Kia Soul Torque Converter Shuddering Causes

Your Kia Soul’s torque converter is responsible for connecting and disconnecting the engine from the transmission, transferring power smoothly. When this process fails, it can lead to torque converter shudder. Causes of shuddering can include worn torque converter clutches or the gradual application of the torque converter clutch, which may result in shuddering at varying … Read more

Kia Soul Radio Stopped Working: Causes + How to Fix

Has the radio in your Kia Soul stopped working?  If so, there are three common causes for this issue.  They are a blown fuse, loose or corroded wiring, and a problem with the radio itself. If your radio comes on but isn’t working, this article will cover that too: Please jump to the section that’s … Read more

Kia Soul Rattling Coming From Behind: Causes + Diagnosis

If you hear your Kia Soul rattling when going over bumps, this sound could be caused by various issues, from minor to more serious.  Here, we’ll explore the potential causes of the rattling sound in your car and offer possible solutions. The most common reason for a rattling noise when hitting bumps is a loose … Read more

Kia Soul Parking Brake Stuck: Causes + How to Fix

There’s nothing worse than finding out your Kia Soul’s parking brake is stuck, especially when you’re ready for the day. The good news is this problem can be easily fixed with some simple steps. In this article, we’ll discuss the causes of a stuck parking brake in the Kia Soul and how to get your … Read more

Kia Soul Heater Only Works While Driving: 5 Common Causes

If your Kia Soul’s heat only works when driving, there are five leading causes you should check.  They are low coolant, air pockets, a bad heater core, an airlocked cooling system, and a malfunctioning thermostat. We’ll start with the easy-to-check common problems and work our way to the harder-to-deal-with rarer issues that could be affecting … Read more

Kia Soul Check Engine Light On: Why and What to Do

The check engine is the most common warning light that appears in the Kia Soul’s instrument cluster.  Well over half of this site’s content is related to solving the various reasons why the check engine light comes on. The good news is that the check engine light indicates that there are Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) … Read more

Kia Soul Soft Brake Pedal Causes

If your Kia Soul has a soft brake pedal, it is a sign of a serious brake system issue. It’s usually caused by air entering the system in some way through a leak.  This article covers the six most common causes of a soft brake pedal as well as a solid diagnostic order if you … Read more

Kia Soul Alarm Keeps Going Off: Causes + How to Fix

Your Kia Soul’s alarm system is designed to detect potential intruders, keep its contents safe, and keep them from driving your car away. However, it is not uncommon for a car alarm to go off, or keep going off, for no apparent reason– also known as false or “nuisance alarms”.  This article will discuss some … Read more

Kia Soul Key Fob Not Working: 5 Common Causes

If your Kia Soul’s key fob is not working, the most common reason is a dead battery. Followed by water damage or fob failure.  Below, we’ve listed everything you need to do to get your car’s fob working again. A dead battery is the most common reason a Kia Soul’s key fob fails. Table of … Read more

Kia Soul CarPlay Not Working: Causes + How to Fix

Do you need help getting Apple CarPlay to work in your Kia Soul? You’re not alone. Many people have experienced an issue with CarPlay connections, which can be frustrating.  The good news is the fix is usually pretty simple. This article covers the most common reasons Apple CarPlay isn’t working in the Kia Soul and … Read more