Kia Soul 2022 Emergency User Manual
Introduction
The Kia Soul 2022 offers features that are intended to help you in emergency situations in addition to features that prevent accidents. For instance, the car has a spare tire and a jack for quick tire changes in the event of a breakdown or flat tire. Additionally, the Kia Soul 2022 comes with roadside assistance, which offers round-the-clock assistance for a variety of emergencies, such as a dead battery, lockouts, or running out of fuel.
The emergency systems and features included in the Kia Soul 2022 are all created with your safety on the road in mind. The Kia Soul 2022 prioritizes your safety and aims to give you the tools you need to handle emergency situations successfully, whether it be through proactive safety technologies or reactive measures. The Kia Soul 2022 is a compact crossover that prioritizes your safety and security while driving in addition to being stylish and functional. The Kia Soul 2022 is outfitted with a variety of emergency features and systems to make sure you’re ready for unforeseen circumstances and can handle them with confidence. The emergency systems and features included in the Kia Soul 2022 are all created with your safety on the road in mind. The Kia Soul 2022 prioritizes your safety and aims to give you the tools you need to handle emergency situations successfully, whether it be through proactive safety technologies or reactive measures.
Emergency
What to do in an Emergency
Road Warning
When in an emergency situation occurs while driving or when you park by the edge of the roadway, you must alert approaching or passing vehicles to be careful as they pass. For this, you should use the hazard warning flasher.
Hazard Warning Flasher
The hazard warning flasher serves as a warning to other drivers to exercise extreme caution when approaching, overtaking, or passing your vehicle.
It should be used whenever emergency repairs are being made or when the vehicle is stopped near the edge of a roadway.
Depress the flasher switch with the ignition switch in any position. The flasher switch is located in the center fascia panel. All turn signal lights will flash simultaneously.
The hazard warning flasher operates whether your vehicle is running or not.
The turn signals do not work when the hazard flasher is on.
Care must be taken when using the hazard warning flasher while the vehicle is being towed.
In case of an emergency while driving
If an emergency situation occurs while driving, stay calm and take the following steps.
If the Vehicle Stalls While Driving
- Reduce your speed gradually, keeping a straight line.
- Move cautiously off the road to a safe place.
- Turn on your hazard warning flasher.
- Try to start the vehicle again. If your vehicle will not start, contact an authorized Kia dealer or seek other qualified assistance.
If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing
- If the engine stalls at a crossroad or crossing, set the shift lever in the N (Neutral) position and then push the vehicle to a safe place.
- If your vehicle has a manual transmission not equipped with a ignition lock switch, the vehicle can move forward by shifting to the 2 (second) or 3 (third) gear and then turning the starter without depressing the clutch pedal.
If you have a flat tire while driving
- Take your foot off the accelerator pedal and let the vehicle slow down while driving straight ahead. Do not apply the brakes immediately or attempt to pull off the road as this may cause a loss of control.
- When the vehicle has slowed to such a speed that it is safe to do so, brake carefully and pull off the road.
- Drive off the road as far as possible and park on firm level ground. If you are on a divided highway, do not park in the median area between the two traffic lanes.
- When the vehicle is stopped, turn on your emergency hazard flashers, set the parking brake and put the transmission in P (Park).
- Have all passengers get out of the vehicle. Be sure they all get out on the side of the vehicle that is away from traffic.
- When changing a flat tire, follow the instruction provided later in this section.
If the engine will not start
If engine doesn’t turn over or turns over slowly
- If your vehicle has an Intelligent Variable Transmission, be sure the shift lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and the emergency brake is set.
- Check the battery connections to be sure they are clean and tight.
- Turn on the interior light. If the light dims or goes out when you operate the starter, the battery is discharged.
- Check the starter connections to be sure they are securely tightened.
Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it. This could cause damage to your vehicle. Refer to “Jump starting” on page 6-6.
WARNING:
Push/pull start
- Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it.
- Push or pull starting may cause the catalytic converter to overload and create a fire hazard.
If engine turns over normally but does not start
- Check the fuel level.
- With the ignition switch in the LOCK position, check all connectors at the ignition coils and spark plugs. Reconnect any that may be disconnected or loose.
- Check the fuel line in the engine compartment.
- If the engine still does not start, call an authorized Kia dealer or seek other qualified assistance.
FAQs
- Does the Kia Soul 2022 come with an emergency braking system?
Yes, the Kia Soul 2022 has automatic emergency braking that can aid in averting or lessening collisions. - What kind of airbag system does the Kia Soul 2022 have?
For improved occupant protection, the Kia Soul 2022 has a comprehensive airbag system that includes front, side, and curtain airbags. - Is there a tire pressure monitoring system in the Kia Soul 2022?
Yes, the Kia Soul 2022 has a tyre pressure monitoring system that will let you know if any of the tires need more air. - Does the Kia Soul 2022 have a spare tire?
Yes, a spare tyre and a jack are included with the Kia Soul 2022 for quick tire changes in the event of a flat. - What is the purpose of the roadside assistance feature in the Kia Soul 2022?
Roadside assistance offers round-the-clock assistance for situations like lockouts, flat tires, battery jump-starts, and fuel delivery. - Is there a feature to help prevent collisions in the Kia Soul 2022?
Yes, the Kia Soul 2022 has a forward collision warning system that alerts the driver in the event of a potential collision. - Can the Kia Soul 2022 detect and warn about vehicles in blind spots?
Yes, the Kia Soul 2022 has a blind-spot monitoring system that warns the driver when a car is in their blind spot. - Does the Kia Soul 2022 have a system to assist with lane-keeping?
Lane-keeping assist is a feature of the Kia Soul 2022 that aids the driver in maintaining their lane by offering corrective steering inputs when necessary. - Are there features to assist in parking and maneuvering in tight spaces?
Yes, the Kia Soul 2022 has features to help with parking and maneuvering, including a rearview camera, rear parking sensors, and an optional rear cross-traffic alert. - Can the Kia Soul 2022 detect and warn about pedestrians or cyclists?
Depending on the particular trim level and options selected, the Kia Soul 2022 may include pedestrian detection as part of its safety package. - Does the Kia Soul 2022 have a system to monitor driver fatigue?
The Kia Soul 2022 lacks a system specifically designed to track driver fatigue. - Is there a feature that automatically alerts emergency services in the event of an accident?
Depending on the trim level and options chosen, the Kia Soul 2022 may offer automatic collision notification or emergency assistance services. - Are there any advanced stability control systems in the Kia Soul 2022?
Yes, the Kia Soul 2022 has electronic stability control (ESC) to aid in maintaining control in difficult driving circumstances. - Does the Kia Soul 2022 have a feature to help prevent roll-over accidents?
To help prevent roll-over accidents, the Kia Soul 2022 features stability control systems and roll-over sensors. - Can I access emergency services through the Kia Soul 2022’s infotainment system?
Depending on the particular trim level and options selected, the Kia Soul 2022 may offer features like emergency call or SOS buttons that enable you to contact emergency services directly through the infotainment system.
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