KIA Soul (2019 year). Instruction — part 33

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6. Remove the headlamp bulb cover

by turning it counterclockwise.

7. Disconnect the headlamp bulb

socket-connector.

8. Unsnap the headlamp bulb retain-

ing wire by depressing the end
and pushing it upward.

9. Remove the bulb from the head-

lamp assembly.

10. Install a new headlamp bulb and

snap the headlamp bulb retaining
wire into position by aligning the
wire with the groove on the bulb.

11. Connect the headlamp bulb

socket connector.

12. Install the headlamp bulb cover

by turning it clockwise.

13. Connect the power connector to

the back of the headlamp assem-
bly.

14. Reinstall the headlamp assembly

to the body of the vehicle.

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NOTICE

If the headlamp aiming adjustment
is necessary after the headlamp
assembly is reinstalled, we recom-
mend that you consult an authorized
Kia dealer.

Headlamp bulb

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WARNING

- Halogen

bulbs

Handle halogen bulbs with care.
• Halogen bulbs contain pres-

surized gas that will produce
flying pieces of glass if bro-
ken.

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• Always handle them carefully, and

avoid scratches and abrasions. If
the bulbs are lit, avoid contact with
liquids. Never touch the glass with
bare hands. Residual oil may
cause the bulb to overheat and
burst when lit. A bulb should be
operated only when installed in a
headlamp.

• If a bulb becomes damaged or

cracked, replace it immediately
and carefully dispose of it.

• Wear eye protection when chang-

ing a bulb. Allow the bulb to cool
down before handling it.

Front turn signal lamp bulb
replacement

1. Turn off the engine and open the

hood. Disconnect the negative
battery cable.

2. Disconnect the power connector

front the back of the headlamp
assembly.

3. Loosen the retaining bolts.

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Type B

■

Type A

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Type C

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4. Pull out the end of the front

bumper.

5. Remove the headlamp assembly

from the body of the vehicle.

❈ If you can reach the bulb without

removing the headlamp assembly,
you do not need to do step 3,4 and
5.

6. Remove the socket from the

assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.

7. Remove the bulb from the socket

by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the bulb align with the slots in the
socket.

8. Insert a new bulb by inserting it

into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.

9. Install the socket in the assembly

by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly and
turning the socket clockwise.

10. Reinstall the lamp assembly to

the body of the vehicle.

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Front side marker bulb
replacement

1. Turn off the engine and open the

hood. Disconnect the negative
battery cable.

2. Disconnect the power connector

front the back of the headlamp
assembly.

3. Loosen the retaining bolts.

4. Pull out the end of the front

bumper.

5. Remove the headlamp assembly

from the body of the vehicle.

❈ If you can reach the bulb without

removing the headlamp assembly,
you do not need to do step 3,4 and
5.

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6. Remove the socket from the

assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.

7. Pull the bulb out of the socket.
8. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
9. Install the socket into the assem-

bly by aligning the tabs on the
socket with the slots on the
assembly and turning the socket
clockwise.

10. Reinstall the lamp assembly to

the body of the vehicle.

Position lamp + DRL (LED
type) bulb replacement

If the position lamp + DRL (1) does
not operate, we recommend that you
checked an authorized Kia dealer.

Front fog lamp bulb replace-
ment

1. Remove the front bumper under

cover.

2. Reach your hand into the back of

the front bumper.

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3. Disconnect the power connector

from the socket.

4. Remove the bulb-socket from the

housing by turning the socket
counter clockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the housing.

5. Install the new bulb-socket into the

housing by aligning the tabs on
the socket with the slots in the
housing. Push the socket into the
housing and turn the socket clock
wise.

6. Connect the power connector to

the socket.

7. Reinstall the front bumper under

cover.

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NOTICE

If the fog lamp aiming adjustment is
necessary after the fog lamp assem-
bly is reinstalled, we recommend that
you consult an authorized Kia dealer.

Side repeater lamp (LED type)
bulb replacement

If the Side repeater lamp (LED type)
does not operate, we recommend
that you have your vehicle checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.

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Rear turn signal lamp bulb
replacement

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Loosen the lamp assembly retain-

ing screws with a screwdriver.

3. Remove the rear combination

lamp assembly from the body of
the vehicle.

4. Remove the socket from the

assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.

5. Remove the bulb from the socket

by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the bulb align with the slots in the
socket.

6. Insert a new bulb by inserting it

into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.

7. Install the socket in the assembly

by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly and
turning the socket clockwise.

8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the

body of the vehicle.

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■ Type A

■ Type B

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Stop and tail lamp bulb
replacement

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Loosen the lamp assembly retain-

ing screws with a screwdriver.

3. Remove the rear combination

lamp assembly from the body of
the vehicle.

4. Remove the socket from the

assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.

5. Remove the bulb from the socket

by pressing it in and rotating it
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the bulb align with the slots in the
socket.

6. Insert a new bulb by inserting it

into the socket and rotating it until
it locks into place.

7. Install the socket in the assembly

by aligning the tabs on the socket
with the slots in the assembly and
turning the socket clockwise.

8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the

body of the vehicle.

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Back-up lamp bulb replace-
ment

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Loosen the lamp assembly retain-

ing screws with a screwdriver.

3. Remove the rear combination

lamp assembly from the body of
the vehicle.

4. Remove the socket from the

assembly by turning the socket
counterclockwise until the tabs on
the socket align with the slots on
the assembly.

