2016 KIA SOUL climate control

ESSENTIAL FEATURES
Air Conditioning / Climate Control* 25
Active ECO System* 08
Audio Systems – Standard Audio Systems* 20
Audio Systems - UVO eServices System* 22
Audio Systems - UVO eServices/Premium Navigation System* 23
Aux/USB/iPod
® Port & Power Outlets 24
Bluetooth
® Wireless Technology 18
Cruise Control* 17
Digital Clock 24
Folding Rear Seatback 31
ISG (Idle, Stop, Go) System* 09
Manual Gear Shift* 28
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 40
Tire Mobility Kit 37
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers*
15
VIDEOS & QR CODES 02
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview 03
Indicators & Warning Lights 04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05
Fuel Economy 05
Trip Computer / Tripmeter 06
LCD Instrument Cluster Modes* 06
User Settings Mode* 07
Service Mode* 07
Active ECO System* 08
Forward Collision Warning System (FCWS)*
08
DRIVER’S PANEL Instrument Panel Dimmer 09
ISG (Idle, Stop, Go) System* 09
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 10
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC) 10
Power Windows, Window Lock & Central Door Lock 11
Automatic Door Lock /Unlock 11
Heated Outside Mirrors* 11
Power Outside Mirrors* 11
Engine Start/Stop Button* 12
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS Tilt/ Telescoping Steering Wheel 13
Heated Steering Wheel Button* 13
Headlights & High Beams 14
Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 14
Windshield Wipers & Washers 15
Rear Wiper & Washer* 15
FlexSteer™ Steering Wheel Mode 16
Audio Controls 17
Cruise Control* 17
Bluetooth
® Wireless Technology 18
AUDIO SYSTEMS Standard Audio System ( Type A)* 20
Standard Audio System ( Type B)* 21
UVO eServices System* 22
UVO eServices with Premium Navigation System* 23 CENTER PANEL
Advanced (Mood) Lighting Speaker* 24
Aux/USB/iPod
® Port 24
Power Outlets 24
Digital Clock 24
Automatic Climate Control* 25
Manual Climate Control* 26
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic
® Shifting* 27
Manual Gear Shift* 28
S E AT I N G Seat Warmers / Ventilated Seats* 29
Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat* 29
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver’s Seat
30
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 30
Folding Rear Seatback 31
OTHER KEY FEATURES Smart Key* 32
Remote Keyless Entry* (Folding Key) 33
Double-Turn Lock /Unlock All 33
Fuel Cap Open Warning Indicator* 33
Map/Room Lamps 34
Sunvisor 34
Panoramic Sunroof Operation* 35
Rear-Camera Display* 36
Hood Release Lever and Latch 37
Fuel Door Release Lever 37
Tire Mobility Kit 37
Rear Hatch Release Button 38
Child Safety Locks 38
SAFETY FEATURES Seat Belts 39
Seat Belt Retractor Locks 39
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 40
NORMAL MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE 41
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS (See Back Inside Cover Page)
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Driving while distracted can result in a loss of vehicle control that may
lead to an accident, severe personal injury and death. The driver’s
primary responsibility is in the safe and legal operation of a vehicle, and
use of any handheld devices, other equipment or vehicle systems which
take the driver’s eyes, attention and focus away from the safe operation
of a vehicle or that are not permissible by law should never be used
during operation of the vehicle.

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Automatic Climate Control*
(Type B)
Climate Control Auto Function:
1 Press AUTO to select Full Auto Operation - The Auto setting
automatically controls the airflow modes, fan speeds, air intake
and air conditioning according to the temperature setting selected
2 Set desired Temperature
REMINDERS:

• Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button
is not pressed ON (LED lit)

• Pressing any button during AUTO operation will deactivate
the AUTO function and switch to manual mode, except for
Temperature Control
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press
the mode selection buttons:
Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level
Fan Speed Control buttons Mode Selection button
Display CLIMATE control information
Rear Windshield Defroster button Automatic Climate
Control button Recirculated Air button
Front Windshield Defroster button
Air Conditioning ON/OFF button
Temperature Control knob
System OFF button

•

•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce
window fogging

•Defrost mode activates A /C and opens Fresh
Air Vent

•During Auto Operation the A /C indicator will NOT
illuminate The fan speed, air intake, air flow and
air conditioning may automatically engage at any
time to reach desired temperature and reduce
humidity
QUICK TIPS
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1 Set Fan Speed to the
highest position
2 Set Temperature to Hot
3 Press the Defrost button Defog Inside Windshield:
1 Set desired Fan Speed
2 Set desired Temperature
3 Press the Defrost button

Your Automatic Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details
ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED
CENTER PANEL

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Manual Climate Control*
Defrost Outside Windshield:
1 Set Fan Speed to the highest position
2 Set Temperature to Hot
3 Rotate knob to the Front Defroster mode Defog Inside Windshield:
1 Set Fan Speed to desired position
2 Set desired Temperature
3 Rotate knob to the Front Defroster mode

Fan Speed
Control knob Recirculated Air button
Mode Selection knobRear Defroster button Temperature Control knob
Air Conditioning
ON/OFF button
REMINDER: Warm air may flow in through vents if Recirculated Air button is not pressed ON (LED lit)

Your Manual Climate Control system may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for
more details
Air Flow Modes
To select Air Flow Modes, press
the Mode selection buttons:Face-Level
Bi-Level
F lo o r- L evel
Floor/Defrost-Level

