2018 KIA SOUL Features and Functions Guide

7ALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS *IF EQUIPPED
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
To enter Service Mode, press the Mode/Select button A
and select User Settings , then scroll to Service Mode
by pressing Move/Reset button B Press the Mode/Select
button A to enter System will display number of miles
remaining until next service is due, and type of service
When service is required, the following will be displayed:
Service Required
To reset the Service Mode system, press and hold the
Move/Reset button B for more than 1 second
To turn Service In OFF, go to User Settings
Service Interval Setting
To set the service interval when in User Settings mode:
•Press the Move/Reset button B and scroll to Service Interval
Press the Mode/Select button A to enter
•Press the Move/Reset button B and toggle to ON, then press
the Move/Select button A
Then press the Move/Reset
button B to scroll and select
the desired miles or months for
your next service
•Press the Mode/Select button A to enter
SET
CRUISE
RES
CANCELMODE
VOL
VOL
User Settings Mode*Service Mode*
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To enter the User Settings mode in the LCD Instrument
Cluster Modes, press the Mode/Select button A when the
vehicle is at a standstill and with the Engine Start /Stop*
button in the ON position and select User Settings
You can navigate the selections on the display by pressing
the Move/Reset button B, and then selecting the item by
pressing the Mode/Select button A
Driving Assist*:
•Rear Cross Traffic Alert*
•FCW (Forward Collision Warning)*
•BSD (Blind Spot Detection)*
Door/Liftgate:
•Auto Door Lock
•Auto Door Unlock
•Two Press Unlock
•Horn Feedback
Lights:
•One-Touch Turn Signal*
•Headlamp Delay*
Sound:
•Park Assist System Volume*
•Welcome Sound*
Service Interval:
•Set mileage/months
•ON/OFF
Convenience:
•Gear Position Pop-Up*
Other Features:
•Fuel Economy Auto Reset
•Fuel Economy Unit
•Temperature Unit
Language:
•Language Setting
A
B
(For Type B cluster; Buttons located on Steering Wheel)
(Instrument cluster LCD screen shown)
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LCD Display Video
LCD Display: Maintenance Video
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
ECO Mode (Active ECO)*
Active ECO helps improve fuel economy by controlling
several vehicle components When activated, it optimizes
drivetrain operations such as engine power and
transmission to help improve fuel economy
To turn ON, press the DRIVE MODE button A The green
ECO indicator light B in the instrument cluster will
illuminate, indicating that Active ECO is operating
The Active ECO System will remain on even when the
ignition is cycled
To turn Active ECO OFF, press the button A again
(Type B cluster)
B(For Type B cluster; Button located on Steering Wheel)
To help improve your fuel efficiency: •
Drive at a moderate speed, accelerating smoothly and at a moderate rate •
Keep tires inflated to the recommended pressure •Be sure the wheels are properly aligned
QUICK TIPS
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A
DRIVE MODE
Drive Mode Integrated Control System*
The Drive Mode may be selected based on the driver’s
preferences and road conditions
To cycle through the different Drive Modes A, press the
DRIVE MODE button B The instrument cluster will display
SPORT or ECO when selected When in NORMAL mode, it
will not display in the instrument cluster
REMINDERS:
•
The system is turned ON and in NORMAL mode when ignition is in the ON position
•
When ECO mode is selected, the indicator will display and system remains on, even when ignition is cycled Otherwise the system will default to NORMAL
•Steering effort may be slightly increased in Sport mode
(Button located on Steering Wheel)
Your vehicle’s steering wheel buttons may differ from those in the illustrations. See your Owner’s Manual for more details
A
SETCRUISERESCANCELMODEVOL
VOL
DRIVE MODEDRIVE MODE
B
ECO
NORMAL
SPORT
Dual Clutch Transmission*
NORMALSPORT

