2011 KIA Soul Owners Manual

kia, the company Thank you for becoming the owner of a new Kia vehicle. As a global car manufacturer focused on building high-quality, value for money prices, Kia Motors is dedicated to providing you with a customer service experience that exceeds your expectations. All information contained in this Owner’s Manual is accurate at the time of publication. However, Kia reserves the right to make changes at any time so that our policy of continual product improvement can be carried out. This manual applies to all Kia models and includes descriptions and explanations of optional as well as standard equipment. As a result, you may encounter material in this manual that is not applicable to your specific Kia vehicle. Drive safely and enjoy your Kia!

i Thank you for choosing a KIA vehicle. When you require service, remember that your KIA Dealer knows your vehicle best. Your dealer has factory-trained tech- nicians, recommended special tools, genuine KIA replacement parts and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction. Because subsequent owners require this important information as well, this publication should remain with the vehicle if it is sold. This manual will familiarize you with operational, maintenance and safety information about your new vehicle. It is sup- plemented by a Warranty and Consumer Information manual that provides important information on all warranties regarding your vehicle. We urge you to read these publications carefully and follow the recommendations to help assure enjoyable and safe operation of your new vehicle. KIA offers a great variety of options, components and features for its various models. Therefore, some of the equipment described in this manual, along with the various illustrations, may not be applicable to your particular vehicle. The information and specifications provided in this manual were accurate at the time of printing. KIA reserves the right to discontinue or change specifications or design at any time without notice and without incurring any obligation. If you have questions, always check with your KIA dealer. We assure you of our continuing interest in your motoring pleasure and satisfaction in your KIA vehicle. © 2011 Kia Canada Inc. All rights reserved. Reproduction by any means, electronic or mechanical, including photocopying, recording, or by any information storage and retrieval system or translation in whole or part is not permitted without written authorization from Kia Canada Inc.. Printed in Korea Foreword

ii 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 I Introduction Your vehicle at a glance Safety features of your vehicle Features of your vehicle Driving your vehicle What to do in an emergency Maintenance Specifications & Consumer information Index table of contents

1 How to use this manual / 1-2 Fuel requirements / 1-3 Vehicle handling instructions / 1-5 Vehicle break-in process / 1-5 Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster / 1-6 Introduction

Introduction 2 1 A010000AAM We want to help you get the greatest possible driving pleasure from your vehicle.Your Owner’s Manual can assist you in many ways. We strongly recommend that you read the entire manual. In order to minimize the chance of death or injury, you must read the WARNING and CAU- TION sections in the manual. Illustrations complement the words in this manual to best explain how to enjoy your vehicle. By reading your manual, you will learn about features, important safety information, and driving tips under various road conditions. The general layout of the manual is provided in the Table of Contents. Use the index when looking for a specific area or subject; it has an alphabetical listing of all information in your manual. Sections: This manual has eight sections plus an index. Each section begins with a brief list of contents so you can tell at a glance if that section has the information you want. You will find various WARNINGs, CAUTIONs, and NOTICEs in this manual. These WARNINGs were prepared to enhance your personal safety.You should carefully read and follow ALL procedures and recommendations provided in these WARNINGS, CAUTIONS and NOTICES. ✽ NOTICE A NOTICE indicates interesting or help- ful information is being provided. HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL WARNING A WARNING indicates a situation in which harm, serious bodily injury or death could result if the warning is ignored. CAUTION A CAUTION indicates a situation in which damage to your vehicle could result if the caution is ignored.

13 Introduction A020101AHM-EU Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher. Your new vehicle is designed to obtain maximum performance with UNLEADED FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emis- sions and spark plug fouling. A020103AUN-EU Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol Gasohol, a mixture of gasoline and ethanol (also known as grain alcohol), and gasoline or gasohol containing methanol (also known as wood alcohol) are being marketed along with or instead of leaded or unleaded gasoline. Do not use gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol, and do not use gasoline or gasohol containing any methanol. Either of these fuels may cause drivability problems and damage to the fuel system. Discontinue using gasohol of any kind if drivability problems occur. Vehicle damage or drivability problems may not be covered by the manufacturer’s warranty if they result from the use of: 1. Gasohol containing more than 10% ethanol. 2. Gasoline or gasohol containing methanol. 3. Leaded fuel or leaded gasohol. FUEL REQUIREMENTS CAUTION Never add any fuel system cleaning agents to the fuel tank other than what has been specified. (Consult an authorized KIA dealer for details.) WARNING • Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off when refueling. • Tighten the cap until it clicks, oth- erwise the Check Engine light will illuminate. • Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.

