Kia Soul: Engine coolant
The high-pressure cooling system has a reservoir filled with year round antifreeze coolant. The reservoir is filled at the factory.
Check the antifreeze protection and coolant level at least once a year, at the beginning of the winter season, and before traveling to a colder climate.
WARNING - Cooling fan
Use caution when working near the blade of the cooling fan. The electric motor (cooling fan) is controlled by engine coolant temperature, refrigerant pressure and vehicle speed. It may sometimes operate even when the engine is not running.
Changing the engine oil and filter
Have engine oil and filter changed by an authorized Kia dealer according to the
Maintenance Schedule at the beginning of this section.
WARNING - California proposition 65
Engine oil contains chemi ...
Checking the coolant level
Check the condition and connections of all cooling system hoses and heater hoses.
Replace any swollen or deteriorated hoses.
The coolant level should be filled between F and L marks on the side o ...
See also:
Thermostat Troubleshooting
Symptoms
Possible Causes
Remedy
Coolant leakage
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From the thermostat gasket
Check the mounting ...
Variable Intake Solenoid (VIS) Valve. Description and Operation
Description
Variable Intake manifold Solenoid (VIS) valve is installed on the intake
manifold. The VIS valve controls the vacuum modulator which activates a valve
in the intake manifold. The ...
Daytime running light (if equipped)
Daytime Running Lights (DRL) may help make it easier for others to see the front
of your vehicle during the day. DRL can be helpful in many different driving conditions,
and it is especially helpf ...