Kia Soul: Auto start
To restart the engine from idle stop mode
• Release the brake pedal.
or
• Move the shift gear to the R (Reverse) position or the sports mode while depressing
the brake pedal.
The engine will start and the green AUTO STOP indicator (
)
on the instrument cluster will go out.
The engine will also restart automatically without the driver’s any actions if the following occurs:
- When a certain amount of time has passed with the climate control system on.
- When the front defroster is on.
- The brake vaccum pressure is low.
- The battery charging status is low.
- The vehicle speed exceeds 1 MPH (1 km/h).
- The fan speed is in the highest position when the air conditioning is on.
- Engine is turned off by Auto Stop for a long time.
- If you unfasten the seat belt or open the driver's door while depressing the brake
pedal.
The green AUTO STOP indicator ()
on the instrument cluster will blink for 5 seconds and a message “Auto Start” will
appear on the LCD display (if equipped).
Auto stop
Type A
Type B
To stop the engine in idle stop mode
Stop the vehicle completely by pressing the brake pedal.
You must reach a speed of at least 5 mph (8 km/h) since last idle stop.
The engine ...
Condition of ISG system operation
The ISG system will operate under the following condition:
- The driver’s seat belt is fastened.
- The driver’s door and engine hood are closed.
- The brake vaccum pressure is adequate.
- The ...
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Telemetics Unit (TMU) Component
Connector Pin Specification
No.
Pin Name
Type
From
To
Description (Wiring Spec.)
1
GND
DC Ground
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Safety Plug Description and Operation
Description
Safety Plug is installed on the bottom of the rear seat. High voltage circuit can be shut off by removing the safety plug.
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Heater & A/C Control Unit (Manual) Replacement
1.
Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
2.
Using a screwdriver or remover, remove the center fascia panel
(A).
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