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Electric Vehicle Indicators
A Motor operation gauge
Soul EV’s motor operation gauge provides information on the
energy consumption rate of the vehicle and the charge status of the
regenerative brakes


• C

HARGE – Shows the charging status of the battery when it is
being charged by the regenerative brakes


The more electric
energy charged, the lower the gauge level
• E

CO GUIDE – Shows the energy consumption rate during normal
driving conditions
• P

OWER – Shows the energy consumption rate of the vehicle when
driving uphill or accelerating


The more electric energy used, the
higher the gauge level
B State of Charge gauge (SOC)
The State of Charge gauge displays the high-voltage battery charge
status


• M

IN position on the gauge indicates that the driving battery
energy is low
• M

A X position on the gauge indicates that the driving battery is
fully charged
Ready indicator light – Illuminates when the vehicle is ready
to drive


When the ready indicator light is OFF or blinking, a
malfunction has occurred

Have an authorized Kia dealer address
the concern as soon as possible

EC
O display light
– Indicates that the ECO System is operational


This indicator light is always illuminated unless the ECO System is
turned OFF

S
ervice warning light
– Illuminates when there is a malfunction
related to the electric vehicle control system

Have an authorized
Kia dealer address the concern as soon as possible


Power down warning light – Illuminates when the power is
limited for the safety of the electric vehicle

C harging indicator light – Shows the charging status of the
high-voltage battery


When charging, the red indicator turns on


When charging is complete, the green indicator turns on

H

igh-voltage battery level warning light – Illuminates when the
high-voltage battery charge level is insufficient

R

egenerative brake warning lights (when both indicators
are lit) – Illuminates when the regenerative brake system is not
functioning correctly

ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED
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DRIVER'S PANEL
Electronic Stability Control \fESC)
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
B 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
Instrument Panel Dimmer
With parking lights / headlights ON, press button A + or – to adjust display
brightness of the instrument panel illumination.
REMINDERS:
• Door Mood Lamp is a xed brightness and cannot be adjusted (not to be confused with Advanced Mood Lighting Speaker)
• The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the AVN System screen; use AVN setup to adjust brightness on the AVN System
Heated Steering Wheel Button*
Press button C to turn ON/OFF steering wheel heater, while the Engine
Start /Stop Button is in the ON position. Steering wheel heater will turn off
automatically in 30 minutes, or when button is pressed again to deactivate.


If ignition is turned OFF, then ON again, within 30 minutes of steering wheel heater
being turned on, system will automatically be set ON again. QUICK TIPS
Hill-Start Assist Control \fHAC)
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 .



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
QUICK TIPS
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
OFFMUSIC
MOOD
A
B
C
(Buttons located left of steering column)

*IF EQUIPPED
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
* * *



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heck and adjust level and check for leaks. Inspect regularly
Check 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 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 milesA
22,500 miles
30,000 miles
A
37,500 milesB
45,000 milesA
52,500 miles
60,000 miles
A
67,500 miles
75,000 miles
A
82,500 miles
90,000 miles
A
97,500 miles
105,000 miles
A
112,500 miles B
120,000 miles AC
3,750 miles — At every 3,750 miles or 6 months, rotate tires, check tire pressure and tread wear.
A Inspect * — Brake lines, hoses and connections, disc brakes and pads, brake pedal and operation, brake fluid, steering gear rack, linkage and boots,
suspension mounting bolts and ball joints, drive shaft and boots, air conditioning compressor, air conditioning refrigerant /performance, cooling
system
1, 12V battery condition
Replace — Climate control air filter
B
Inspect * — Reduction gear oilC
Replace — Engine coolant2
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.
Soul EV Features & Functions Guide