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DRIVER'S PANEL
Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) / Forward Collision Warning (FCW)*
The AEB and FCWS help to alert the driver when rapidly approaching a
vehicle that is slowing down, braking or stopped A warning message will
appear on the LCD screen and a chime will sound
The FCWS will become active when the vehicle is traveling more than
10 mph The AEB will become active when the vehicle is traveling more
than 6 mph
Select alert settings (Early, Normal, Late) in the User Settings in the
instrument cluster LCD display To turn the AEB/FCWS off, go to User
Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes
The Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB) / Forward Collision Warning (FCW)* are not substitutes for safe and proper driving. Always drive safely and use caution. The FCWS will be activated by default when the ignition is cycled ON, even when previous setting to OFF.
Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS)*
With the Engine Start /Stop button in the ON position, press the LDWS button A
(shown on previous page) to turn system ON The instrument cluster indicator
will illuminate white
If the LDWS detects that you are veering outside of your lane, the system may issue
a warning on the LCD screen and an alert may sound, under these conditions:
•The vehicle exceeds approximately 40 mph
•The LDWS system recognizes the lane the vehicle is traveling in
If LDWS button is ON/OFF and ignition is cycled, the system returns to
its previous state
REMINDER: LDWS will not issue a warning if the turn signal or hazard lights are activated
REMINDERS:
• The FCWS and AEB will be activated by default when vehicle power is cycled on, even when previous setting is off
• The FCWS will not operate when the vehicle is traveling more than approximately 50 mph
The Lane Departure Warning System (LDWS) is not a substitute for safe and proper driving. Always drive safely and use caution. LDWS may not always alert the driver if the vehicle is driven outside of its lane.
When the LDWS sensor detects the lane traveling in, the lane is illuminatedWhen the LDWS sensor does not detect the lane traveling in the lanes is not illuminatedWhen the LDWS sensor detects the vehicle veering outside of the lane traveling in, the lane the vehicle’s crossing will blink (shown in both images above)Lane DepartureLane Departure
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A
Lane Departure Warning System Video
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DRIVER'S PANEL
Blind Spot Detection (BSD) System*
Blind Spot Detection w/ RCTA Video
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For more information on the BSD System, refer to your Owner’s Manual.
The above images are for illustration purposes only and may not reflect actual operation.
The BSD system uses radar sensors to help alert the driver before
changing lanes The light on the BSD button A will illuminate when
turned ON The outside rearview mirror warning lights will also
illuminate for 3 seconds
The system will become active when the vehicle is traveling more than
20 mph and will alert the driver if another vehicle is detected by the
radar sensor, up to 230 feet away
Blind Spot Detection (BSD)* / Lane Change Assist (LCA)*
1st-stage alert: When another vehicle is detected within the BSD System
boundary B, or when a vehicle is detected within the LCA boundary
approaches at a high speed, a yellow indicator will illuminate on the outside
rearview mirrors
2nd-stage alert: When 1st-stage alert is on and the driver activates a turn
signal, a flashing yellow indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview
mirrors and the system will sound an alert
RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert)
If the RCTA system sensors detect approaching vehicles from the left
or right side C, the system will sound an audible alert, the warning
indicators on the outside rearview mirror will illuminate and a message
will appear on the LCD screen, with these conditions:
•When the gear shift is in Reverse
•When the vehicle is moving less than 6 mph
REMINDERS:
•
When the BSD is ON and the vehicle power is cycled to OFF then ON again, the BSD system returns to ON
•
The RCTA feature can be turned OFF/ON in User Settings
•
The FCWS will not operate when the vehicle is traveling more than approximately 50 mph
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B
C

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DRIVER'S PANEL
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during cornering
maneuvers It is a good idea to keep the ESC turned ON for daily driving
whenever possible
Press ESC button A to turn ESC OFF/ON
REMINDERS:
•
ESC is turned ON by default at vehicle start-up When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
•
The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever the ESC is active
Hill-Start Assist Control (HAC)
HAC helps prevent the vehicle from rolling backward when accelerating
from a stop while on a steep incline The HAC automatically activates
whether the ESC is OFF or ON, but does NOT activate when the ESC has
malfunctioned
REMINDER: The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
•
•HAC provides a 2-second delay before the vehicle may start rolling backwards •When HAC is active (e g , accelerating from a stop on an incline), you may notice that the brakes will momentarily remain engaged after you depress the accelerator
QUICK TIPS
(Buttons located on left side of Driver’s Panel)
For more information on Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and its specific features and operations, please refer to your Owner’s Manual.
A
Instrument Panel Dimmer
With parking lights / headlights ON, press switch A + or – to adjust
display brightness of the instrument panel illumination
REMINDERS:
•
Door Mood Lamp is a fixed brightness and cannot be adjusted (not to be confused with Advanced Mood Lighting Speaker)
•
The Instrument Panel Dimmer does not adjust brightness on the audio/navigation system* screens; use the SETUP modes to adjust brightness on the screen
A
(Buttons located on left side of Driver’s Panel)