Introduction 4 1 "E85" fuel is an alternative fuel com- prised of 85 percent ethanol and 15 percent gasoline, and is manufactured exclusively for use in Flexible Fuel Vehicles. “E85” is not compatible with your vehicle. Use of “E85” may result in poor engine performance and damage to your vehicle's engine and fuel system. KIA recommends that customers do not use fuel with an ethanol content exceed- ing 10 percent. A020104AUN Use of MTBE KIA recommends avoiding fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) in your vehicle. Fuel containing MTBE over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight) may reduce vehicle performance and produce vapor lock or hard starting. A020105AUN Do not use methanol Fuels containing methanol (wood alcohol) should not be used in your vehicle. This type of fuel can reduce vehicle performance and damage components of the fuel system. A020106AUN Gasolines for cleaner air To help contribute to cleaner air, KIA recommends you use gasolines treated with detergent additives, which help prevent deposit formation in the engine. These gasolines will help the engine run cleaner and enhance performance of the Emission Control System. A020107AUN Operation in foreign countries If you are going to drive your vehicle in another country, be sure to: • Observe all regulations regarding reg- istration and insurance. • Determine that acceptable fuel is avail- able. CAUTION Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty may not cover damage to the fuel system and any performance problems that are caused by the use of fuels containing methanol or fuels containing MTBE (Methyl Tertiary Butyl Ether) over 15.0% vol. (Oxygen Content 2.7% weight.) CAUTION Never use gasohol which contains methanol. Discontinue use of any gasohol product which impairs drivability. CAUTION Your New Vehicle Limited Warranty does not cover damage to the fuel system or any performance problems caused by the use of “E85” fuel.

15 Introduction A090000AEN As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover. Specific design characteristics (higher ground clearance, track, etc.) give this vehicle a higher center of gravity than other types of vehicles. It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as a conventional 2-wheel drive sedans or sports coupe. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers. Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover. Be sure to read the “Reducing the risk of a rollover” driving guidelines, in section 5 of this manual. A030000AUN No special break-in period is needed. By following a few simple precautions for the first 1,000 km (600 miles) you may add to the performance, economy and life of your vehicle. • Do not race the engine. • While driving, keep your engine speed (rpm, or revolutions per minute) between 2,000 rpm and 4,000 rpm. • Do not maintain a single speed for long periods of time, either fast or slow. Varying engine speed is needed to properly break-in the engine. • Avoid hard stops, except in emergen- cies, to allow the brakes to seat properly. • Don't let the engine idle longer than 3 minutes at one time. • Don't tow a trailer during the first 2,000 km (1,200 miles) of operation. VEHICLE BREAK-IN PROCESS VEHICLE HANDLING INSTRUCTIONS

Introduction 6 1 INDICATOR SYMBOLS ON THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER Seat Belt Warning Light High Beam Indicator Turn Signal Indicator ABS Warning Light* Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light Malfunction Indicator* Immobilizer Indicator Low Fuel Level Warning Light * : if equipped Tailgate Open Warning Light ❈ For more detailed explanations, refer to “Instrument cluster” in section 4. Charging System Warning Light Door Ajar Warning Light A050000AAM-EC Front Fog Light Indicator* Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light O/D OFF Indicator* O/D OFF Air Bag Warning Light* TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Malfunction Indicator* Low Tire Pressure Telltale* Cruise Indicator* Cruise SET Indicator* Shift Pattern Indicator ESC Indicator* ESC OFF Indicator* TPMS Tail Light Indicator* Low Windshield Washer Fluid Level Warning Light* Low Beam Indicator*

2 Interior overview / 2-2 Instrument panel overview / 2-3 Engine compartment / 2-4 Your vehicle at a glance

2011 KIA Soul Owners Manual

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