•

•Defrost Mode activates A /C and opens Fresh Air Vent
•MA X A /C Mode automatically engages Recirculated Air
•Keep inside glass as clean as possible to reduce window fogging
QUICK TIPS
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QUICK TIP
Normal Maintenance Schedule
When your vehicle requires service, remember that your dealer knows your vehicle best Your dealer has factory-trained technicians, recommended special tools,
genuine Kia replacement parts and is dedicated to your complete satisfaction For expert advice and quality service, see your authorized Kia dealer
Check your Maintenance Schedule or schedule an appointment with a dealer using your UVO eServices account by logging into your UVO App or your account
on MyUVO com ( Vehicles equipped with UVO eServices only - See page 22/23 for setup information)
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available from
your authorized Kia dealer along with infor mation on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
7,500 miles
PERFORM

• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Add fuel additive
1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)

• Battery condition

• Air cleaner filter

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Cooling system
2

• Drive shaft and boots

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Fuel lines, hoses and
connections

• Brake pedal and operation
• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints

• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts

• Vacuum hose

• Check your Maintenance
INSPECT*
15,000 miles
PERFORM

• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Add fuel additive
1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Climate control air filter (For evaporator and blower unit)**

• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
INSPECT*
• Battery condition

• Air cleaner filter

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Cooling system
2

• Drive shaft and boots

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Fuel lines, hoses and
connections

• Brake pedal and operation
• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Disc brakes and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints

• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER detergent gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available
from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED
MAINTENANCE

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22,500 miles
PERFORM
• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Add fuel additive
1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
INSPECT*
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available
from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt

• Battery condition

• Air cleaner filter

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Cooling system
2

• Drive shaft and boots

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Fuel lines, hoses and
connections

• Brake pedal and operation
• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Disc brakes and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints

• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts 30,000 miles
PERFORM

• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Add fuel additive
1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Climate control air filter (For evaporator and blower unit)**

• Air cleaner filter

• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
INSPECT*
• Battery condition

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Cooling system
2

• Drive shaft and boots

• Fuel Filter
3

• Fuel tank air filter3

• Manual transaxle fluid** ( Every
37,500 miles)

• Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Fuel lines, hoses and connections

• Brake pedal and operation

• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Disc brakes and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints

• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available
from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
3 Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended
for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow
restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of
maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details
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3 7, 5 0 0 miles
PERFORM
• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Add fuel additive
1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
INSPECT*
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available
from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt

• Battery condition

• Air cleaner filter

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Cooling system
2

• Drive shaft and boots

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Fuel lines, hoses and
connections

• Brake pedal and operation
• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Disc brakes and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints

• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts 45,000 miles
PERFORM

• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Fuel additive
1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Climate control air filter (For evaporator and blower unit)**

• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
INSPECT*
• Battery condition

• Air cleaner filter

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Cooling system
2

• Drive shaft and boots

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Fuel lines, hoses and
connections

• Brake pedal and operation
• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Disc brakes and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints

• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available
from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS. *IF EQUIPPED
MAINTENANCE

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52,500 miles
PERFORM
• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Add fuel additive
1
(Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
INSPECT* 60,000 miles
PERFORM

• Rotate tire - including tire pressure and tread wear (Every 7,500 miles)

• Add fuel additive1 (Every 7,500 miles)
REPLACE
• Climate control air filter (For evaporator and blower unit)**

• Air cleaner filter

• Engine oil and filter (Every 7,500 miles)
INSPECT*
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available
from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt
3 Fuel filter & Fuel tank air filter are considered to be maintenance free but periodic inspection is recommended
for this maintenance schedule depends on fuel quality If there are some important safety matters like fuel flow
restriction, surging, loss of power, hard starting problem etc, replace the fuel filter immediately regardless of
maintenance schedule and consult an authorized Kia dealer for details
4 The drive belt should be replaced when cracks occur or tension is reduced excessively

• Battery condition

• Air cleaner filter

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Cooling system
2

• Drive shaft and boots

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Fuel lines, hoses and
connections

• Brake pedal and operation
• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Disc brakes and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints

• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts
*And, if necessary, adjust, correct, clean or replace ** If equipped
1 If TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline is not available, one bottle of additive is recommended Additives are available
from your authorized Kia dealer along with information on how to use them Do not mix other additives
2 Inspect “Water Pump” when replacing the drive belt or timing belt

• Battery condition

• Cooling system2

• Air conditioning compressor,
air conditioner refrigerant and
performance**

• Brake fluid / clutch fluid**

• Drive shaft and boots

• Brake pedal and operation

• Chassis/body, nuts and bolts

• Drum brake and pads**

• Disc brakes and pads**

• Exhaust pipe and muffler

• Front suspension ball joints
• Fuel tank, cap, lines and hoses

• Lubricate all locks and hinges

• Parking brakes

• Steering operation and linkage

• Suspension mounting bolts

• Fuel filter
3

• Fuel lines, fuel hoses and
connections

• Fuel tank air filter
3

• Vapor hose and fuel filler cap

• Drive belt4 (First, 60,000 miles,
after every 15,000 miles)
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MAINTENANCE

Air Conditioning / Climate Control –
pages 25-26

Demonstrate Air Flow Modes, Defog and Defrosting Windshield.
Windshield/Rear Wipers & Washers* – page 15
Automatic* Manual*
Manual Gear Shift* –
page 28
Demonstrate lifting ring for reverse gear
To operate:
• Move lever Up/Down to change Wiper modes
• Rotate INT switch to adjust Intermittent Wipe Speed
• Pull to spray and wipe
M I S T: Single wipe
I N T: Intermittent wipe
LO: Slow wipe
HI: Fast wipe
OFF:
Wiper off To operate:
•
Rotate Rear Wiper switch to change
Wiper modes
• Push to spray and wipe
ON : Normal wipe
INT : Intermittent wipe
OFF : Wiper Off
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