coolant KIA SOUL 2019 Owner's Manual

831
Maintenance
Check the condition and connections
of all cooling system hoses and
heater hoses. Replace any swollen
or deteriorated hoses.
The coolant level should be filled
between F and L marks on the side
of the coolant reservoir when the
engine is cool.If the coolant level is low, add enough
specified coolant to provide protec-
tion against freezing and corrosion.
Bring the level to F, but do not over-
fill. If frequent additions are required,
see an authorized Kia dealer for a
cooling system inspection.
Recommended engine coolant
When adding coolant, use only
deionized water or soft water for
your vehicle and never mix hard
water in the coolant filled at the fac-
tory. An improper coolant mixture
can result in serious malfunction or
engine damage.
The engine in your vehicle has alu- minum engine parts and must be
protected by an ethylene-glycol
with phosphate based coolant to
prevent corrosion and freezing.
DO NOT USE alcohol or methanol coolant or mix them with the spec-
ified coolant.
Do not use a solution that contains more than 60% antifreeze or less
than 35% antifreeze, which would
reduce the effectiveness of the
solution.
OPS076116
OAM079005
■1.6 T-GDI
■1.6 GDI/2.0 GDI

Maintenance
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For mixture percentage, refer to the
following table.Changing the coolant
Have the coolant changed by an
authorized Kia dealer according to
the Maintenance Schedule at the
beginning of this chapter.
Put a thick cloth around the radiator
cap before refilling the coolant in
order to prevent the coolant from
overflowing into engine parts such as
the alternator.
Ambient
Temperature Mixture Percentage
(volume)
Antifreeze Water
-15°C (5°F)35 65
-25°C (-13°F)4060
-35°C (-31°F)5050
-45°C (-49°F)6040
OPS076117
WARNING
Radiator cap
Do not remove the radiator cap
when the engine and radiator
are hot. Scalding hot coolant
and steam may blow out under
pressure which may result in
serious injury.

835
Maintenance
WASHER FLUID
Checking the washer fluid
level
The reservoir is translucent so that
you can check the level with a quick
visual inspection.Check the fluid level in the washer
fluid reservoir and add fluid if neces-
sary. Plain water may be used if
washer fluid is not available.
However, use washer solvent with
antifreeze characteristics in cold cli-
mates to prevent freezing.
OPS073006
OPS073007
■
Type A
■Type B
WARNING- Flammable
Fluid
Do not allow the washer fluid to
come in contact with open
flames or sparks. The windshield
washer fluid reservoir is flamma-
ble under certain circumstances.
This can result in a fire.
WARNING- Coolant
Do not use radiator coolant or antifreeze in the washer fluid
reservoir.
Radiator coolant can severely obscure visibility when sprayed
on the windshield and may
cause loss of vehicle control.
WARNING- Windshield
fluid
Do not drink the windshield
washer fluid. The windshield
washer fluid is poisonous to
humans and animals.

857
Maintenance
Cold Tire Pressure:The amount of
air pressure in a tire, measured in
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
pascals (kPa) before a tire has built
up heat from driving.
Curb Weight: This means the weight
of a motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, but without passengers and
cargo.
DOT Markings: The DOT code
includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
ignator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand and date of production.
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Front Axle.
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Rear axle. Intended Outboard Sidewall:
The
side of an asymmetrical tire, that
must always face outward when
mounted on a vehicle.
Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for
air pressure.
Light truck (LT) tire: A tire designat-
ed by its manufacturer as primarily
intended for use on lightweight trucks
or multipurpose passenger vehicles.
Load ratings: The maximum load
that a tire is rated to carry for a given
inflation pressure.
Load Index: An assigned number
ranging from 1 to 279 that corre-
sponds to the load carrying capacity
of a tire.
Maximum Inflation Pressure: The
maximum air pressure to which a
cold tire may be inflated. The maxi-
mum air pressure is molded onto the
sidewall.
Maximum Load Rating: The load
rating for a tire at the maximum per-
missible inflation pressure for that tire. Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:
The sum of curb weight; accessory
weight; vehicle capacity weight; and
production options weight.
Normal Occupant Weight:
The
number of occupants a vehicle is
designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg
(150 pounds).
Occupant Distribution: Designated
seating positions.
Outward Facing Sidewall: The side
of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-
ticular side that faces outward when
mounted on a vehicle. The outward
facing sidewall bears white lettering
or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
model name molding that is higher or
deeper than the same moldings on
the inner facing sidewall.
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire
used on passenger cars and some
light duty trucks and multipurpose
vehicles.
Ply: A layer of rubber-coated parallel
cords.

