Kia Soul: Suspension mounting bolts
Check the suspension connections for looseness or damage. Retighten to the specified torque.
Exhaust pipe and muffler
Visually inspect the exhaust pipes, muffler and hangers for cracks, deterioration,
or damage. Start the engine and listen carefully for any exhaust gas leakage. Tighten
connections or replace part ...
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint
With the vehicle stopped and engine off, check for excessive free-play in the
steering wheel.
Check the linkage for bends or damage. Check the dust boots and ball joints for
deterioration, cracks ...
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Canister Removal
1.
Lift the vehicle.
2.
Disconnect the vapor hose quick-connector (A), vapor hose (B)
and ventilation hose (C).
3.
...
Before entering vehicle
Be sure that all windows, outside mirror(s), and outside lights are clean.
Check the condition of the tires.
Check under the vehicle for any sign of leaks.
Be sure there are no obstacles behi ...
Owner maintenance precautions
Improper or incomplete service may result in problems. This section gives instructions
only for the maintenance items that are easy to perform.
As explained earlier in this section, several procedu ...