2023 KIA SOUL parking brake

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
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INSTRUMENT CLUSTER
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INSTRUMENTCLUSTER
For ward Safet y Warning Light*
High Beam Assist Indicator*
High Beam Indicator Light
Low Beam Indicator Light*
Light ON Indicator Light
Front Fog Light Indicator*
Master Warning Light
Idle, Stop & Go (ISG) Indicator*
SPORTSPORT Mode Indicator Light*
ECOECO Mode Indicator Light*
Electronic Power Steering (EPS) Warning Light*
Charging System Warning Light
Engine Oil Pressure Warning Light
Airbag Warning Light
Parking Brake & Brake Fluid Warning Light
Seat Belt Warning Light
Fuel Cap / Malfunction Indicator (Check Engine Light)
Low Tire Pressure Light / Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Malfunction Indicator
Electronic Brakeforce Distribution (EBD) System Warning Light (Two separate indicators on Instrument Cluster lit at same time)
Electronic Stabilit y Control (ESC) Indicator
Electronic Stabilit y Control (ESC) OFF Indicator
LED Headlamp Warning Light*
Immobilizer Indicator Light*
Low Fuel Level Warning Light
Door Ajar Warning Light*
Cruise Indicator Light*
Lane Safet y Indicator Light*
Low Windshield Washer Fluid
Liftgate Open Warning Light*
This illustration is for demonstration purposes only Some indicators and warning lights may not appear in illustration On the vehicle, they may appear in the LCD
Your vehicle’s instrument cluster & indicator light locations may differ from those in the illustrations
For more information on the instrument cluster, the LCD Warning Messages and the function of all indicator and warning lights, please refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual
Indicators & Warning Lights
A LCD - Gear Shift Position, Odometer, Trip Modes /
Trip Computer, Exterior Temperature
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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (ADAS)
ADAS
Blind-spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)†3
BCA uses rear corner radar sensors in the rear bumper to monitor and warn the driver in certain situations if it detects an approaching vehicle in the driver ’s blind spot area and before changing lanes Initially, BCA provides Blind-spot Collision Warning when it detects a potential collision with a vehicle, emitting an audible warning and visual alert on the outside rearview mirrors If there is a risk of collision when driving forward out of a parking space, BCA can help avoid a collision by assisting and applying the brake
Vehicle detection warning: When another vehicle is detected within collision warning boundary A, an indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors B
Collision warning: When vehicle detection warning is on and the driver activates a turn signal, a flashing indicator will illuminate on the outside rearview mirrors and the system will sound a warning
Collision-Avoidance Assist: If BCA determines that there is a collision risk with an approaching vehicle in the blind spot, BCA can help avoid collision by applying the brake
BCA Settings:
•BCA can be turned on/off by going to the User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System
•Only adjust settings when the vehicle is at a standstill, gear shift is in Park and the ignition is turned on or the Engine Start/Stop button* in the ON position
•To access User settings* in the Instrument Cluster - Press the Mode button C on the Steering Wheel to toggle to User Settings Press the OK button D up/down to toggle to Driver Assistance, then select Blind-spot Safety
•To access Vehicle settings* in the Infotainment System – Press the SETUP key or the onscreen SETUP button Press VEHICLE to enter Vehicle Settings Select Driver Assistance, then Blind-spot Safety
REMINDERS:
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BCA may sound when making a left turn Maintain a proper distance from oncoming vehicles •
BCA will not issue a warning if the vehicle speed is 6 mph or more above the surrounding vehicles •
When BCA is ON and the ignition is cycled, BCA returns to its previous BCA set ting state
When engaged, BCA is a supplemental function Do not solely rely on this system and always pay at tention to the road and its conditions
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
The images on this page are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation
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Blind-spot Collision- Avoidance Assist (BCA) Video
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•Warning Volume can be adjusted in the User Set tings in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Set tings* on the audio head unit Go to Driver Assistance, then Warning Volume •BCA will activate when: -Blind-spot Safet y is enabled in the set tings -
Other vehicles are detected on the rear sides of the vehicle -A Collision Warning can be issued when the vehicle speed is above approximately 12 mph -A Collision-Avoidance Assist can be issued when the vehicle speed is below 2 mph and the vehicle in your blind spot is above 3 mph
QUICK TIPS
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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (ADAS)
ADAS
Cruise Control (CC)*†1 5
A Driving Assist button: Press to turn the Cruise Control On/Off The indicator will illuminate on the instrument cluster and the set speed will automatically activate at the vehicle’s current speed
B + switch: Press up to increase Set speed
