Kia Soul (2020 year). Owner's manual — part 7

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Door locks

䳜 To lock a door, push the door lock

button (1) to the "Lock" position. If
the door is locked properly, the
red mark on the door lock button
will not be visible.

䳜 To open a door, pull the door han-

dle (2) outward.

䳜 If the inner door handle of the

driver's (or front passenger's)
door is pulled when the door lock
button is in the lock position, the
button will unlock and the door
will open.

䳜 Doors cannot be locked if the

smart key is in the vehicle and a
door is open.

Door lock malfunction

If a power door lock ever fails to
function while you are in the vehicle,
try one or more of the following
techniques to exit:
䳜 Operate the door unlock feature

repeatedly (both electronic and
manual) while simultaneously
pulling on the door handle.

䳜 Operate the other door locks and

handles, front and rear.

䳜 Lower a front window and use the

key to unlock the door from out-
side.

WARNING

Do not pull the inner door handle of
driver's (or passenger's) door while
the vehicle is moving.

With central door lock switch

Driver side

Passenger side

Operate by pressing the central
door lock switch.
䳜 When pressing the right portion

(1) for driver side or the upper
portion (1) for passenger side of
the switch, all vehicle doors will
lock.

䳜 When pressing the left portion (2)

for driver side or the lower por-
tion (2) for passenger side of the
switch, all vehicle doors will
unlock.

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Door locks

䳜 If the smart key is in the vehicle

and any door is opened, the doors
will not lock even though the right
portion (1) for driver side or upper
portion (1) for passenger side of
the central door lock switch is
pressed.

WARNING

Doors
䳜 The doors should always be fully

closed and locked while the vehicle
is in motion to prevent accidental
opening of the door.

䳜 Be careful when opening doors

and watch for vehicles, motorcy-
cles, bicycles or pedestrians
approaching the vehicle in the
path of the door. Opening a door
when something is approaching
can cause damage or injury.

WARNING

Unattended children/animals
Never leave children or animals
unattended in your vehicle. An
enclosed vehicle can become
extremely hot, causing death or
severe injury to unattended chil-
dren or animals who cannot escape
the vehicle.

Door lock/unlock features

Impact sensing door unlock system

All doors will automatically unlock
when an impact causes the air bags
to deploy.

Speed sensing door lock system

All doors will automatically lock
after the vehicle speed exceeds 15
km/h (10 mph).
You can activate or deactivate the
auto door lock/unlock features in
the vehicle. Refer to "User settings
mode" on page 4-57.

Child-protector rear door locks

The child safety lock is provided to
help prevent children from acciden-
tally opening the rear doors from
inside the vehicle. The rear door
safety locks should be used when-
ever children are in the vehicle.

The child safety lock is located on
the edge of each rear door. When
the child safety lock is in the lock
position (1), the rear door will not
open if the inner door handle (2) is
pulled.

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Liftgate

To lock the child safety lock, insert a
key (or screwdriver) into the hole
and turn it to the lock position.

To allow a rear door to be opened
from inside the vehicle, unlock the
child safety lock.

WARNING

Rear door locks
Use the rear door safety locks
whenever children are in the vehicle.
If a child accidently opens the rear
doors while the vehicle is moving, he
or she may fall out.

Liftgate

When you open the liftgate, you will
see a space where you can load the
cargo.

Opening the liftgate

The liftgate is locked or unlocked
when all doors are locked or
unlocked with the key, smart key or
central door lock/unlock switch.

CAUTION

Liftgate lift
Make certain that you close the lift-
gate before driving your vehicle.
Possible damage may occur to the
liftgate lift cylinders and attached
hardware if the liftgate is not closed
prior to driving.

䳜 Only the liftgate is unlocked if the

liftgate unlock button on the
transmitter or smart key is
pressed for approximately 1 sec-
ond.

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Liftgate

䳜 If unlocked, the liftgate can be

opened by pressing the handle
and pulling it up.

䳜 Once the liftgate is opened and

then closed, the liftgate locks
automatically. (All doors must be
locked.)

NOTICE

In cold and wet climates, door lock
and door mechanisms may not work
properly due to freezing conditions.

WARNING

The liftgate swings upward. Make
sure no objects or people are near
the rear of the vehicle when opening
the liftgate.

Closing the liftgate

Lower and push down the liftgate
firmly. Make sure that the liftgate is
securely latched.

Make sure your hands, feet and
other parts of your body are safely
out of the way before closing the
liftgate.