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DRIVER'S PANEL
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•The mirrors will automatically unfold when the Smart Key* is within close proximity to the vehicle and the switch is in the AUTO position
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock
A Pull/Press to operate Driver’s and Front Passenger’s window
Auto Up/Down*
B Press to Unlock /Lock All Doors
C Press to disable Rear Passenger Windows
REMINDER: When button C is pressed, window controls for the Rear Passenger Windows are disabled
Power Folding Outside Mirrors*
Toggle switch D left or right to select mirror Then press arrows to
adjust mirror position
Toggle button E left /right to unfold/fold the outside rearview mirrors
Toggle button E to center to automatically fold/unfold mirrors when:
•The Smart Key Lock /Unlock buttons are pressed
•The door outside handle button is pressed
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock
Auto Door Lock /Unlock will engage when the gear shift
is moved in to or out of the P (Park) position Refer to the
User Settings in the LCD Instrument Cluster modes on
how to turn Auto Door Lock /Unlock ON/OFF
Heated Outside Mirrors*
Mirror heaters controlled with Rear Defroster
A
B
C
DE
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REMINDERS:
•
To automatically fold mirrors when exiting vehicle, press the LOCK button on the Smart Key
•
To lock position of mirrors, toggle the L /R mirror switch to the neutral (center) position
•
Press button again to stop Auto Up/Down function
QUICK TIP
Button configuration may vary depending on vehicle model.

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DRIVER'S PANEL
Engine Start/Stop Button*
To start the engine:
1 Depress the brake pedal
2 Press the ENGINE START/STOP button while gear shift is in P (Park)
(light B will turn green)
To turn the engine OFF – Press the ENGINE START/STOP button again
To use the ENGINE START/STOP button, you must have the Smart Key
fob on your person or inside the vehicle
REMINDERS:
• In an emergency situation while the vehicle is in motion, you are able to turn the engine off and to the ACC position by pressing the ENGINE START/STOP button for more than 2 seconds or 3 times successively within 3 seconds
• If Smart Key fob battery is dead, with the lock button facing the ENGINE START/STOP button, hold the fob up against the ENGINE START/STOP button and press
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A
B
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To use electrical accessories: ACC position • When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button once (amber light A )
On position • When already in the ACC position (amber light A ) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button again (reddish-orange light B )
• When in the OFF position (no light) and without depressing the brake pedal, press the ENGINE START/STOP button twice (reddish-orange light B )
Keeping the vehicle in ACC or the ON position without engine running may discharge the vehicle’s battery.
QUICK TIPS
(Button located above Gear Shift)
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STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
To adjust the Steering Wheel, push down the lock-release
lever A and adjust to desired angle B and distance C
When finished, pull up the lock-release lever A to lock
Steering Wheel in place
Tilt/Telescoping Steering WheelHeated Steering Wheel Button*
Press button D to turn ON/OFF steering wheel heater, while the Engine
Start /Stop Button is in the ON position Steering wheel heater will turn off
automatically in 30 minutes, or when button is pressed again to deactivate

B
C
A

If ignition is turned OFF, then ON again, within 30 minutes of steering wheel heater being turned on, system will automatically be set ON again
QUICK TIP
(Buttons located on left side of Driver’s Panel)
It may be helpful to pull/push bottom of Steering Wheel towards/away from you to adjust desired distance prior to adjusting the angle
QUICK TIPS
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