8103
Maintenance
Canister
Fuel vapors generated inside the fuel
tank are absorbed and stored in the
onboard canister. When the engine is
running, the fuel vapors absorbed in
the canister are drawn into the surge
tank through the purge control sole-
noid valve.
Purge Control Solenoid Valve(PCSV)
The purge control solenoid valve is
controlled by the Engine Control
Module (ECM); when the engine
coolant temperature is low during
idling, the PCSV closes so that evap-
orated fuel is not taken into the
engine. After the engine warms up
during ordinary driving, the PCSV
opens to introduce evaporated fuel to
the engine.
3. Exhaust emission control
system
The Exhaust Emission Control
System is a highly effective system
which controls exhaust emissions
while maintaining good vehicle per-
formance.
Vehicle modifications
This vehicle should not be modified.
Modification of your vehicle could
affect its performance, safety or
durability and may even violate gov-
ernmental safety and emissions reg-
ulations.
In addition, damage or performance
problems resulting from any modifi-
cation may not be covered under
warranty.
If you use unauthorized electronic
devices, it may cause the vehicle to
operate abnormally, wire damage,
battery discharge and fire. For your
safety, do not use unauthorized
electronic devices.
Engine exhaust gas precautions
(carbon monoxide)
Carbon monoxide can be present with other exhaust fumes.
Therefore, if you smell exhaust
fumes of any kind inside your vehi-
cle, have it inspected and repaired
immediately. If you ever suspect
exhaust fumes are coming into
your vehicle, drive it only with all
the windows fully open. Have your
vehicle checked and repaired
immediately.
WARNING - Exhaust
Engine exhaust gases contain
carbon monoxide (CO). Though
colorless and odorless, it is
dangerous and could be lethal if
inhaled. Follow the instructions
on this page to avoid CO poi-
soning.

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Specifications & Consumer information
LubricantVolume Classification
Dual clutch transmission
fluid 1.6 L T-GDI1.9
l~ 2.0 l
(2.0 ~ 2.1 US qt.) SAE 70W API GL-4,
HK SYN DCTF 70W,
SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W ECTF, GS DCTF HD 70W
Coolant 1.6 L GDI
M/T
5.1
l(5.39 US qt.)
Mixture of antifreeze and distilled water
(Ethylene-glycol with phosphate based coolant for cooling device)
A/T5.0 l(5.29 US qt.)
1.6 L T-GDIDCT6.0 l(6.34 US qt.)
2.0 L GDIA/T5.0 l(5.29 US qt.)
Brake/Clutch fluid 0.7~0.8
l
(0.7 ~ 0.8 US qt.) FMVSS116 DOT-3 or DOT-4
Fuel 54
l(14.26 US gal.)
Refer to “Fuel requirements” in chapter 1

Index
4I
Defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
104Rear window defroster . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-104
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-20\
Door locks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
17 Auto door lock/unlock feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Child-protector rear door lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-21
Impact sensing door unlock system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Operating door locks from inside the vehicle . . . . . 4-18
Operating door locks from outside the vehicle . . . . 4-17
Speed sensing door lock system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-20
Drive mode integrated control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-86
Dual Clutch Transmission (DCT). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26 Dual clutch transmission operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-26
Good driving practices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-35
Economical operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-101
Emergency starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5 Jump starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-5
Push-starting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-7
Emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-102 Crankcase emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-102
Evaporative emission control (including ORVR:Onboard Refueling Vapor Recovery) system. . . . 8-102
Exhaust emission control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-103
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 9-3
Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-6 Engine compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-3
Engine coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
Changing the coolant . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-32
Checking the coolant level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-30
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
Engine oil . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-\
28 Changing the engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-29
Checking the engine oil level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-28
Engine start/stop button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9 Engine start/stop button position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Illuminated engine start/stop button. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Starting the engine with a smart key . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11
Explanation of scheduled maintenance items . . . . . . . 8-22
Exterior features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-150 Mounting bracket for roof carrier . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-151
Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-150
Exterior overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33 Closing the fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Opening the fuel filler lid. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-33
Fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3 Do not use methanol . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-5
Fuel Additives . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-6
Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol . . . . . . . . 1-3
F
E

Vehicle weight glossary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118Base curb weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118
Cargo weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118
GAW (Gross Axle Weight). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118
GAWR (Gross Axle Weight Rating) . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118
GVW (Gross Vehicle Weight) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating) . . . . . . . . . 6-118
Vehicle curb weight . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-118
Warning and indicator lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-77 Indicator lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-85
Warning lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-77
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-35 Checking the washer fluid level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-35
Windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
4-26 Power windows . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-27
Windshield defrosting and defogging. . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-131 Automatic climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-132
Defogging logic . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
Manual climate control system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-131
Winter driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-109 Carry emergency equipment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-111
Change to "winter weight" oil if necessary . . . . . . 6-110
Check battery and cables . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-110
Check spark plugs and ignition system . . . . . . . . . 6-110
Don’t let your parking brake freeze . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-111 Don't let ice and snow accumulate underneath . . . 6-111
Snowy or icy conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-109
To keep locks from freezing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-110
Use approved window washer anti-freeze in
system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-11\
0
Use high quality ethylene glycol coolant. . . . . . . . 6-110
Wiper blades . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40 Blade inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40
Blade replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-40
Wipers and washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-96 Rear window wiper and washer switch . . . . . . . . . . 4-98
Windshield washers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-97
Windshield wipers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-96
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