WARNING

Exhaust Fumes
The liftgate should always be kept
completely closed while the vehicle
is in motion. If it is left open or ajar,
poisonous exhaust gases may enter
the car and serious illness or death
may result.

Opening the liftgate in emergency

Your vehicle is equipped with the
emergency liftgate safety release
lever located on the bottom of the
liftgate. When someone is inadver-
tently locked in the luggage com-
partment.

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Liftgate

The liftgate can be opened by doing
as follows:
1. Input the mechanical key into the

hole.

2. Push the mechanical key to the

right (1).

3. Push up the liftgate.

WARNING

䳜 No one should be allowed to

occupy the cargo area of the vehi-
cle at any time. The cargo area is
a very dangerous location in the
event of a crash.

䳜 Use the release lever for emer-

gencies only. Use with extreme
caution, especially while the vehi-
cle is in motion.

CAUTION

Make sure there are no people or
objects around the liftgate before
opening or closing the liftgate. Wait
until the liftgate is open fully and
stopped before loading or unloading
cargo from the vehicle.

WARNING

Do not grasp the part supporting
the liftgate (gas lifter), as this may
cause serious injury.

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Windows

Windows

The doors of this vehicle are equipped with power windows that can be
operated by a switch.

1. Driver's door power window switch
2. Front passenger's door power window switch
3. Rear door (left) power window switch
4. Rear door (right) power window switch
5. Window opening and closing
6. Automatic power window up/down (if equipped)
7. Power window lock switch

* if equipped

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Windows

NOTICE

In cold and wet climates, power win-
dows may not work properly due to
freezing conditions.

The ignition switch must be in the
ON position for power windows to
operate.

Each door has a power window
switch that controls the door's win-
dow. The driver has a power window
lock switch which can block the
operation of rear passenger win-
dows. The power windows can be
operated for approximately 10 min-
utes after the ignition key is
removed or set to the ACC or LOCK
position. However, if the front doors
are opened, the power windows
cannot be operated even within the
10 minutes period.

The driver's door has a master
power window switch that controls
all the windows in the vehicle.

If the window cannot be closed
because it is blocked by objects,
remove the objects and close the
window.

NOTICE

While driving with the rear windows
down or with the sunroof (if
equipped) in an open (or partially
open position), your vehicle may
demonstrate a wind buffeting or
pulsation noise. This noise is a nor-
mal occurrence and can be reduced
or eliminated by taking the following
actions. If the noise occurs with one
or both of the rear windows down,
partially lower both front windows
approximately 2.5 cm (1 in). If you
experience the noise with the sun-
roof open, slightly reduce the size of
the sunroof opening.

CAUTION

Do not install any accessories in the
vehicle that extend into the open
window area. Such objects will
impact the proper function of the
Automatic reversal "jam protection"
feature.

Window opening and closing

Type A

To open or close a window, press
down or pull up the front portion of
the corresponding switch to the
first detent position (5).

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Windows

Type B - Auto down window (if
equipped)

Pressing the power window switch
momentarily to the second detent
position (6) completely lowers the
window even when the switch is
released. To stop the window at the
desired position while the window is
in operation, pull up the switch
briefly to the opposite direction of
the window movement.

Type C - Auto up/down window (if
equipped)

Pressing or pulling up the power
window switch momentarily to the
second detent position (6) com-
pletely lowers or raises the window
even when the switch is released. To
stop the window at the desired
position while the window is in oper-
ation, pull up or press down and
release the switch.

If the power window does not oper-
ate normally, the automatic power
window system must be reset as
follows:
1. Turn the ignition switch to the ON

position.

2. Close the window and continue

pulling up the power window
switch for at least 1 second after
the window is completely closed.

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Windows

Automatic reversal for Type C

If the upward movement of the
window is blocked by an object or
part of the body, the window will
detect the resistance and will stop
upward movement. The window will
then lower approximately 30 cm
(11.8 in) to allow the object to be
cleared.

If the window detects the resistance
while the power window switch is
pulled up continuously, the window
will stop upward movement then
lower approximately 2.5 cm (1 in).

If the power window switch is pulled
up continuously again within 5 sec-
onds after the window is lowered by
the automatic window reversal fea-
ture, the automatic window reversal
will not operate.

NOTICE

The automatic reverse feature for
the window is only active when the
"auto up" feature is used by fully
pulling up the switch. The automatic
reverse feature will not operate if
the window is raised using the half-
way position on the power window
switch.

