Owners Manual for First generation (PS) Kia Soul, Model years 2010–2013. The Kia Soul is a quirky, tall hatchback or compact crossover that offers a mix of economy and utility for its size and price. It competes with the Nissan Juke, Cube, Honda Fit and Scion xD, which also make use of funky styling. First shown in production form at the 2008 Paris auto show, the Soul was designed at the company's U.S. headquarters near Irvine, California, credited to Mike Torpey under the design leadership of Peter Schreyer.

• Introduction
1. How to use this manual
2. Fuel requirements
3. Vehicle handling instructions
4. Vehicle break-in process
5. Vehicle data collection and event data recorders
6. Indicator symbols on the instrument cluster
• Your vehicle at a glance
1. Interior overview
2. Instrument panel overview
3. Engine compartment
• Safety features of your vehicle
1. Seats
2. Seat belts
3. Child restraint system
4. Air bag - advanced supplemental restraint system
• Features of your vehicle
1. Keys
2. Remote keyless entry
3. Smart key
4. Door locks
5. Tailgate
6. Windows
7. Hood
8. Fuel filler lid
9. Sunroof
10. Steering wheel
11. Mirrors
12. Instrument cluster
13. Rearview camera
14. Hazard warning flasher
15. Lighting
16. Wipers and washers
17. Interior light
18. Defroster
19. Manual climate control system
20. Automatic climate control system
21. Windshield defrosting and defogging
22. Storage compartment
23. Interior features
24. Exterior feature
25. Audio system
• Driving your vehicle
1. Before driving
2. Key positions
3. Engine start/stop button
4. ISG (Idle stop and go) system
5. Manual Transaxle
6. Automatic transaxle
7. Brake system
8. Cruise control system
9. Active eco system
10. Economical operation
11. Special driving conditions
12. Winter driving
13. Trailer towing
14. Vehicle load limit
15. Vehicle weight
• What to do in an emergency
1. Road warning
2. In case of an emergency while driving
3. If the engine will not start
4. Emergency starting
5. If the engine overheats
6. Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS)
7. If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)
8. If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit)
9. Towing
• Maintenance
1. Engine compartment
2. Maintenance services
3. Owner maintenance
4. Scheduled maintenance service
5. Explanation of scheduled maintenance items
6. Engine oil
7. Engine coolant
8. Brake/clutch fluid
9. Washer fluid
10. Parking brake
11. Air cleaner
12. Wiper blades
13. Battery
14. Tires and wheels
15. Fuses
16. Light bulbs
17. Appearance care
18. Emission control system
19. California perchlorate notice
• Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
1. Engine
2. Dimensions
3. Bulb wattage
4. Tires and wheels
5. Capacity/weight
6. Recommended lubricants and capacities
7. Vehicle identification number (VIN)
8. Vehicle certification label
9. Tire specification and pressure label
10. Engine number
11. Refrigerant label
12. Consumer assistance
13. Electrical equipment
14. Reporting safety defects
15. Online factory authorized manuals