Kia Soul (2020 year). Owner's manual — part 32

Specifications & Consumer information

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Recommended lubricants and capacities

Recommended lubricants and capacities

To help achieve proper engine and powertrain performance and durability,
use only lubricants of the proper quality.

The correct lubricants also help promote engine efficiency that results in
improved fuel economy.

These lubricants and fluids are recommended for use in your vehicle.

Lubricant

Volume

Classification

Engine oil

*1*2

Recommends

*1. Refer to "Recommended SAE viscosity number" on page 8-7.
*2. Engine oils labeled Energy Conserving Oil are now available. Along with other additional benefits,

they contribute to fuel economy by reducing the amount of fuel necessary to overcome engine
friction. Often, these improvements are difficult to measure in everyday driving, but in a year's
time, they can offer significant cost and energy savings.

Gasoline

Engine

1.6 L T-GDI

4.5 l

(4.75 US qt.)

Without GPF: ACEA A5/B5
With GPF: ACEA C2/C5

2.0 L MPI

4.0 l

(4.23 US qt.)

SAE 5W20 / API Latest (ILSAC Latest)

Manual
transmission
fluid

Gasoline

Engine

2.0 L

1.7~1.8 l

(1.8~1.9 US

qt.)

API GL-4, SAE 70W
(Recommended SK HK MTF 70W, SHELL
SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W MTF, GS CALTEX GS
MTF HD 70W)

Dual clutch
transmission
fluid

1.6 L T-GDI

1.9l~2.0 l

(2.01 ~ 2.11

US qt.)

API GL-4, SAE 70W
HK DCTF 70W (SK)
SPIRAX S6 GHME 70W DCTF (H.K.SHELL)
GS DCTF HD 70W (GS CALTEX)

Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)

6.5 l

(6.9 US qt.)

IVTF SP-CVT1

*3

*3. Use only specified genuine Continuously variable Transmission fluid. The use of non-specified fluid

(even marked as compatible with genuine) could result in shift quality deterioration and vibrations,
eventually, the transmission failure.

Coolant

Gasoline

Engine

1.6 T-GDI DCT

5.9 l

(6.2 US qt.)

Mixture of antifreeze and water (Phos-
phate-based Ethylene glycol coolant for
aluminum radiator)

2.0 L

IVT

5.5 l

(5.8 US qt.)

M/T

5.5 l

(5.8 US qt.)

Brake/Clutch fluid

Required

amount

FMVSS116 DOT-4

Fuel

54 l

(14.27 US qt.)

Refer to "Fuel requirements" on page 1-2.

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Specifications & Consumer information

Recommended SAE viscosity number

Recommended SAE viscosity
number

CAUTION

Always be sure to clean the area
around any filler plug, drain plug, or
dipstick before checking or draining
any lubricant. This is especially
important in dusty or sandy areas
and when the vehicle is used on
unpaved roads. Cleaning the plug
and dipstick areas will prevent dirt
and grit from entering the engine
and other mechanisms that could be
damaged.

Engine oil viscosity (thickness) has
an effect on fuel economy and cold
weather operating (engine start and
engine oil flowability). Lower viscos-
ity engine oils can provide better
fuel economy and cold weather per-
formance, however, higher viscosity
engine oils are required for satisfac-
tory lubrication in hot weather.

Using oils of any viscosity other
than those recommended could
result in engine damage.

When choosing an oil, consider the
range of temperature your vehicle
will be operated in before the next
oil change. Proceed to select the
recommended oil viscosity from the
chart.

An engine oil displaying this API Certification Mark conforms to the
international Lubricant Specification Advisory Committee (ILSAC). It
is recommended to only use engine oils that uphold this API Certifi-
cation Mark.

Temperature Range for SAE Viscosity Numbers

Temperature

C -30

-20

-10

0

10

20

30

40

50

( F)

-10

0

20

40

60

80

100

120

Gasoline Engine Oil

20W-50

15W-40

10W-30

5W-20, 5W-30

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Vehicle identification number (VIN)

Vehicle identification number
(VIN)

The vehicle identification number
(VIN) is the number used in register-
ing your vehicle and in all legal mat-
ters pertaining to its ownership, etc.

Frame number

The VIN is also on a plate attached
to the top of the dashboard. The
number on the plate can easily be
seen through the windshield from
outside.

VIN label

Vehicle certification label

The vehicle certification label
attached on the driver's side center
pillar gives the vehicle identification
number (VIN).

OSK3088008NR

OSK3088002NR

OSK3068046NR

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Tire specification and pressure label

Tire specification and pressure
label

The tire label located on the driver's
side center pillar gives the tire pres-
sures recommended for your vehi-
cle.