WARNING

Always check for obstructions
before raising any window to avoid
injuries or vehicle damage. If an
object less than 4 mm (0.16 in) in
diameter is caught between the
window glass and the upper window
channel, the automatic reverse win-
dow may not detect the resistance
and will not stop and reverse direc-
tion.

WARNING

The automatic reverse feature
doesn't activate while resetting
power window system. Make sure
body parts or other objects are
safely out of the way before closing
the windows to avoid injuries.

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Windows

WARNING

Do not install any accessories in the
vehicle that extend into the open
window area. Such objects could
prevent the automatic reverse fea-
ture from functioning.

Power window lock switch

The driver can disable the power
window switches on the rear pas-
sengers' doors by pressing the
power window lock switch to the
lock position (pressed).

When the power window lock switch
is pressed:
䳜 The driver's master control can

operate the front passenger's
power window and the rear pas-
sengers' power windows.

䳜 The front passenger's control can

operate the front passenger's
power window.

䳜 The rear passengers' control can-

not operate the rear passengers'
power window.

CAUTION

Opening/closing Window
To prevent possible damage to the
power window system, do not open
or close two windows or more at the
same time. This will also ensure the
longevity of the fuse.

Always double check to make sure
all arms, hands, head and other
obstructions are safely out of the
way before closing a window.

If the window cannot be close
because it is blocked by objects,
remove the objects and close the
window.

WARNING

Power windows
䳜 Do not allow children to play with

the power windows. Keep the
power window lock switch (on the
driver's door) in the LOCK
(pressed) position.

䳜 Do not extend a face or arms out-

side the window opening while the
vehicle is in motion. Doing so could
result in significant bodily injury.

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Hood

Hood

The hood serves as a cover for the
engine compartment. Open the
hood if maintenance works needs to
be performed in the engine com-
partment or if you need to look at
the compartment.

Opening the hood
1. Pull the release lever to unlatch

the hood. The hood should pop
open slightly.

WARNING

Open the hood after turning off the
engine on a flat surface, shifting the
shift lever to the P (Park) position
for Dual Clutch Transmission/Intelli-
gent Variable Transmission and to
the 1st (First) gear or R (Reverse)
for Manual Transmission, and set-
ting the parking brake.

2. Go to the front of the vehicle,

raise the hood slightly, push the
secondary latch (1) up side and lift
the hood (2).

3. Raise the hood. It will completely

rise by itself after it has been
raised about halfway.

Hood open warning

A warning message will appear on
the LCD display when hood is open.

The warning chime will operate
when the vehicle is being driven
above 3 km/h (2 mph) with the hood
open.

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Hood

Closing the hood
1. Before closing the hood, check the

following:
䳜 All filler caps in the engine com-

partment must be correctly
installed.

䳜 Gloves, rags or any other com-

bustible material must be
removed from the engine com-
partment.

2. Lower the hood halfway and push

down to securely lock in place.

3. Then double check to be sure the

hood is secure.
䳜 If the hood can be raise slightly,

it is not properly engaged.

䳜 Open it again and close it with a

little more force.

CAUTION

Hood obstruction
Before closing the hood, ensure that
all obstructions are removed from
the hood opening. Closing the hood
with an obstruction present in the
hood opening may result in severe
personal injury or properly damage.

WARNING

Fire risk
Do not leave gloves, rags or any
other combustible material in the
motor compartment. Doing so may
cause a heat-induced fire.

WARNING

Unsecured hood
Always double check to be sure that
the hood is firmly latched before
driving away. If it is not latched, the
hood could fly open while the vehicle
is being driven, causing a total loss
of visibility, which might result in an
accident.

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Fuel filler lid

Fuel filler lid

Opening the fuel filler lid

The fuel filler lid must be opened
from inside the vehicle by pulling up
the fuel filler lid opener.

If the fuel filler lid does not open
because ice has formed around it,
tap lightly or push on the lid to
break the ice and release the lid. Do
not pry on the lid. If necessary,
spray around the lid with an
approved de-icer fluid (do not use
radiator anti-freeze) or move the
vehicle to a warm place and allow
the ice to melt.
1. Stop the engine.
2. To open the fuel filler lid, pull the

fuel filler lid opener up.

3. Pull open the fuel filler lid (1) out

to fully open.

4. To remove the cap turn the fuel

filler cap (2) counterclockwise.

5. Refuel as needed.

Closing the fuel filler lid
1. To install the cap, turn it clockwise

until it "clicks" one time. This indi-
cates that the cap is securely
tightened.

2. Close the fuel filler lid and push it

lightly and make sure that it is
securely closed.

