Kia Soul 2023, Руководство пользователя, Страница: 374 / 486

What to do in an emergency
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If the engine will not start
僅 Drive off the road as far as possible
and park on firm level ground.
If you are on a divided highway, do
not park in the median area between
the two traffic lanes.
僅 When the vehicle is stopped, turn on
your emergency hazard flashers, set
the parking brake and put the trans
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mission in P (Park).
僅 Have all passengers get out of the
vehicle. Be sure they all get out on the
side of the vehicle that is away from
traffic.
僅 When changing a flat tire, follow the
instruction provided later in this sec
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tion.
If the engine will not start
If engine doesn't turn over or
turns over slowly
1. If your vehicle has an Intelligent Vari
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able Transmission, be sure the shift
lever is in N (Neutral) or P (Park) and
the emergency brake is set.
2. Check the battery connections to be
sure they are clean and tight.
3. Turn on the interior light. If the light
dims or goes out when you operate
the starter, the battery is discharged.
4. Check the starter connections to be
sure they are securely tightened.
Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it.
This could cause damage to your vehi
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cle. Refer to "Jump starting" on page 6-5.
WARNING
Push/pull start
Do not push or pull the vehicle to start it.
Push or pull starting may cause the cata
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lytic converter to overload and create a
fire hazard.
If engine turns over normally but
does not start
1. Check the fuel level.
2. With the ignition switch in the LOCK
position, check all connectors at the
ignition coils and spark plugs. Recon
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nect any that may be disconnected or
loose.
3. Check the fuel line in the engine com
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partment.
4. If the engine still does not start, call an
authorized Kia dealer or seek other
qualified assistance.