Kia Soul: Limitation of Active ECO operation
Kia Soul 2009-2013 AM Owner's Manual / Driving your vehicle / Active eco system / Limitation of Active ECO operation
If the following conditions occur while Active ECO is operating, the system operation is limited even though there is no change in the ECO indicator.
- When the coolant temperature is low: The system will be limited until engine performance becomes normal.
- When driving up a hill: The system will be limited to gain power when driving uphill because the engine torque is restricted.
- When using sports mode: The system will be limited according to the shift location.
- When the accelerator pedal is deeply pressed for a few seconds: The system will be limited, judging that the driver wants to speed up.
Active ECO operation
Type A
Type B
Active ECO helps improve fuel efficiency by controlling certain engine and transaxle
system operating parameters. Fuel efficiency depends on the driver's driving habit
and ...
Economical operation
Your vehicle's fuel economy depends mainly on your style of driving, where you
drive and when you drive.
Each of these factors affects how many miles (kilometers) you can get from a
gallon (l ...
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Front Seat Belt Buckle Replacement
1.
Remove the front seat assembly.
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Hazardous driving conditions
When hazardous driving conditions are encountered such as water, snow, ice, mud,
sand, or similar hazards, follow these suggestions:
Drive cautiously and allow extra distance for braking.
Avoi ...