2012 KIA Soul oil

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Maintenance
BRAKE/CLUTCH (IF EQUIPPED) FLUID
Checking the brake/clutch*
fluid level
Check the fluid level in the reservoir
periodically. The fluid level should be
between MAX and MIN marks on the
side of the reservoir.
Before removing the reservoir cap
and adding brake/clutch* fluid, clean
the area around the reservoir cap
thoroughly to prevent brake/clutch*
fluid contamination.
* if equippedIf the level is low, add fluid to the
MAX level. The level will fall with
accumulated mileage. This is a nor-
mal condition associated with the
wear of the brake linings and/or
clutch disc (if equipped). If the fluid
level is excessively low, have the
brake/clutch* system checked by an
authorized Kia dealer.
Use only the specified brake/clutch*
fluid. (Refer to “Recommended lubri-
cants and capacities” in section 8.)
Never mix different types of fluid.In the event the brake/clutch* system
requires frequent additions of fluid,
the vehicle should be inspected by
an authorized Kia dealer.
When changing and adding
brake/clutch* fluid, handle it carefully.
Do not let it come in contact with
your eyes. If brake/clutch* fluid
should come in contact with your
eyes, immediately flush them with a
large quantity of fresh tap water.
Have your eyes examined by a doc-
tor as soon as possible.
Brake/clutch* fluid, which has been
exposed to open air for an extended
time should never be used as its
quality cannot be guaranteed. It
should be disposed of properly.
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CAUTION - Proper fluid
Only use brake/clutch fluid in
brake/clutch system. Smallamounts of improper fluids(such as engine oil) can causedamage to the brake/clutch sys-tem.
CAUTION - Brake/clutch fluid
Do not allow brake/clutch* fluid
to contact the vehicle's bodypaint, as paint damage willresult.

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When recharging the battery,
observe the following precautions:
The battery must be removed from
the vehicle and placed in an area
with good ventilation.
Watch the battery during charging, and stop or reduce the charging
rate if the battery cells begin
gassing (boiling) violently or if the
temperature of the electrolyte of
any cell exceeds 49°C (120°F).
Wear eye protection when check- ing the battery during charging.
Disconnect the battery charger in the following order.
1. Turn off the battery charger main switch.
2. Unhook the negative clamp from the negative battery terminal.
3. Unhook the positive clamp from the positive battery terminal.
Before performing maintenance or recharging the battery, turn off all
accessories and stop the engine.
The negative battery cable must be removed first and installed last
when the battery is disconnected.Reset items
Items should be reset after the bat-
tery has been discharged or the bat-
tery has been disconnected.
Sunroof (See section 4)
Climate control system (See section 4)
Clock (See section 4, Audio)
Audio (See section 4)

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Temperature -A, B & C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of perform-
ance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law. Tire terminology and definitions
Air Pressure: The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward on
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
kilopascal (kPa) or pounds per
square inch (psi).
Accessory Weight
: This means the
combined weight of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic
transaxle, power seats, and air con-
ditioning.
Aspect Ratio : The relationship of a
tire's height to its width.
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire : A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at alternate
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread. Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of
air pressure in a tire, measured in
kilopascals (kPa) or pounds per
square inch (psi) before a tire has
built up heat from driving.
Curb Weight: This means the weight
of a motor vehicle with standard and
optional equipment including the
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
coolant, but without passengers and
cargo.
DOT Markings: The DOT code
includes the Tire Identification
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
ignator which can also identify the
tire manufacturer, production plant,
brand and date of production.
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Front Axle.
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
Rating for the Rear axle.

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FUSES
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses. This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one
located in the driver’s side panel bol-
ster, the other in the engine compart-
ment near the battery.
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-
sories, or controls do not work, check
the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse
has blown, the element inside the
fuse will melt.
If the electrical system does not
work, first check the driver’s side
fuse panel.
Always replace a blown fuse with
one of the same rating.
If the replacement fuse blows, this
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid
using the system involved and imme-
diately consult an authorized Kia
dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: blade
type for lower amperage rating, car-tridge type, and multi fuse for higheramperage ratings.
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Normal
Normal
Blade type
Cartridge type
Multi fuse Blown
Blown
Normal Blown
WARNING - Fuse replacement
Never replace a fuse with any-
thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a
fire.
Never install a wire or alu- minum foil instead of the
proper fuse - even as a tem-
porary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
a possible fire.
CAUTION - Fusereplacement
Do not use a screwdriver or any
other metal object to removefuses because it may cause ashort circuit and damage thesystem.

