Safety Warning
DIY auto repair can cause serious injury, fire, or vehicle damage. These guides are for informational purposes only. Always follow OEM torque specs, wear PPE, and consult a certified mechanic if you are unsure. You are solely responsible for your safety.
2016 Kia Soul Base, Automatic TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Connector Pin Information
| No. | Connector A | Connector B | Connector C |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | V_BAT CPU | Assistant side antenna ground | Immobilizer antenna ground |
| 2 | V_BAT Load | Assistant side antenna power | Immobilizer antenna power |
| 3 | Ignition 1 | Driver side antenna ground | - |
| Ignition 2 relay | Driver side antenna power | - | |
| 5 | Ignition 1 relay | Wheel speed | - |
| 6 | - | P position | SSB LED ON |
| 7 | - | - | SSB LED ACC |
| 8 | EMS COM | C CAN low | SSB illumination power |
| 9 | - | C CAN high | - |
| 10 | B CAN high | Interior 1 antenna ground | - |
| 11 | B CAN low | Interior 1 antenna power | - |
| 12 | ACC | Bumper antenna ground | - |
| 13 | Ignition 2 | Bumper antenna power | Stop lamp fuse |
| 14 | ACC relay | Interior 2 antenna ground | Brake switch |
| 15 | Starter relay | Interior 2 antenna power | - |
| 16 | Start feedback | +- | Immobilizer indicator |
| 17 | - | RPM | Exterior buzzer |
| 18 | - | - | SSB illumination ground |
| 19 | - | SSB switch 2 | |
| 20 | Assistant toggle button | SSB switch 1 | |
| 21 | Driver toggle button | ||
| 22 | - | ||
| 23 | Power ground 2 | ||
| 24 | Power ground 1 |
Factory Service Tools
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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.
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