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 ...
See also:
Seat belt - Driver's 3-point system with emergency locking retractor
To fasten your seat belt:
To fasten your seat belt, pull it out of the retractor and insert the metal tab
(1) into the buckle (2). There will be an audible "click" when the tab locks in ...
A Pillar Garnish Replacement
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Put on gloves to protect your hands.
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Air bag inflation conditions
Front air bags
Front air bags are designed to inflate in a frontal collision depending on the
intensity, speed or angles of impact of the front collision.
Side impact and/or curtain air bags ...