- switch: Press down to set or decrease Set Speed
C Pause/Resume button: Press to pause Cruise Control Press again to resume Cruise Control
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
•Cruise Control is designed to function at above 20 mph
•Cruise Control will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after ignition ON or engine star t
QUICK TIPS
REMINDER: In standard Cruise Control, the driver needs to manually assess the distance from other vehicles as the system will not automatically apply brakes
N S C C is a supplemental system and is not a substitute for safe driving It is the responsibilit y of the driver to always check the speed and distance to the vehicle ahead
Images are for illustrative purposes only and may not reflect actual feature or operation
See section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information For more set ting information, refer to the Car Infotainment System Quick Reference Guide
REMINDERS:
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CRUISE indicator must be ON in order to operate SCC
•The speed set ting will need to be reset when ignition is cycled
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The distance set tings are approximations and may var y depending on vehicle speed See the owner ’s manual for more information
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SCC is also canceled when the driver ’s door is opened, gear shift is changed out of D (Drive), Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) is activated and various other conditions See owner ’s manual for other conditions
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If SCC is left on, it can be activated inadver tently Keep the system off when not in use to avoid set ting a speed which the driver is not aware of
•The navigation par t of NSCC does not function when a destination is not set on the infotainment navigation system
•NSCC requires an active navigation subscription
•NSCC is only available on controlled access roads and highways
•If your vehicle speed is bet ween 0-20 mph when you press the Driving Assist but ton to turn NSCC on, the set speed will be set to 20 mph
•When following a vehicle, the system can automatically adjust your cruise speed based on the vehicle detected in front It will even bring the vehicle to a complete stop if necessar y If the vehicle remains at a standstill for more than 3 seconds, you must depress the accelerator pedal or press the +/- switch up/down to star t the vehicle
•NSCC is designed to function above approximately 20 mph only
•NSCC will not activate until the brake pedal has been depressed at least once after ignition ON or engine star t
QUICK TIPS
Navigation-based Smart Cruise Control (NSCC)† 3,7 (Continued)
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ADVANCED DRIVER ASSISTANCE SYSTEM (ADAS)
ADAS
Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA)*†3
Rear Cross-traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist (RCCA), under certain conditions, is designed to warn the driver and may activate the Electronic Stability Control (ESC) and temporarily apply braking if it detects cross traffic approaching the vehicle, when vehicle is in reverse
When the RCCA rear-corner radar sensors detect approaching vehicles from the rear left or rear right side of the vehicle A, RCCA will sound a warning, the warning indicators on the outside rearview mirror will illuminate and a message will appear on the Instrument Cluster LCD B If RCCA detects that the collision risk has increased, RCCA automatically applies the brakes to reduce your speed, potentially helping to minimize the effects of a possible collision
RCCA is designed to operate under the following conditions:
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When the gear shift is in Reverse
•When the vehicle is moving slower than 6 mph
RCCA Settings:
•RCCA can be turned on/off by going to the User Settings* in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Settings* in the Infotainment System
•Only adjust settings when the vehicle is at a standstill, gear shift is in Park and the ignition is ON or the Engine Start/Stop button* in the ON position
•To enable in User settings* in the Instrument Cluster - Press the Mode button C on the Steering Wheel to toggle to User Settings Press the OK button D up/down to toggle to Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety Select Rear Cross-traffic Safety and press the OK button D
•To enable in Vehicle settings* in the Infotainment System – Press the SETUP key or the onscreen SETUP button Press VEHICLE to enter Vehicle Settings Select Driver Assistance, then Parking Safety and select Rear Cross Traffic Safety
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
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Rear Cross-traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA) Video
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REMINDERS:
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When vehicle power is cycled, RCCA is turned on
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When a vehicle is approaching within the sensing range, and traveling faster than 3 mph, RCCA will show a warning
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RCCA is a supplemental system Do not solely rely on this system and always pay at tention to the road and its conditions

Warning Volume* can be adjusted in the User Set tings in the Instrument Cluster or the Vehicle Set tings on the audio head unit Go to Driver Assistance, then Warning Volume
