Kia Soul: Forward and rearward - Front seat adjustment - manual - Seats - Safety features of your vehicleKia Soul: Forward and rearward

Kia Soul 2009-2013 AM Owner's Manual / Safety features of your vehicle / Seats / Front seat adjustment - manual / Forward and rearward

To move the seat forward or rearward:

To move the seat forward or rearward:

1. Pull the seat slide adjustment lever up and hold it.
2. Slide the seat to the position you desire.
3. Release the lever and make sure the seat is locked in place.

Adjust the seat before driving, and make sure the seat is locked securely by trying to move forward and rearward without using the lever. If the seat moves, it is not locked properly.

WARNING - Unexpected Seat Movement

After adjusting a manual seat, always check that it is locked by shifting your weight to the front and back. Sudden or unexpected movement of the driver's seat could cause you to lose control of the vehicle.

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