Kia Soul: Fuel requirements
Your new vehicle is designed to use only unleaded fuel having a pump octane number ((R+M)/2) of 87 (Research Octane Number 91) or higher.
Your new vehicle is designed to obtain maximum performance with UNLEADED FUEL, as well as minimize exhaust emissions and spark plug fouling.
Never add any fuel system cleaning agents to the fuel tank other than what has been specified. (Consult an authorized Kia dealer for details.)
WARNING - Refueling
- Do not "top off" after the nozzle automatically shuts off. Attempts to force more fuel into the tank can cause fuel overflow onto you and the ground causing a risk of fire.
- Always check that the fuel cap is installed securely to prevent fuel spillage in the event of an accident.
✽ NOTICE
Tighten the cap until it clicks one time, otherwise the fuel cap open warning
indicator 
light will illuminate.
- Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol
- Do not use methanol
- Fuel Additives
- Operation in foreign countries
How to use this manual
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Gasoline containing alcohol and methanol
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Luggage net holder (if equipped)
To keep items from shifting in the cargo area, you can use the holders located
in the cargo area to attach the luggage net.
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Engine compartment fuse replacement
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
2. Remove the fuse panel cover by pressing the tab and pulling the cover up.
3. Check the removed fuse; replace it if it is blown. To remove ...