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HOMESERVICE MANUALSKIA2015SOUL BASE, AUTOMATIC TRANSREPAIR AND DIAGNOSIS (SINGLE PAGE)BODY & FRAMEIGNITION SWITCH/STEERING LOCKIGNITION SWITCH ASSEMBLYREPAIR PROCEDURESREMOVAL

2015 Kia Soul Base, Automatic Trans

Repair Procedures: Removal

2015 Kia Soul Base, Automatic TransSECTION Removal

Disconnect the negative (-) battery terminal.
Remove the crash pad lower panel.
(Refer to "CRASH PAD LOWER PANEL ")
Remove the steering column upper and lower shrouds.
(Refer to "STEERING COLUMN SHROUD PANEL ")
Remove the wiper switch.
(Refer to MULTIFUNCTION SWITCH )
Remove the ignition switch after loosening disconnecting the ignition switch 6P connector (A).

Fig 1: Identifying Ignition Switch 6P Connector
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Remove the ignition switch assembly (A) after loosening the mounting bolts.

Fig 2: Identifying Ignition Switch Assembly
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If it is necessary to remove the key lock cylinder (A), it is in the order as below.
1. Disconnect the key warning/immobilizer connector (A)
  
  Fig 3: Identifying Key Warning/ Immobilizer Connector
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2. Turn the key to ACC (A).
  
  Fig 4: Turning Key To ACC
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3. Remove the key lock cylinder (B) while pushing the removal/installation button under the key cylinder (A).
  
  Fig 5: Identifying Key Lock Cylinder
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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.