QUICK TIP
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B
(Controls located on right side of Steering Wheel)
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DRIVER’S PANEL
DRIVER’SPANEL
Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)†5
HAC is designed to 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
Instrument Panel Dimmer
With parking lights / headlights ON, press the button B + or – to adjust display brightness of the instrument panel illumination
Illumination
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REMINDERS:
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Door Mood Lamp is a fixed brightness and cannot be adjusted (not to be confused with Advanced Mood Lighting Speaker)
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If the brightness reaches to the maximum or minimum level, an alarm will sound
REMINDERS:
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The HAC does not operate when the gear shift is in the P (Park) or the N (Neutral) position
•In the event of HAC system malfunction, see an Authorized Kia Dealer for ser vice
•HAC does not replace the need to apply brakes while the vehicle is stopped on an incline
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Refer to section 4 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)*†5
(But ton located in panel to the left of steering wheel)
The ESC system is designed to help stabilize the vehicle during certain 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
•HAC provides a t wo-second delay before the vehicle may star t 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
REMINDERS:
•ESC is ON by default at vehicle star tup When ignition is cycled, ESC will turn ON again
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The ESC Indicator Light in the instrument cluster will be lit momentarily whenever the ESC is active
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CENTER PANEL
CENTERPANEL
REMINDERS:
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To reduce the risk of an accident, do not activate Auto Hold while driving downhill, backing up or parking your vehicle
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Do not solely rely on the Auto Hold system to keep the vehicle stopped Always pay at tention to traf fic and road conditions, and be prepared to depress the brakes
•Auto Hold turns off when ignition is cycled
Electronic Parking Brake (EPB)*
The Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) system utilizes an electric motor to engage the parking brake
Applying the Parking Brake
Depress the brake pedal and pull up the EPB switch A Ensure that the indicator light is illuminated on the instrument cluster
Releasing the Parking Brake
The EPB will automatically release when the shifter is placed in Reverse or Drive
To release EPB manually, depress the brake pedal and then press the EPB switch A with the ignition switch in the ON position
Ensure that the indicator light is OFF
AUTO
HOLD
Auto Hold*
Auto Hold temporarily maintains the vehicle at a standstill even if the brake pedal is released Auto Hold can be turned ON/OFF using the AUTO HOLD switch B on the center panel Before Auto Hold will operate, the driver ’s door, engine hood and trunk must be closed, and the driver ’s seat belt must be fastened
The Auto Hold indicator has four states:
Standby (white): With vehicle in Park and at a standstill, and AUTO HOLD switch B turned ON, the indicator will illuminate white While driving the vehicle (vehicle is not at a standstill), the Auto Hold indicator will remain white
Engaged (green): When coming to a complete stop and depressing the brake pedal, the Auto Hold indicator changes from white to green
OFF (not illuminated): The indicator will turn OFF when the AUTO HOLD switch B is turned OFF or when the EPB is manually turned ON
Malfunction (yellow): When the indicator is illuminated yellow, there may be a system malfunction Take your vehicle to a local Kia dealer
Refer to section 5 in the Owner ’s Manual for more information
(Located below gear shift knob)
•When leaving your keys with parking lot at tendants or valet, make sure to inform them how to operate the EPB
•If parked on a steep incline/decline, pull up the EPB switch for more than 3 seconds for a firmer EPB application
•Pull up and hold the EPB switch a second time to increase brake pressure if parked on a decline or incline
QUICK TIPS
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Electric Parking Brake / Auto Hold Video
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AREMINDERS:
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As a bulb check, the EPB malfunction indicator will illuminate for approximately 3 seconds when the ignition switch is turned ON
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If the warning light does not illuminate temporarily, or continues to remain lit, take your vehicle to an authorized Kia dealer and have the system checked
•The EPB should not be operated while the vehicle is moving
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A click or electric brake motor sound may be heard while operating or releasing the EPB, but these conditions are normal and indicate that the EPB is functioning properly

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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
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Liftgate Buttons and Operation Video
QR CODE
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C
A