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Description Fuse rating Protected component
HTD MIRR 10A ECM/PCM, Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror, A/C Control Module, A/V & Navigation Touch
DR LOCK 20A Door Lock Relay, Door Unlock Relay, 2 Turn Lock Relay
STOP LP 15AStop Lamp Switch, Multipurpose Check Connector, HAC Relay, Stop Lamp Relay,
Sport Mode Switch, Key Solenoid
TCU 10AVehicle Speed Sensor (M/T), ATM Shift Lever Indicator, ATM Key Lock Control Module,
Transaxle Range Switch
ABS 10A ESC Module, ESC Switch, E/R Fuse & Relay Box (Multipurpose Check Connector)
IG 1 10ATire Pressure Monitoring Module, ISG Low DC - DC Converter (Audio/AMP),
Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer Switch, Driver/Passenger Seat Warmer, ISG Switch,
Electro Chromic Mirror, Oil Pump Invertor, Stop Lamp Switch, HAC Relay
P/OUTLET FRT 15A Front Power Outlet
A/BAG 15A SRS Control Module, Weight Classification Module, Telltale Lamp
IGN COIL 15A G4FD : Condenser, Ignition Coil #1 ~ #4
T/SIG 10A Hazard Switch, Multifunction Switch (Light)
CLUSTER 10A BCM, Instrument Cluster (IND.), A/C Control Module, Smart Key Control Module, PDM
ECU 10A ECM, PCM
START 10AE/R Fuse & Relay Box (Start Relay), PDM, Transaxle Range Switch, Ignition Lock Switch,
PCM/ECM
B/UP LP 10A Back-up Lamp Switch (M/T)
A/BAG IND 10A Instrument Cluster (Air Bag IND.)
POWER
CONNECTOR MODULE 15A
Audio, RF Receiver, A/V & Navigation Touch, ISG Low DC - DC Converter (Audio),
A/V & Navigation Head Unit
ROOM LP 10A BCM, Instrument Cluster (IND.), A/C Control Module, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module,
Center Room Lamp, Luggage Lamp,
Overhead Console Assembly (Map Lamp), Ignition Key ILL. & Door Warning Switch,
Vanity Lamp LH/RH

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Engine 1.6
Description Fuse rating Protected component
MULTI FUSE B+ 1
50AI/P Junction Box (Power Window Relay, Fuse - P/WDW LH 25A, P/WDW RH 25A, PDM 2 10A,
HAZARD 15A)
INVERTER 50A Oil Pump Invertor
ALT 125AAlternator, Fuse (ABS 2 40A, ABS 1 40A, RR HTD 40A, BLOWER1 40A, MDPS 80A,
A/CON 10A)
ABS 1 40A ESC Module
ABS 2 40A ESC Module
RR HTD 40A I/P Junction Box (Rear Defogger Relay)
BLOWER 1 40A Blower Relay
MDPS 1 80A EPS Control Module
FUSE IG 2
40A Ignition Switch, PDM Relay Box(IG 1 Realy), Start Relay
IG 1 40A Ignition Switch, PDM Relay Box(IG 2 Realy)
ECU 1 30A Engine Control Relay
H/LP 20A H/LP Relay
C/FAN 30A C/Fan HI Relay, C/Fan Low Relay
B+2 50AI/P Junction Box (Tail Lamp Relay, Fuse - TAIL LP LH 10A, TAIL LP RH 10A, SUNROOF 20A,
AMP 25A, DR LOCK 20A, STOP LP 15A, T/GATE OPEN 15A, (FOG LP FRT) 15A,
Power Connector - ROOM LP 10A, MODULE 15A)
F/PUMP 15A F/Pump Relay
PDM 25A PDM, Smart Key Control Module
SEAT HEATER 20A Driver Seat Warmer, Passenger Seat Warmer
ECU 2 15A PCM/ECM
H/LP HI 20A H/LP HI Relay
HORN 10A Horn Relay

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DescriptionFuse rating Protected component
FUSE DEDICATE DRL 10A BCM
BLOWER 2
10A A/C Control Module (Auto)
SENSOR 1 10A -
SENSOR 2 10AC/Fan HI/Low Relay, PCM/ECM, Purge Control Solenoid Valve, Variable Intake Solenoid Valve,
Canister Close Valve, Immobilizer Module, A/Con Relay
IGN COIL 15A -
ECU 3 20A -
SENSOR 3 15A Oxygen Sensor (Up/Down), F/Pump Relay, Oil Control Valve #1/#2, PCM/ECM
H/LP LH 10A Head Lamp LH
H/LP RH 10A Head Lamp RH
HTD STRG 15A -
WIPER 10A PCM
B/UP LP (AP) 10AElectro Chromic Mirror, Rear Combination Lamp LH/RH, Instrument Cluster,
A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Audio
MDPS 2 10A EPS Control Module
A/CON 10A A/Con Relay

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Engine 2.0
Description Fuse rating Protected component
MULTI FUSE B+ 1
50AI/P Junction Box (Power Window Relay, Fuse - P/WDW LH 25A, P/WDW RH 25A, PDM 2 10A,
HAZARD 15A)
INVERTER 50A Oil Pump Invertor
ALT 125AAlternator, Fuse (ABS 2 40A, ABS 1 40A, RR HTD 40A, BLOWER1 40A, MDPS 80A,
A/CON 10A)
ABS 1 40A ESC Module
ABS 2 40A ESC Module
RR HTD 40A I/P Junction Box (Rear Defogger Relay)
BLOWER 1 40A Blower Relay
MDPS 1 80A EPS Control Module
FUSE IG 2
40A Ignition Switch, PDM Relay Box(IG 1 Realy), Start Relay
IG 1 40A Ignition Switch, PDM Relay Box(IG 2 Realy)
ECU 1 30A Engine Control Relay
H/LP 20A H/LP Relay
C/FAN 30A C/Fan HI Relay, C/Fan Low Relay
B+2 50AI/P Junction Box (Tail Lamp Relay, Fuse - TAIL LP LH 10A, TAIL LP RH 10A, SUNROOF 20A,
AMP 25A, DR LOCK 20A, STOP LP 15A, T/GATE OPEN 15A, (FOG LP FRT) 15A,
Power Connector - ROOM LP 10A, MODULE 15A)
F/PUMP 15A F/Pump Relay
PDM 25A PDM, Smart Key Control Module
SEAT HEATER 20A Driver Seat Warmer, Passenger Seat Warmer
ECU 2 15A PCM/ECM
TCU 20A PCM
H/LP HI 20A H/LP HI Relay
HORN 10A Horn Relay