Kia Soul: 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 start and the green AUTO STOP indicator (
)
on the instrument cluster will go out.
The engine will also restart automatically without the driver’s any actions if the following occurs:
- When a certain amount of time has passed with the climate control system on.
- When the front defroster is on.
- The brake vaccum pressure is low.
- The battery charging status is low.
- The vehicle speed exceeds 1 MPH (1 km/h).
- The fan speed is in the highest position when the air conditioning is on.
- Engine is turned off by Auto Stop for a long time.
- If you unfasten the seat belt or open the driver's door while depressing the brake
pedal.
The green AUTO STOP indicator ()
on the instrument cluster will blink for 5 seconds and a message “Auto Start” will
appear on the LCD display (if equipped).
Auto stop
Type A
Type B
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 ...
Condition of ISG system operation
The ISG system will operate under the following condition:
- The driver’s seat belt is fastened.
- The driver’s door and engine hood are closed.
- The brake vaccum pressure is adequate.
- The ...
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Carry emergency equipment
Depending on the severity of the weather, you should carry appropriate emergency
equipment. Some of the items you may want to carry include tow straps or chains,
flashlight, emergency flares, sand ...