Kia Soul: Air cleaner
Filter replacement
It must be replaced when necessary, and should not be washed.
You can clean the filter when inspecting the air cleaner element.
Clean the filter by using compressed air.
1. Loosen the air cleaner cover attaching clips and open the cover.
2. Wipe the inside of the air cleaner.
3. Replace the air cleaner filter.
4. Lock the cover with the cover attaching clips.
Replace the filter according to the Maintenance Schedule.
If the vehicle is operated in extremely dusty or sandy areas, replace the element more often than the usual recommended intervals. (Refer to “Maintenance under severe usage conditions” in this chapter.)
CAUTION
- Do not drive with the air cleaner removed; this will result in excessive engine wear.
- When removing the air cleaner filter, be careful that dust or dirt does not enter the air intake, or damage may result.
- Use a Kia genuine part. Use of non-genuine parts could damage the air flow sensor.
Parking brake
Checking the parking brake
Check the stroke of the parking brake by counting the number of “clicks’’ heard
while fully applying it from the released position. Also, the parking brake alon ...
Climate control air filter
Filter inspection
The climate control air filter should be replaced according to the maintenance schedule. If the vehicle is operated in severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a l ...
See also:
Instrument panel overview
1. Instrument Cluster
2. Light Control / Turn Signals
3. Audio Controls*
4. Advanced Lighting Speaker*
5. Driver's Front Air Bag
6. Auto Cruise Controls*
7. Wiper/Washer
8. Vent Controls
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Opening the fuel filler lid
The fuel filler lid must be opened from inside the vehicle by pulling up the
fuel filler lid opener.
If the fuel filler lid does not open because ice has formed around it, tap lightly
or push ...
Driving off-road, Highway driving
Driving off-road
Drive carefully off-road because your vehicle may be damaged by rocks or roots
of trees. Become familiar with the off-road conditions where you are going to drive
before you begi ...