front Seatback to the upright position and/or 
slide the Front Seat forward
2   Insert the rear seat belt buckle into the pocket* between 
the Rear Seatback and Seat Cushion   Insert the rear seat 
belt strap into the guide 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 Seatback 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
It may be necessary to remove the headrests and/or adjust the frontseatbacks to fully lower rear seats
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
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A
B
C
D
E
G
F
Smart Key Fob:
A  Press to lock All Doors; Press twice within 2 seconds to sound the horn
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 Liftgate   Then lift by 
the handle to manually open Liftgate 
REMINDER: The Liftgate unlocks when the Smart Key fob is within close proximity of the  rear liftgate 
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)
REMINDER: If the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly, hold the Smart Key fob up to the Engine Start /Stop button (Lock button side closest) and press to start engine
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 lock /unlock driver’s door (only)
 •Use to turn Child-Protector Rear Door Lock 
REMINDER: Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options  
For more information on the Mechanical Key, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
• 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 
• If the Smart Key battery is weak or not working properly, hold the Smart Key fob up to the Engine Start /Stop button (Lock button side closest) and press to start engine
QUICK TIPS
To view videos on your mobile device, snap these QR Codes or visit the listed website  Refer to page 2 for more information  
Engine Start/Stop Button & Smart Key Video
Kia Key Fob Video
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODESmart Key*†8 
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SOUL  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE34*IF EQUIPPED 
OTHER KEY FEATURES
A
B
C
D
E
Lock
Unlock
( Type B; Driver’s door only) 
To view videos on your mobile device, snap these QR Codes or visit the listed website  Refer to page 2 for more information  
One-Click Fuel Cap Video
Kia Key Fob Video
www.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODE
(Lever located on the driver’s floor near door sill)
F
Fuel Door Release Lever 
Lift the F lever upwards to release 
the fuel door 
Remote Keyless Entry (Folding Key)*
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 Liftgate
D  Press and hold for more than 1 
second to unlock Liftgate and 
manually open
E  Press and hold more than 1 
second for Panic Alarm   To turn 
OFF Alarm, press any button 
REMINDERS: 
 •The Liftgate does not automatically open when the button D is pressed
 • 
The Liftgate unlocks when the Smart Key fob is within close proximity of the rear liftgate
 •Remote button configuration may vary depending on vehicle options
Double-Turn Lock / Unlock All
 •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
Fuel Cap Open Warning 
Indicator*
Tighten for ONE CLICK to prevent Fuel 
Cap Open Warning Indicator   or   
from illuminating 
REMINDERS: 
 • 
The Fuel Door Release Lever is located on the  lower part of the driver’s door sill
 • 
It is normal operation when tightening to hear  one click and then when Fuel Cap is released,  it clicks back  
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
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ON
( Type A )
( Type A )
AA
B
C
D
REMINDERS: 
 •Sunvisor may not shield all direct light
 • 
The Sunvisor may impair visibility if not adjusted properly  Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility
 • 
Be aware of seating position when adjusting or swinging Sunvisor around to or from the front or side windows 
 •Do not operate the vehicle if Sunvisor is impairing your visibility
Use the Sunvisor to shield direct light through the 
front or side windows  Slide the Sunvisor out and 
adjust as needed 
Sunvisor†2 2
 • 
 •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
QUICK TIPS
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  
Map/Room Lamps 
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SOUL  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE36*IF EQUIPPED 
OTHER KEY FEATURES
A
B
For illustration purposes only. Display may vary
  Sunroof Operation 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.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
QR CODE
Do not adjust the sunroof or sunshade while driving. This could result in loss of control of the vehicle. 
Sunroof Open Warning* 
If the Sunroof is not fully closed, the warning will chime and display on the LCD screen* B when:
 •The ignition is turned off (Smart Key*)
 •The ignition key is removed
 •The driver’s door is opened
  To stop the Sunroof/Sunshade at any position, push or pull the sunroof control lever in any direction (one detent)  
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To slide the Sunshade and Sunroof: 
 •Open automatically: Slide the lever A backward to the farthest 
position (second detent)
 •Close automatically: Slide the lever A forward to the farthest 
position (second detent)
Tilt the Sunroof:
 •Raise: Push lever A upward
 •Lower: Push lever A forward
 •Auto Close: Slide the lever A forward
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
The sunroof and sunshade operation is controlled through a multi-directional button/lever A  
The ignition needs to be in the ON position to operate the Sunroof and Sunshade  
Panoramic Sunroof Operation with Power Sunshade* 
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OTHER KEY FEATURES
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(Rear Camera)
(Rear-Camera Display) 
P
R
N
DSHIFTL OCK
RELEASE
Rear-Camera Display*†6
The Rear-Camera Display is a supplemental system that displays the view behind 
the vehicle through the Standard Audio System*, UVO eServices* and the UVO 
eServices with Premium Navigation* screens 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
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.
REMINDER: Always drive carefully and use caution when backing up    
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SOUL  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE38*IF EQUIPPED 
OTHER KEY FEATURES
A
  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.youtube.com/KiaFeatureVideos
D
C
QR CODE
B
Hood Release Lever and Latch
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
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood by pressing the front center of the Hood   Then, press 
down to securely lock in place 
REMINDERS:
• While lowering and closing, keep hands away from under the Hood
•  Open the Hood only after turning the engine off, on a flat surface, with the gear shift in  P (Park) position and setting the parking brake  
Tire Mobility Kit
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  
C Sealant Bottle
D Compressor 
 •
 •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
QUICK TIPSREMINDERS:
 • 
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  a maximum speed of 50 mph for no longer than a maximum distance of 120 miles