Kia Soul: Vehicle handling instructions
As with other vehicles of this type, failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover.
Specific design characteristics (higher ground clearance, track, etc.) give this vehicle a higher center of gravity than other types of vehicles. It is not designed for cornering at the same speeds as a conventional 2-wheel drive sedans or sports coupe. Avoid sharp turns or abrupt maneuvers.
Failure to operate this vehicle correctly may result in loss of control, an accident or vehicle rollover. Be sure to read the “Reducing the risk of a rollover” driving guidelines, in section 5 of this manual.
Fuel Additives
Kia recommends that you use good quality gasolines treated with detergent additives
such as TOP TIER Detergent Gasoline, which helps prevent deposit formation in the
engine. These gasolines will h ...
Vehicle break-in process
No special break-in period is needed. By following a few simple precautions for
the first 600 miles (1,000 km) you may add to the performance, economy and life
of your vehicle.
Do not race the ...
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Tire care
For proper maintenance, safety, and maximum fuel economy, you must always maintain
recommended tire inflation pressures and stay within the load limits and weight
distribution recommended for your ...
Transaxle Oil Temperature Sensor. Description
Transaxle oil temperature sensor monitors the automatic transaxle fluid's
temperature and conveys the readings to TCM. It is an NTC (Negative Thermal
Coefficient) sensor whose resistance ...
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 ...