The tires supplied on your new vehi-
cle are chosen to provide the best
performance for normal driving.

Engine number

The engine number is stamped on
the engine block as shown in the
drawing.

1.6 T-GDI engine

2.0 Gasoline engine

OSK3088003NR

OSK3088004NR

OSK3088007NR

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Air conditioner compressor label

Air conditioner compressor label

A compressor label informs you the
type of compressor your vehicle is
equipped with such as model, sup-
plier part number, production num-
ber, refrigerant (1) and refrigerant
oil (2).

OSK3068047NR

Abbreviation

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A

ABBREVIATION

ABS

Anti-lock Brake System

AGM

Absorbent Glass Mat

AKI

Anti Knock Index

BCW

Blind-Spot Collision Warning

CRS

Child Restraint System

DAW

Driver Attention Warning

DCT

Dual Clutch Transmission

DRL

Daytime Running Light

DTC

Diagnostic Trouble Code

EBD

Electronic Brake force Distribution

ECM

Electric Chromic Mirror

EDR

Event Data Recorder

EFD

Emergency Fastening Device

EPA

Environmental Protection Agency

EPS

Electronic Power Steering

ESC

Electronic Stability Control

FCA

Forward Collision-Avoidance
Assist

FRT

Front

GAW

Gross Axle Weight

GAWR

Gross Axle Weight Rating

GVW

Gross Vehicle Weight

GVWR

Gross Vehicle Weight Rating

HAC

Hill-start Assist Control

HBA

High Beam Assist

HMSL

High Mounted Stop Lamp

HUD

Head-Up Display

ILSAC

International Lubricant Specifica-
tion Advisory Committee

IPS

Intelligent Power Switch

3

A

Abbreviation

ISG

Idle Stop and Go

IVT

Intelligent Variable Transmission

LATCH

Lower Anchors and Tether for
CHildren

LDW

Lane Departure Warning

LH

Left Hand

LI

Load Index

LKA

Lane Keeping Assist

LT

Light Truck

MDPS

Motor Driven Power Steering

MIL

Malfunction Indicator Lamp

MMT

Manganese, Mn

ODS

Occupant Detection System

ORVR

Onboard Refueling Vapor Recov-
ery

PCB

Printed Circuit Board

PCM

Power train Control Module

PCSV

Purge Control Solenoid Valve

PCV

Positive Crankcase Ventilation

RCCA

Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-
Avoidance Assist

RCCW

Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warn-
ing

RH

Right Hand

RR

Rear

SCC

Smart Cruise Control

SRS

Supplemental Restraint System

SRSCM

SRS Control Module

SS

Speed Symbol

TBT

Turn By Turn

TCM

Transmission Control Module

TCS

Traction Control System

Abbreviation

4

A

TIN

Tire Identification Number

TPMS

Tire Pressure Monitoring System

VIN

Vehicle Identification Number

VSM

Vehicle Stability Management

W/O

without

I

Index

Index

2

I

INDEX

A

adjusting steering wheel angle
and height

4-41

air bag collision sensors

3-58

air bag warning label

3-62

air bag warning light

3-43

air bags

3-40

air bag collision sensors

3-58

air bag warning label

3-62

air bag warning light

3-43

curtain air bag

3-56

driver䳓s and passenger䳓s front air
bag

3-52

inflation conditions

3-59

inflation conditions of the air bag

3-59

non-inflation conditions

3-60

occupant detection system

3-46

operation

3-41

side air bag

3-55

SRS care

3-61

SRS components and functions

3-43

air cleaner filter

7-26

air conditioner compressor
label

8-10

air conditioning system

8-5

air ventilation seat

4-137

anti-lock brake system (ABS)

5-42

appearance care

7-73

exterior care

7-73

interior care

7-79

applying the parking brake

5-41

armed stage

4-16

armrest (rear)

3-15

assist mode

4-55

audio system

4-148

antenna

4-148

USB port

4-148

auto light

4-93

automatic climate control
system

4-118

air conditioning

4-124

automatic ventilation

4-125

checking the amount of air
conditioner refrigerant and
compressor lubricant

4-128

climate control air filter

4-127

controlling air intake

4-123

controlling fan speed

4-123

heating and air conditioning
automatically

4-119

manual heating and air
conditioning

4-120

mode selection

4-121

system operation

4-125

temperature control

4-122

turning off the front air climate
control

4-125

B

battery

7-31

for best battery service

7-31

recharging the battery

7-32

reset items

7-33

battery saver function

4-92

before driving

5-8

blind-spot collision warning (BCW)

BCW alert

5-104

detecting sensor (radar)

