light KIA SOUL EV 2015 Features and Functions Guide
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25ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED 
CENTER PANEL 
Power Button
To start the vehicle: 
1.  Turn off all electrical devices
2.  Depress the brake pedal 
3.  Press the POWER button while gear shift is in P (Park) 
 
When Ready Indicator Light 
 is ON, the vehicle can be driven. 
To turn the power off, press the POWER button again, and ensure the gear 
shift is in (P) Park.
To use the POWER button, you must have the Smart Key fob on your person 
or inside the vehicle.
P
POWER 
 
 
To use electrical accessories:  
  Accessory position  
  •  When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the POWER button once (Amber light 
B)
  On position  
  •  When already in the ACC position ( Amber light 
B) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the POWER button again (Reddish-orange light C)
  •  When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the POWER button twice ( Reddish-orange light 
C)
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position without driving may discharge the vehicle’s battery.  
REMINDERS: 
 
When the Ready Indicator Light is illuminated, the vehicle can be operated
 
Do not operate the vehicle if the Ready Indicator Light is not illuminated
 
 In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the vehicle off by 
pressing the Power button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times within 3 seconds
 
If Smart Key fob battery is dead, hold the fob up against the POWER button
 
 
EV Power Button and 
Smart Key Video   
  
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information .
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SOUL EV  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE28*IF EQUIPPED 
CENTER PANEL 
REMINDERS:
•   As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
•   If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an  authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•  The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
•   A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these  conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly
Electric Parking Brake \fEPB)*
The Electric Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric motor to engage the 
parking brake .
Applying the Parking Brake 
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch 
A. Ensure that the indicator light 
 is illuminated on the instrument cluster.
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the shifter is placed in Reverse or Drive.
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal, then press the EPB switch 
A, with 
the ignition switch in the ON position. Ensure that the indicator light 
 is OFF.
 
 
When leaving your keys with parking lot attendants or valet, make sure to inform them 
how to operate the EPB
 
If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a 
 rmer EPB application  
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ECOOFFECOOFF
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A
(Located below Gear Shift)
 
 
Electric Parking Brake 
Video  
  
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SOUL EV  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE34*IF EQUIPPED 
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Map/Room LampsPedestrian Warning System
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.
ON
DOOR
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 )
AAB
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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The Pedestrian Warning System generates engine sound for 
pedestrians to hear the vehicle since an Electric Vehicle (EV ) has 
no sound when operating.
The Pedestrian Warning System will operate when:
 
 The EV vehicle is moving at a low speed
 
 The gear shift is moved to the (R) Reverse position 
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35ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED 
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Rear-Camera Display*Parking Assist System
Warning!  Check your  surroun 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 AVN System 
screen while the vehicle is in Reverse.
The Rear-Camera Display activates when the:
 
 POWER Start /Stop* button is in the ON position (Green Light)
 
  Gear Shift Lever is in the R (Reverse) position The Parking Assist System is not a safety device. The Parking 
Assist System is a supplemental system that assists the driver 
by chiming if any object is detected within the sensing areas 
to the rear and side of the vehicle when backing up. When the 
POWER Start /Stop button is ON, the system is activated.
REMINDERS: 
 
  If the vehicle is moving at speeds over 3 mph, the system may not activate 
correctly 
 
 When more than two objects are sensed at the same time, the closest one 
will be recognized  rst 
 
 The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not re ect 
actual operation 
The Parking Assist System is not a substitute for proper and safe parking and 
backing-up procedures. Always drive safely and use caution when parking and 
backing up. The Parking Assist System may not detect every object around the 
vehicle 
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 Display) 
(Rear Camera )
(Front and rear sensor location shown) 
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SOUL EV  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE36*IF EQUIPPED 
OTHER KEY FEATURES
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
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood by pressing the front center of the Hood. Then, press 
down to securely lock in place.
AB
 
 
Tire Mobility Kit Video 
  
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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.
C Sealant Bottle
D Compressor
 
 
 
The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary  x 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/
in ating passenger car tires; do not use for 
in ating 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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SOUL EV  FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE40*IF EQUIPPED 
SAFETY FEATURES
ODS detects the presence and position of the front passenger and adjusts or turns off airbag deployment accordingly.
Depending on the situation and type of  accident, the system may: 
 Deploy airbag (Adult)
 
 Not deploy the airbag (Unoccupied) 
If the system determines that the airbag should not be deployed, the “PASSENGER AIRBAG OFF” light will illuminate.
Occupant Detection System \fODS) / PASSEN\bER AIRBA\b OFF Indicator
OFF
DRIVER
REARA/C
PASSENGER AIR BAG