Kia Soul: Spark Plug Cleaning
Second generation PS (2014-2019) / Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Ignition System / Spark Plug Cleaning
The combustion temporarily becomes unstable, due to the aged fuel and
the carbon deposits accumulated on the spark plug(s) after long-term storage.
| [1st Method] |
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Start the engine and keep the engine running at idle for 2 minutes.
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| 2. |
Step on the accelerator pedal and hold it steady at 4500 rpm with
the shift lever in N position to warm up the engine until the
temperature of the engine coolant reaches 80°C.
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| 3. |
Keep the engine running at 2500~3000 rpm in the N position for
15 minutes.
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| [2nd Method] |
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| 1. |
Start the engine and keep the engine running at idle for 2 minutes.
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| 2. |
Drive the vehicle for over 20 minutes, keeping the engine speed
above 3500 rpm.
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Spark Plug Inspection
[On vehicle inspection]
1.
Accelerate the engine to about 3,000 rpm 3 times or more.
2.
Remove the spark plug.
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Spark Plug Removal
1.
Remove the ignition coil.
(Refer to Ignition System - "Ignition Coil")
2.
Using a spark plug wrench, remove the spark plu ...
See also:
Positive Crankcase Ventilation (PCV) Valve Inspection
1.
Insert a thin stick (A) into the PCV valve (B) from the threaded
side to check that the plunger movement.
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Windshield Deicer Switch Installation
1.
Install the heater and A/C control unit.
2.
Connect the negative (-) battery terminal.
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MENU : My Music Mode
In My Music mode, press the
key to set the Repeat, Random, Information, Delete, Delete All, and Delete Selection
features.
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