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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2014SOUL BASE, STANDARD TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSISBRAKESTRACTION CONTROLELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM DIAGNOSISDTC C1283: YAW RATE & G SENSOR-SIGNALDTC INSPECTIONMONITOR GDS DATA

2014 Kia Soul Base, Standard Trans

Monitor GDS Data

2014 Kia Soul Base, Standard TransSECTION Monitor GDS Data

DTC Status Check
1. Connect GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
2. Ignition "ON".
3. Monitor "Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC)" with GDS.
  
  Fig 1: DTC Status Screen
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
4. Is DTC status displayed as Present?
  YES
  - Go to "Current Data Inspection" procedure.
  NO
  - Go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
Current Data Inspection
1. Connect GDS to Data Link Connector (DLC).
2. Place vehicle on flat ground.
3. Ignition "ON" & Engine "ON"
4. Monitor "Yaw Rate Sensor (ESP Only)" and "Longitudinal G-Sensor (ESC (ESP) Only)" parameters in "Current Data" with GDS.
  Specification: Yaw Rate Sensor: Approx. 0.0 °/s, Longitudinal G Sensor: Approx. 0.00 G
  
  Fig 2: Yaw Rate Sensor Current Data Screen
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
5. Is parameter displayed within specification?
  YES
  - Fault might be intermittent and caused either by poor contact in connectors or wiring harness, or it has been repaired and control module memory is not cleared yet. Thoroughly check terminal of battery, all connectors (and connections) for looseness, bending, corrosion, contamination, deterioration, and/or damage.
  - Repair or replace as necessary and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
  NO
  - Go to "SYSTEM INSPECTION " procedure.

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When to See a Mechanic

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

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