2023 KIA SOUL open hood

TABLE OF CONTENTS
VIDEOS & QR CODES Inside Cover
INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
Instrument Cluster Overview 03
Indicators & Warning Lights 04
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) 05
Fuel Economy / Tips for Economical Driving 05
Drive Mode Integrated Control System 06
VEHICLE SETTINGS
Instrument Cluster LCD Modes 07
Trip Modes / Trip Computer 07
User Settings* - Instrument Cluster 08
Vehicle Settings* - Infotainment System 08
Sound-Reactive Mood Light* 09
Service Interval Mode* 09
ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE
SYSTEM (ADAS)
Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist (FCA)* 10
Lane Keeping Assist (LK A) 11
Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA) 12
Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISL A)* 13
Manual Speed Limit Assist (MSL A) 14
Driver Attention Warning (DAW) 14
Leading Vehicle Departure Alert (LVDA) 15
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC)* 1 6
Cruise Control (CC)* 17
Lane Following Assist (LFA)* 18
Highway Driving Assist (HDA)* 19
Rear View Monitor (RVM) 19
Rear Cross-traffic Collision Avoidance Assist
(RCCA) 20
DRIVER’S PANEL
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) 21
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC) 21
DRIVER’S PANEL (CONTINUED)
Instrument Panel Dimmer 21
Start/Stop Button* 22
Power Windows, Window Lock
& Central Door Lock 23
Rear Door Locks 23
Power/Heated* Outside Mirrors 23
Automatic Door Lock/Unlock 23
STEERING WHEEL CONTROLS
Heated Steering Wheel* 24
Tilt/Telescoping Steering Wheel 24
Headlights & High Beams 25
High Beam Assist (HBA)* 25
Turn Signals & Fog Lights* 25
Windshield Wipers & Washers 26
Rear Wiper & Washer* 26
INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM
Audio Controls 27
Bluetooth® Wireless Technology 28
Android Auto™ / Apple CarPlay® Setup 30
Standard Audio System* 31
Kia Connect Activation* 32
Kia Connect Assistance* 32
Kia Access App Download 33
Kia Access App Features Guide 33
Kia Connect with Navigation* 34
CENTER PANEL
Digital Clock - Infotainment System 35
Multimedia USB Port, Power Outlets
& USB Charger Ports* 35
Automatic Climate Control* 36
Manual Climate Control* 37
Wireless Smartphone Charging System* 38
CENTER PANEL (CONTINUED)
Idle, Stop & Go (ISG) System 39
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)* 40
Auto Hold* 40
Automatic Gear Shift with Sportmatic® Shifting 41
S E AT I N G
Power Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 42
Seat Warmers* 42
Front Seat Headrest Adjustment 43
6-Way Manual Adjustable Driver ’s Seat* 43
Unfastening Center Seat Belt 44
Folding Rear Seats 44
Rear Occupant Alert (ROA) System
with Door Monitoring* 45
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Map/Room Lamps 46
Sunvisor 46
Smart Key with Remote Start 47
Remote Keyless Entry* (Folding Key) 48
Double-Turn Lock/Unlock All 48
Fuel Cap Open Warning Indicator* 48
Fuel Door Release Lever 48
Sunroof Operation with Sunshade* 49
Hood Release Lever and Latch 50
Liftgate Release Button 50
SAFETY FEATURES
Child-Protector Rear Door Locks 51
Occupant Detection System (ODS) /
Passenger Airbag Off Indicator 51
Seat Belts 52
LEGAL DISCLAIMERS Inside Back Cover
NORMAL MAINTENANCE Back Cover
2†LEGAL DISCL AIMERS ON BACK INSIDE COVER | *IF EQUIPPEDSOUL FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE

CENTER PANEL
39 *IF EQUIPPEDALWAYS CHECK THE OWNER ’S MANUAL FOR COMPLETE OPER ATING INFORMATION AND SAFET Y WARNINGS
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Idle, Stop & Go (ISG) System*
The ISG system is designed to help reduce fuel consumption by automatically shutting down the engine when the vehicle is at a standstill
When the ISG system is ON, the vehicle is at a standstill, and all preconditions have been met, the engine will stop and the green AUTO STOP indicator on the instrument cluster will illuminate
The engine will restart when the brake pedal is released or the shift lever is moved from D (Drive) to the R (Reverse) position or to Manual Shift mode* When engine restarts, the green AUTO STOP indicator on the instrument cluster will turn off
To deactivate the ISG System, press the ISG OFF button A (LED lit) If you press again, the system will be activated
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
REMINDERS:
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When the AUTO STOP indicator illuminates solid yellow, the system is activated without faults, but will not operate until all the conditions are met
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ISG is active by default at vehicle star t-up When ignition is cycled, ISG will turn ON again
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Under cer tain conditions, the engine will restar t automatically even if the brake pedal is still depressed
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If the AUTO STOP indicator is continuously blinking yellow and the ISG but ton LED is on, please contact an authorized Kia dealer
(But ton located in panel to the left of steering wheel)
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Idle, Stop & GoVideo
QR CODE
•The ISG system is disabled when:
- A seat belt is unfastened
- The hood or a door is opened
- Bat ter y condition is poor
- The front or rear defroster is turned on
- Engine coolant temperature is low
- The outside ambient temperature is too low/high
- Emission control devices activate
- The vehicle is on a steep slope
QUICK TIPS
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50*IF EQUIPPEDSOUL FEATURES & FUNCTIONS GUIDE
OTHER KEY FEATURES
OTHER KEY FEATURES
Opening the Hood:
Located on the bottom left of the driver ’s panel, pull the Hood Release Lever A to unlatch the Hood
In the front of the vehicle, lift the Hood slightly, push the secondary Latch B inside of the Hood’s center to the left, and lift the Hood
(But ton is located underneath the Liftgate lid)
Hood Release Lever and Latch
Closing the Hood:
Lower the Hood by pressing the front center of the Hood Then, release hood to drop into place and securely latch
REMINDERS:
•While lowering and closing, keep hands away from under the Hood
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Open the Hood only after turning the engine off, on a flat sur face, with the gear shift in P (Park) position and set ting the parking brake
•Make sure the hood is securely closed before driving
REMINDER: When closing, be mindful of any objects or persons
Liftgate Release Button
With Liftgate unlocked, press the Liftgate Release button C and pull the Liftgate lid up by the handle to open
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
•The Liftgate must be unlocked before it can be opened by the Liftgate Release But ton
•The Liftgate unlocks automatically and then can be opened manually when the Smar t Key* is within close proximit y to the vehicle
QUICK TIPS
Refer to the inside front cover for more information on QR codes www youtube com/KiaFeatureVideos
Liftgate Buttons and Operation Video
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C
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