Kia Soul: Auto stop
To stop the engine in idle stop mode
Stop the vehicle completely by pressing the brake pedal.
You must reach a speed of at least 5 mph (8 km/h) since last idle stop.
The engine will stop and the green AUTO STOP indicator (
)
on the instrument cluster will illuminate.
If your vehicle is equipped with cluster type B, a message "Auto Stop" also will appear on the LCD display.
If you open the engine hood in auto stop mode, the ISG system will deactivate (the light on the ISG OFF button will illuminate). A message "Auto Stop Deactivated Start Manually" will appear on the LCD display. (if equipped)
Turn the engine on manually.
ISG (Idel Stop and Go) system
Your vehicle may be equipped with the ISG system, which reduces fuel consumption
by automatically shutting down the engine, when the vehicle is at a standstill.
(For example : red light, stop sign ...
Auto start
To restart the engine from idle stop mode
Release the brake pedal. or
Move the shift gear to the R (Reverse) position or the sports mode while
depressing the brake pedal.
The engine will s ...
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Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS). Description and Operation
Description
Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) is located in the engine coolant
passage of the cylinder head for detecting the engine coolant temperature. The
ECTS uses a thermistor th ...
Tire chains
Tire chains, if necessary, should be installed on the front wheels.
Be sure that the chains are installed in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.
To minimize tire and chain wear, do ...