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.
2023 Kia Soul EXFACTORY OEM SERVICE PROCEDURE
Connector [A]
| Pin No. | Description | Connected to |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | - | |
| 2 | ETC Motor [+] control output | ETC Motor |
| 3 | - | |
| 4 | Motor [-] control output | Variable Charge Motion Actuator (VCMA) |
| 5 | - | |
| 6 | - | |
| 7 | - | |
| 8 | - | |
| 9 | - | |
| 10 | Clutch switch signal input [M/T] | Clutch switch |
| 11 | - | |
| 12 | - | |
| 13 | - | |
| 14 | - | |
| 15 | Sensor ground | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) |
| 16 | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) signal input | Engine Coolant Temperature Sensor (ECTS) |
| 17 | Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) 2 signal input | Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) 2 [ETC Module] |
| 18 | - | |
| 19 | - | |
| 20 | - | |
| 21 | Sensor power (+5V) | Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) |
| Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Intake] | ||
| 22 | - | |
| 23 | ETC Motor [-] control output | ETC Motor [ETC Module] |
| 24 | - | |
| 25 | Motor [+] control output | Variable Charge Motion Actuator (VCMA) |
| 26 | - | |
| 27 | - | |
| 28 | - | |
| 29 | - | |
| 30 | - | |
| 31 | Electrical load signal input (FR) | Alternator |
| 32 | - | |
| 33 | - | |
| 34 | - | |
| 35 | - | |
| 36 | - | |
| 37 | Sensor ground | Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) 1, 2 [ETC Module] |
| 38 | Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) 1 signal input | Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) 1 [ETC Module] |
| 39 | - | |
| 40 | Alternator PWM control output | Alternator |
| 41 | - | |
| 42 | Sensor power (+5V) | Throttle Position Sensor (TPS) 1, 2 [ETC Module] |
| 43 | - | |
| 44 | - | |
| 45 | - | |
| 46 | - | |
| 47 | - | |
| 48 | - | |
| 49 | - | |
| 50 | - | |
| 51 | - | |
| 52 | - | |
| 53 | - | |
| 54 | VCMA Feedback ground | Variable Charge Motion Actuator (VCMA) |
| 55 | - | |
| 56 | Sensor ground | Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Exhaust] |
| 57 | - | |
| 58 | - | |
| 59 | - | |
| 60 | - | |
| 61 | Sensor ground | Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) |
| 62 | Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) signal input | Manifold Absolute Pressure Sensor (MAPS) |
| 63 | Sensor power (+5V) | Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Exhaust] |
| Variable Charge Motion Actuator (VCMA) | ||
| 65 | - | |
| 66 | - | |
| 67 | - | |
| 68 | - | |
| 69 | - | |
| 70 | - | |
| 71 | - | |
| 72 | - | |
| 73 | - | |
| 74 | Sensor ground | Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) |
| 75 | - | |
| 76 | VCMA Feedback signal input | Variable Charge Motion Actuator (VCMA) |
| 77 | Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Exhaust] signal input | Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Exhaust] |
| 78 | Sensor ground | Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Intake] |
| 79 | - | |
| 80 | - | |
| 81 | - | |
| 82 | - | |
| 83 | VG (Virtual Ground) | Heated Oxygen Sensor [Bank 1/Sensor 1] |
| 84 | VRC (Current Adjust) | Heated Oxygen Sensor [Bank 1/Sensor 1] |
| 85 | - | |
| 86 | - | |
| 87 | - | |
| 88 | - | |
| 89 | - | |
| 90 | - | |
| 91 | - | |
| 92 | - | |
| 93 | - | |
| 94 | - | |
| 95 | Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) signal input | Crankshaft Position Sensor (CKPS) |
| 96 | - | |
| 97 | - | |
| 98 | Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Intake] signal input | Camshaft Position Sensor (CMPS) [Bank 1/Intake] |
| 99 | Sensor ground | Knock Sensor (KS) |
| 100 | Knock Sensor (KS) signal input | Knock Sensor (KS) |
| 101 | Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS) signal input | Intake Air Temperature Sensor (IATS) |
| 102 | - | |
| 103 | - | |
| 104 | VN (NERNST Cell Voltage) | Heated Oxygen Sensor (HO2S) [Bank 1/Sensor 1] |
| 105 | VIP (Current Pump) | Heated Oxygen Sensor [Bank 1/Sensor 1] |
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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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