5-105

limitations

5-108

operating conditions

5-103

setting and activating

5-102

setting the warning volume of the
blind-spot collision warning

5-103

warning message

5-106

bonnet, see the hood

4-30

brake fluid

7-23

checking the brake fluid level

7-23

brake system

5-39

anti-lock brake system (ABS)

5-42

applying the parking brake

5-41

electronic stability control (ESC)

5-44

3

I

good braking practices

5-49

hill-start assist control (HAC)

5-49

parking brake

5-40

power brakes

5-39

releasing the parking brake

5-41

vehicle stability management
(VSM)

5-47

bulb replacement precaution

7-60

bulb wattage

8-3

C

camera (rear view)

4-91

capacities (lubricants)

8-6

care

care of seat belts

3-30

exterior care

7-73

interior care

7-79

SRS care

3-61

tire care

7-33

care of seat belts

3-30

cargo area cover

4-145

center console storage

4-132

central door lock switch

4-20

certification label

5-147

check exhaust system

5-7

checking tire inflation
pressure

7-34

child restraint system

3-31

securing a child restraint seat with
tether anchor

3-36

securing a child restraint with a
lap/shoulder belt

3-37

securing a child restraint with the
LATCH anchors

3-36

child-protector rear door
lock

4-21

climate control air filter

7-27

filter inspection

7-27

replacing filter

7-27

clothes hanger

4-144

combined instrument, see
instrument cluster

4-48

coolant

7-20

changing the coolant

7-23

checking the coolant level

7-22

recommended coolant

7-20

cooling fluid, see coolant

7-20

cruise control switch

5-76

cruise control system

5-75

accelerating temporarily with the
cruise control on

5-78

cancelling cruise control

5-78

cruise control switch

5-76

decreasing the cruising speed

5-77

increasing cruise control set
speed

5-77

resuming cruising speed at more
than approximately 30 km/h
(20 mph)

5-78

setting cruise control speed

5-76

turning cruise control off

5-79

cup holder

4-135

curtain air bag

3-56

D

dashboard illumination, see
instrument cluster control

4-49

dashboard, see instrument
cluster

4-48

day/night rearview
mirror

4-43

,

4-44

daytime running light

4-92

defogging (windshield)

4-129

defroster (rear window)

4-107

dimensions

8-2

disarmed stage

4-17

displays, see instrument
cluster

4-48

door locks

4-18

central door lock switch

4-20

child-protector rear door lock

4-21

from inside the vehicle

4-19

from outside the vehicle

4-18

4

I

drinks holders, see cup
holders

4-135

drive mode integrated control
system

5-99

SPORT mode

5-100

driver attention warning
(DAW)

5-123

DAW disabled

5-125

displaying the driver䳓s attention
level

5-123

malfunction

5-125

resetting

5-124

setting and activating

5-123

taking a break

5-124

driver䳓s 3-point system with
emergency locking retractor

3-21

driver䳓s and passenger䳓s front
air bag

3-52

driver䳓s seat belt

adjusting height

3-22

fastening seat belt

3-21

driver䳓s seat belt warning

3-20

driving at night

5-139

driving in flooded areas

5-140

driving in the rain

5-139

driving off-road

5-140

dual clutch transmission
(DCT)

5-27

ignition key interlock system

5-37

operation

5-27

paddle shifter

5-35

shift lock system

5-36

shift-lock override

5-36

transmission ranges

5-33

transmission temperature

5-29

transmission temperature gauge

5-29

warning message

5-29

warning messages

5-31

dual clutch transmission shift
indicator

4-53

E

electric chromic mirror (ECM)
with UVO service

4-44

electronic power steering

4-39

electronic stability control
(ESC)

5-44

emergency starting

6-6

jump starting

6-6

jump-starting

6-7

push-starting

6-7

emergency while driving

6-4

engine stalls at a crossroad or
crossing

6-4

flat tire while driving

6-4

vehicle stalls while driving

6-4

emission control system

7-81

engine

8-2

engine compartment

2-9

engine coolant temperature
gauge

4-50

engine number

8-9

engine oil

7-18

engine oil filter

7-18

engine overheats

6-8

engine start/stop button

5-12

illuminated engine start/stop
button

5-12

position

5-12

starting and stopping the engine
for turbocharger intercooler

5-16

starting the engine

5-15

,

5-16

starting the engine with smart
key

5-16

stopping the engine (manual
transmission)

5-18

explanation of scheduled
maintenance items

7-15

air conditioning refrigerant

7-17

brake discs, pads, calipers and
rotors

7-17

brake fluid

7-17

brake hoses and lines

7-17