Kia Soul: Maintenance / Wiper blades
Blade inspection

NOTICE
Commercial hot waxes applied by automatic car washes have been known to make
the windshield difficult to clean.
Contamination of either the windshield or the wiper blades with foreign matter
can reduce the effectiveness of the windshield wipers. Common sources of contamination
are insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes.
If the blades are not wiping properly, clean both the window and the blades with
a good cleaner or mild detergent, and rinse thoroughly with clean water.
CAUTION
To prevent damage to the wiper blades, do not use gasoline, kerosene, paint
thinner, or other solvents on or near them.
Filter inspection If the vehicle is operated in the severely air-polluted cities or on dusty rough roads for a long period, it should be inspected more frequently and replaced earlier. When you, the owner, ...
When the wipers no longer clean adequately, the blades may be worn or cracked, and require replacement. CAUTION To prevent damage to the wiper arms or other components, do not attempt to move the wipers ...
Other information:
With the door lock button To unlock a door, push the door lock button (1) to the “Unlock” position. The red mark on the handle will be visible. To lock a door, push the door lock button (1) to the “Lock” position. If the door is locked properly, the red mark on the door handle will not be visible. ...
Theft-alarm stage The alarm will be activated if any of the following occurs while the system is armed. A door is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key). The tailgate is opened without using the transmitter (or smart key). The engine hood is opened. The horn will sound and the hazard warning ...