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2015 Kia Soul Base, Automatic Trans

Component Inspection

2015 Kia Soul Base, Automatic TransSECTION Component Inspection

Check ECTS performance
1. IG KEY "OFF".
2. Disconnect ECTS connector.
3. Measure resistance between Pin No. 3 (Signal) terminal and Pin No. 1 (Ground) terminal of the ECTS. (Component Side)
  Specification: Approx. 1.8 kΩ at 81.9°F (27°C)
  
  Fig 1: Resistance Of ECTS
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
Check IATS performance
1. IG Key "OFF".
2. Disconnect IATS connector.
3. Measure resistance between Pin No. 3 (Signal) terminal and Pin No. 4 (Ground) terminal of the IATS. (Component Side)
  Specification: Approx. 1.5 kΩ at 83.3°F (28.5°C)
  
  Fig 2: Resistance Of IATS
  Courtesy of KIA MOTORS AMERICA, INC.
4. Does the IATS, ECTS operate properly? (Check variation)
  YES
  - Go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.
  NO
  - Carefully re-do this troubleshooting guide steps.
  - If problem still occurs, replace ECTS, IATS and then go to "VERIFICATION OF VEHICLE REPAIR " procedure.

RENDER: 1.0x

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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.