Kia Soul: Troubleshooting
Kia Soul 2014-2019 PS Service Manual / Engine Electrical System / Troubleshooting
| Ignition System |
| Symptom |
Suspect Area |
Remedy |
| Engine will not start or is hard to start (Cranks OK) |
Ignition lock switch |
Inspect ignition lock switch, or replace as required |
| Ignition coil |
Inspect ignition coil, or replace as required |
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| Spark plugs |
Inspect spark plugs, or replace as required |
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| Ignition wiring disconnected or broken |
Repair wiring, or replace as required |
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| Rough idle or stalls |
Ignition wiring |
Repair wiring, or replace as required |
| Ignition coil |
Inspect ignition coil, or replace as required |
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| Engine hesitates/poor acceleration |
Spark plugs and spark plug cables |
Inspect spark plugs / cable, or replace as required |
| Ignition wiring |
Repair wiring, or replace as required |
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| Poor mileage |
Spark plugs and spark plug cables |
Inspect spark plugs / cable, or replace as required |
| Charging System |
| Symptom |
Suspect Area |
Remedy |
| Charging warning indicator does not light with ignition switch "ON" and engine off. |
Fuse blown |
Check fuses |
| Light burned out |
Replace light |
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| Wiring connection loose |
Tighten loose connection |
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| Electronic voltage regulator |
If light turns off, replace voltage regulator.
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| Charging warning indicator does not go out with engine running. (Battery requires frequent recharging) |
Drive belt loose or worn |
Adjust belt tension or replace belt |
| Battery cable loose, corroded or worn |
Inspect cable connection, repair or replace cable |
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| Electronic voltage regulator or alternator |
If light turns off, replace voltage regulator or
alternator |
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| Wiring |
Repair or replace wiring |
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| Overcharge |
Electronic voltage regulator |
If light turns off, replace voltage regulator.
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| Voltage sensing wire |
Repair or replace wiring |
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| Discharge |
Drive belt loose or worn |
Adjust belt tension or replace belt |
| Wiring connection loose or short circuit |
Inspect wiring connection, repair or replace wiring |
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| Electronic voltage regulator or alternator |
If light turns off, replace voltage regulator or
alternator |
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| Poor grounding |
Inspect ground or repair |
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| Worn battery |
Replace battery |
| Starting System |
| Symptom |
Suspect Area |
Remedy |
| Engine will not crank |
Battery charge low |
Charge or replace battery |
| Battery cables loose, corroded or worn out |
Repair or replace cables |
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| Transaxle range switch (Vehicle with automatic transaxle only) |
Refer to AT group-automatic transaxle |
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| Fuse blown |
Replace fuse |
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| Starter motor faulty |
Replace |
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| Ignition switch faulty |
Replace |
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| Engine cranks slowly |
Battery charge low |
Charge or replace battery |
| Battery cables loose, corroded or worn out |
Repair or replace cables |
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| Starter motor faulty |
Replace |
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| Starter keeps running |
Starter motor faulty |
Replace |
| Ignition switch |
Replace |
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| Starter spins but engine will not crank |
Short in wiring |
Repair or replace wiring |
| Pinion gear teeth broken or starter motor |
Replace |
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| Ring gear teeth broken |
Replace fly wheel or torque converter |
Special Service Tools
Tool Name / Number
Illustration
Description
Alternator pulley remover wrench
(09373-27000)
Removal and installation of alternator pulley
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Charging System
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See also:
Telemetics Unit (TMU) Installation
1.
Install the MTS unit after connecting the cable and connector.
2.
Install the glove box housing.
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Cruise Control
The cruise control system is engaged by the cruise "ON/OFF" main switch
located on right of steering wheel column. The system has the capability to
cruise, coast, accelerate and res ...
Remote keyless entry system operations
Lock (1)
1.Close all doors, engine hood and tailgate.
2.Press the lock button(1).
3.All doors and tailgate will lock. The hazard warning lights will blink once.
4.If the lock button is pressed o ...