Expert Answers about Kia Soul

• Will 4 Wheel Drive Make A Difference Towing With A Kia Soul
• You should use 2-wheel drive for normal towing conditions. In extreme weather conditions like snow covered or muddy roads that would normally require 4 wheel drive. That said, the 2019 Kia Soul owner's manual says the following regarding towing in Section 6, page 114: "Towing capacity: We do not recommend using this vehicle for trailer towing."
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• Troubleshooting 2015 Kia Soul Right Side Backup Light Not Working with Curt Wiring Harness Installed
• Thanks for all of the information, Dan! Yes, it sounds like you have a grounding issue with the Curt T-Connector Vehicle Wiring Harness # C56222. If your 2015 Kia Soul backup light wasn't working at all then it's safe to say the wiring is the issue, but since it works back and forth I recommend trying to get a good, clean ground and testing the functions out prior to pursuing a warranty claim.
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• Should LED for InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System Light Up Each Time Brakes Are Applied
• The LED Display Monitor for BrakeMaster Systems # RM-300065-00 should light up each time you brake with your motorhome as the Roadmaster InvisiBrake Supplemental Braking System # RM-8700 is supposed to activate when the brake lights on your RV are illuminated. If the LED doesn't hardly light up then I would make sure that your RV brake lights are working correctly and that everything is installed properly for the InvisiBrake on your 2015 Kia Soul. You may want to have the company that...
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• 2017 Kia Soul Flat Towing Requirements And Specifications
• So, in regards to your 2017 Kia Soul, along with # HM47085 and # C63CR you already have, you should not need any more diodes for your vehicle. Since you mentioned your lights stay on after the ignition is turned off, yes, you are going to need a brake light relay kit like the Roadmaster Brake-Lite Relay Kit for Towed Vehicles # RM-88400. I have not heard of the LEDs being an issue on the Kia Soul, as far as I know. If your lights are not functioning as they are intended you likely have...
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• Should Draw Tite Trailer Hitch for 2012 Kia Soul Touch Exhaust
• I looked up your order notes and it looks like you have the Draw Tite hitch part # 24839 that you installed on a Kia Soul. On such a low sitting vehicle there really isn't a way to have excellent ground clearance with a hitch installed. The measurement in our video is also from the top of the hitch opening to the ground and not the bottom like you mentioned. There really isn't any other way you could have had the hitch installed so it should be fine as-is, but the exhaust should not be...
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• Troubleshooting Receiver Holes Not Lining Up For Installing On a 2018 Kia Soul
• There are some occasions where the Curt Trailer Hitch Receiver # C11419 for your 2018 Kia Soul can become twisted/flexed during shipping. The good news is because this is made from a mild steel it can be flexed back to the correct shape allowing you to install it on your Soul. I have linked our help article below which will help you through the process of flexing it back and installing on your Kia. The help article includes images which make it much easier to understand rather than trying...
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• Troubleshooting Tekonsha T-One Harness Causing Tail Light on 2015 Kia Soul to Go Out
• The Tekonsha T-One Vehicle Wiring Harness # 118431 that you mentioned is only a confirmed fit for the 2015 Kia Soul if it does not feature LED tail lights. I first just recommend making sure you don't have LED lights on your Soul which may cause issues like what you're describing with this particular harness plugged in. If you do have the LEDs then the correct trailer harness is actually the Tekonsha # 118637. If you don't have LED lights I recommend making sure the T-connectors are fully...
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• Arm of Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain is Not Locking
• I know you said you cleaned and lubricated the arms of the Roadmaster BlackHawk 2 All Terrain # RM-422, but I think you still need to clean the locking mechanisms which is why you're having an issue. Attached is a page from the instructions for the BlackHawk 2 All Terrain that you can check out. Please note that you need to be using a silicone lubricant and not a petroleum-based product as that will trap dirt instead of working it out of the system.
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• Exhaust Tailpipe Rattles Against Draw-Tite Trailer Hitch 24839 on a 2012 Kia Soul
• We do have a few tips on things you can try to reduce or eliminate exhaust rattle after installing a trailer hitch. I have included a link to an FAQ article that covers the things you can try. In many cases just a slight adjustment is needed.