5. Pull the bulb out of the socket.

6. Insert a new bulb into the socket.
7. Install the socket into the assem-

bly by aligning the tabs on the
socket with the slots on the
assembly and turning the socket
clockwise.

8. Reinstall the lamp assembly to the

body of the vehicle.

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OPS073045

■ Type A

■ Type B

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Stop and tail lamp (LED type)
bulb replacement

If the Stop and tail lamp (LED type)
(1) does not operate, we recommend
that you have your vehicle checked
by an authorized Kia dealer.

High mounted stop lamp bulb
replacement

1. Open the liftgate.
2. Remove the cover.
3. Loosen the retaining bolts and

remove the hose (1).

4. Pull out the module from the high

mounted stop lamp assembly by
pulling both clips.

5. Replace the bulbs by pulling it out.
6. Reinstall in the reverse order.

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High mounted stop lamp (LED
type) bulb replacement

If the High mounted stop lamp (LED
type) (1) does not operate, we rec-
ommend that you have your vehicle
checked by an authorized Kia dealer.

License plate lamp bulb
replacement

1. Remove the lens by pressing the

tabs.

2. Remove the socket from the lens.
3. Remove the bulb by turning it

counter clockwise.

4. Install a new bulb in the socket

and install the socket to the lens.

5. Reinstall the lens securely.

Map lamp bulb replacement

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WARNING

- Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”
button is depressed to avoid
burning your fingers or receiv-
ing an electric shock.

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1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,

gently pry the lens cover from
lamp housing.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it

straight out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap
the lens into place.

Room lamp bulb replacement

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,

gently pry the lens cover from
lamp housing.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it

straight out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Align the lens cover tabs with the

lamp housing notches and snap
the lens into place.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or dam-
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-
tic housings.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or dam-
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-
tic housings.

OPS073042

WARNING

- Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”
button is depressed to avoid
burning your fingers or receiv-
ing an electric shock.

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Glove box lamp bulb replace-
ment

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,

gently pry the lamp assembly from
interior.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it

straight out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

Luggage lamp bulb replace-
ment

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,

gently pry the lamp assembly from
interior.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it

straight out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

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CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or dam-
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-
tic housings.

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Vanity mirror lamp bulb
replacement

1. Using a flat-blade screwdriver,

gently pry the lamp assembly from
interior.

2. Remove the bulb by pulling it

straight out.

3. Install a new bulb in the socket.
4. Install the lamp assembly to interior.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or dam-
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-
tic housings.

CAUTION

Be careful not to dirty or dam-
age the lens, lens tab, and plas-
tic housings.

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WARNING

- Interior lamps

Prior to working on the Interior
lamps, ensure that the “OFF”
button is depressed to avoid
burning your fingers or receiv-
ing an electric shock.

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APPEARANCE CARE

Exterior care

Exterior general caution

It is very important to follow the label
directions when using any chemical
cleaner or polish. Read all warning
and caution statements that appear
on the label.

Finish maintenance

Washing
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
from rust and deterioration, wash it
thoroughly and frequently at least once
a month with lukewarm or cold water.
If you use your vehicle for off-road
driving, you should wash it after each
off-road trip. Pay special attention to
the removal of any accumulation of
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign mate-
rials. Make sure the drain holes in the
lower edges of the doors and rocker
panels are kept clear and clean.
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar
deposits can damage your vehicle’s
finish if not removed immediately.
Even prompt washing with plain water
may not completely remove all these
deposits. A mild soap, safe for use on
painted surfaces, may be used.
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
Do not allow soap to dry on the finish.

After washing the vehicle, test the
brakes while driving slowly to see if
they have been affected by water. If
braking performance is impaired, dry
the brakes by applying them lightly
while maintaining a slow forward
speed.

CAUTION

• Do not use strong soap, chem-

ical detergents or hot water,
and do not wash the vehicle in
direct sunlight or when the
body of the vehicle is warm.

• Be careful when washing the

side windows of your vehicle.
Especially, with high-pressure
water. Water may leak through
the windows and wet the inte-
rior.

• To prevent damage to the

plastic parts and lamps, do
not clean with chemical sol-
vents or strong detergents.

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High-pressure washing
• When using high-pressure wash-

ers, make sure to maintain suffi-
cient distance from the vehicle.
Insufficient clearance or excessive
pressure can lead to component
damage or water penetration.

• Do not spray the camera, sensors

or its surrounding area directly with
a high pressure washer. Shock
applied from high pressure water
may cause the device to not oper-
ate normally.

• Do not bring the nozzle tip close to

boots (rubber or plastic covers) or
connectors as they may be dam-
aged if they come into contact with
high pressure water.

Waxing
Wax the vehicle when water will no
longer bead on the paint.
Always wash and dry the vehicle
before waxing. Use a good quality
liquid or paste wax, and follow the
manufacturer’s instructions. Wax all
metal trim to protect it and to main-
tain its luster.
Removing oil, tar, and similar materi-
als with a spot remover will usually
strip the wax from the finish. Be sure
to re-wax these areas even if the rest
of the vehicle does not yet need wax-
ing.

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NOTICE

Do not apply wax on embossed
unpainted unit, as it may tarnish the
unit.

CAUTION

- Wetting engine

• Water washing in the engine

compartment including high
pressure water washing may
cause the failure of electrical
circuits located in the engine
compartment.

• Never allow water or other liq-

uids to come in contact with
electrical/electronic compo-
nents inside the vehicle as
this may damage them.

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