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.
2021 Kia Soul LX, Standard TransFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Toe Adjustment
- Loosen the tie rod end lock nut.
- Remove the bellows clip to prevent the bellows from being twisted.
- Adjust the toe by screwing or unscrewing the tie rod. Toe adjustment should be made by turning the right and left tie rods by the same amount.
Toe-in
Total: 0.12° ± 0.2°
Individual: 0.06° ± 0.1°
- When completing the toe adjustment, install the bellows clip and tighten the tie rod end lock nut to specified torque.
Tightening torque:
49.0 - 53.9 N.m (5.0 - 5.5 kgf.m, 36.2 - 39.8 lb.ft)
- Perform the steering angle sensor calibration.
(Refer to Steering System - "STEERING COLUMN AND SHAFT ")
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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.