WARNING

Refueling
Always remove the fuel cap care-
fully and slowly. If the cap is venting
fuel or if you hear a hissing sound,
wait until the condition stops before
completely removing the cap.
If pressurized fuel sprays out, it can
cover your clothes or skin and sub-
ject you to the risk of fire and burns.

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Fuel filler lid

NOTICE

When refueling on unlevel ground,
the fuel gauge may not point to the
F position. It is not a malfunction. If
you move your vehicle to a level
ground, the fuel gauge will move to
the full position.

NOTICE

Tighten the cap until it clicks one
time, otherwise the fuel cap open
warning indicator light will illumi-
nate.

Always check that the fuel cap is
installed securely to prevent fuel
spillage in the event of an accident.

WARNING

Fire/explosion risk
Read and follow all warnings posted
at the gas station facility. Failure to
follow all warnings will result in
severe personal injury, severe burns
or death due to fire or explosion.

WARNING

Static electricity
䳜 Before touching the fuel nozzle,

you should eliminate potentially
dangerous static electricity dis-
charge by touching another metal
part of the vehicle, a safe distance
away from the fuel filler neck,
nozzle, or other gas source.

䳜 Do not get back into a vehicle

once you have begun refueling
since you can generate static
electricity by touching, rubbing or
sliding against any item or fabric
(polyester, satin, nylon, etc.)
capable of producing static elec-
tricity. Static electricity discharge
can ignite fuel vapors resulting in
rapid burning. If you must reenter
the vehicle, you should once again
eliminate potentially dangerous
static electricity discharge by
touching a metal part of the vehi-
cle, away from the fuel filler neck,
nozzle or other gasoline source.

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Fuel filler lid

WARNING

Portable fuel container
When using an approved portable
fuel container, be sure to place the
container on the ground prior to
refueling. Static electricity discharge
from the container can ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire. Once refueling
has begun, contact with the vehicle
should be maintained until the filling
is complete. Use only approved por-
table plastic fuel containers
designed to carry and store gaso-
line.

WARNING

Cell phone fires
Do not use cellular phones while
refueling. Electric current and/or
electronic interference from cellular
phones can potentially ignite fuel
vapors causing a fire.

WARNING

Refueling & Vehicle fires
When refueling, always shut the
engine off. Sparks produced by elec-
trical components related to the
engine can ignite fuel vapors causing
a fire. Once refueling is complete,
check to make sure the filler cap and
filler door are securely closed,
before starting the engine.

WARNING

Smoking
DO NOT use matches or a lighter
and DO NOT SMOKE or leave a lit
cigarette in your vehicle while at a
gas station especially during refuel-
ing. Automotive fuel is highly flam-
mable and can, when ignited, result
in fire.

Make sure to refuel your vehicle
according to "Fuel requirements" on
page 1-2.

If the fuel filler cap requires replace-
ment, use only a genuine Kia cap or
the equivalent specified for your
vehicle. An incorrect fuel filler cap
can result in a serious malfunction
of the fuel system or emission con-
trol system.

CAUTION

Exterior paint
Do not spill fuel on the exterior sur-
faces of the vehicle. Any type of fuel
spilled on painted surfaces may
damage the paint.

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Sunroof

Sunroof (if equipped)

If your vehicle is equipped with a
sunroof, you can slide or tilt your
sunroof with the sunroof control
switch located on the overhead con-
sole.

The sunroof can only be opened,
closed, or tilted when the ignition
switch is in the ON position.

The sunroof can be operated for
approximately 10 minutes after the
ignition switch is turned to the ACC
or OFF position.

However, if the front door is opened,
the sunroof cannot be operated
even within the 10 minutes period.

NOTICE

In cold and wet climates, the sun-
roof may not work properly due to
freezing conditions.
After the vehicle is washed or in a
rainstorm, be sure to wipe off any
water that is on the sunroof before
operating it.

The sunroof cannot slide when it is
in the tilt position nor can it be tilted
while in an open or slide position.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the sunroof,
periodically remove any dirt that
may accumulate on the guide rail.

CAUTION

Sunroof control lever
Do not continue to press the sun-
roof control lever after the sunroof
is fully opened, closed, or tilted.
Damage to the motor or system
components could occur.

WARNING

Sunroof operation
When closing the sunroof, make
sure there are no body parts in the
movement range of the sliding roof.
Parts of the body could become
trapped or crushed.

WARNING

Never adjust the sunroof or sun-
shade while driving. This could result
in loss of control and an accident
that may cause death, serious
injury, or property damage.

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