2012 Kia Soul L4-2.0LFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE

Repair Procedures





Inspection

Smart Key Unit
- Refer to the BE group - inspection / self diagnosis with scan tool.

Smart Key Switch
- Refer to the BE group - inspection / self diagnosis with scan tool.

Antenna
- Refer to the BE group - inspection / self diagnosis with scan tool.

Tailgate Open Switch
1. Remove the trunk trim.

2. Check for continuity between the tailgate switch terminals.

Factory service manual diagram



3. If continuity is not specified, inspect the switch

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Removal

Smart Key Unit
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the crash pad.
3. Disconnect the connector. Remove the smart key unit(A) after loosening 2 nuts.

Factory service manual diagram




RF Receiver
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the crash pad.
3. Remove the PDM unit(A). Then remove the RF receiver(B) after loosening a bolt.

Factory service manual diagram




Factory service manual diagram




Interior 1 Antenna
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the console assembly.
3. Disconnect the connector. Remove the interior 1 antenna(A) after loosening 2 nuts.

Factory service manual diagram




Interior 2 Antenna
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the console assembly.
3. Disconnect the connector. Remove the interior 2 antenna(A) after loosening 2 nuts.

Factory service manual diagram




Interior 3 Antenna
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the floor box and cover after opening the tailgate.
3. Disconnect the connector. Remove the interior 3 antenna(A) after loosening 2 nuts.

Factory service manual diagram




Exterior Bumper Antenna
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Raise the vehicle with a lift.
3. Disconnect the connector(A). Remove the exterior bumper antenna(B) in the center of rear bumper after loosening 2 screws.

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Buzzer
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the buzzer installed on the side rail panel.

Door Outside Handle
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the door outside handle mounting bolt.
3. Disconnect the connector(B) and remove the door outside handle(A).

Factory service manual diagram




Factory service manual diagram




Tailgate Switch
1. Disconnect the negative(-) battery terminal.
2. Remove the tailgate trim.
3. Remove the tailgate open switch(A).

Factory service manual diagram





Installation

Smart Key Unit
1. Install the smart key unit.
2. Install the smart key unit mounting nuts and connector.
3. Install the crash pad.
4. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

RF Receiver
1. Install the RF receiver.
2. Install the crash pad.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Interior 1 Antenna
1. Install the interior 1 antenna.
2. Install the floor console.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Interior 2 Antenna
1. Install the interior 2 antenna.
2. Install the floor console.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Interior 3 Antenna
1. Install the interior 3 antenna.
2. Install the floor box and cover.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Exterior Bumper Antenna
1. Install the exterior bumper antenna.
2. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Buzzer
1. Install the buzzer.
2. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Door Outside Handle
1. Install the outside handle.
2. Install the door trim.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.

Tailgate Switch
1. Install the tailgate switch.
2. Install the tailgate trim.
3. Install the negative (-) battery terminal and check the smart key system.
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When to See a Mechanic

Stop DIY work and contact a certified mechanic immediately if any of the following apply:

  • β€’ You smell fuel, burning insulation, or see smoke.
  • β€’ Brakes feel soft, pull hard to one side, or make grinding noises.
  • β€’ The engine overheats, stalls repeatedly, or misfires under load.
  • β€’ You are missing required tools, torque specs, or safe lifting equipment.
  • β€’ You are not confident in the next step or safety outcome.

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