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• Troubleshooting Damaged Curt Wiring Harness C56222 in 2013 Kia Soul
• Thank you for your February 2016 purchase of the Curt 4-pole wiring harness # C56222, which is a confirmed fit on the 2013 Kia Soul without LED-type lighting. This unit is indeed a plug-n-play harness that can only install one way, by plugging in at the taillight connectors. The only other wiring required for installation is tightly securing the included white ground wire with ring terminal to a bare metal spot on the vehicle, as is shown in the linked video for a 2016 Soul. This harness...
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• Trailer Running Lights Only Working on Passenger Side with a Kia Soul
• First, I am showing wiring harness # 118431 for a 2010 Kia Soul, so hopefully that is the one you are using. This sounds like a ground problem on the trailer. The running light circuit is on a different wire than the stop and turn lights, so it makes sense that those are working correctly. On the trailer, take a look at the offending light. Trailer lights usually ground through the mounting studs, unless there is an obvious ground wire. While back there, check that the bulb is intact. In...
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• Instructions for Installing Wind Deflectors on Rear Windows of 2016 Kia Soul
• I attached a copy of detailed instructions that will show you how to install the rear deflectors part # WT81760 on your 2016 Kia Soul. The use of the clips does make it a bit more interesting the pictures shows you exactly how to use them.
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• Troubleshooting Active Running Light Trailer Wiring Circuit on 2019 Kia Soul Wiring
• If the lights on your tester, like the Brophy # F5CT, are lighting up properly then it sounds like your Curt Wiring Kit # C56220 is working just fine on your 2019 Kia Soul. When you start applying another circuit tester like part # PTW2993 it is dimming the lights because that power is being sent through the tester instead of "stopping" in the tester. The running lights shouldn't be on unless the headlights are active on your vehicle. I would try hooking up your trailer to see if the running...
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• What is Causing My Curt Venturer to Flicker on the Controller?
• I'm so sorry to hear about your brake controller! I went ahead and brought the issue to my tech at Curt, and he confirmed that it is possible that there is an opening in the wiring or housing that is causing the signal to flicker on your Curt Venturer # C74VV. This is probably the case if you noticed that this only occurs in wet conditions. One way to confirm this is to see if this occurs during dry conditions (or occurs again in wet conditions). The only other possibilities are a short...
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• Running and Brake Lights on 2013 Kia Soul Not Working After Installing Curt Trailer Wiring Harness
• I spoke with my contact at Curt and he stated that if your 2013 Kia Soul has LED tail lights then there have been some issues with the wiring harness. If you do not have LED lights then it is likely a bad converter and it will need to be replaced. For a model with LED tail lights use # 118637.
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• Troubleshooting Trailer Wiring on 2010 Kia Soul that Won't Activate Tailights but Truck 4-Way Does
• One of two things are happening. Either the trailer is drawing too much amperage for the trailer wiring harness or there is a weak ground on the lights of the trailer which is causing the lights to not operate unless a more powerful wiring harness is attached. Check the grounds for the trailer to make sure they are attached a clean metal surface. Also check condition of main ground of trailer. Instead of going to the powered harness you could swap the lights on the trailer to LED and...
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• How to Fix Exhaust Rattle After Installing a Trailer Hitch
• Exhaust rattle is a common problem that people run into when installing a hitch. Even installation shops will have this problem because vehicle manufacturers allow for variances in their exhaust locations. In most cases it is pretty easy to fix. I recommend locating the exhaust hanger, the part where the exhaust is held to the car, and try to bend the hanger so that it pulls the exhaust away from the hitch with a pry bar. You will want about a 1/2 inch gap between the hitch and exhaust....
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• Troubleshooting Taillight Converter Thats Been Replaced Twice on 2018 Kia Soul
• The main reason why folks go through multiple trailer taillight wiring harnesses/converter modules is a short in the trailer wiring. I know, it's a new trailer but all it takes is one nick in the wire insulation when they were pulling the trailer wiring through the trailer frame and you'll continue blowing out converters until the end of time until you locate and repair the short. Since you're not getting any output on the taillight circuit, that's probably where the trouble lies. I'd...
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• Trouble Installing Bottom Hooks on Thule OutWay Bike Rack on a 2013 Kia Soul
• The issue you are having is not uncommon and not unique to the Kia Soul or a specific year. You mentioned removing the hooks from the cables but that is not necessary. All you have to do is get the top hooks in place to support the rack. Then pull the bottom cables out enough and pull open the hatch a little, put the hooks in place, then shut the hatch like normal. I have to do this on my car and my wife's SUV. Works every time. The video thing is coincidence since I have personally installed...
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