Kia Soul (SK3): Features of your vehicle / Storage compartments

These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or passengers.

CAUTION

• To avoid possible theft, do not leave valuables in the storage compartments.
• Always keep the storage compartment covers closed while driving. Do not attempt to place so many items in the storage compartment that the storage compartment cover cannot close securely.

WARNING

Flammable materials

Do not store cigarette lighters, propane cylinders, or other flammable/ explosive materials in the vehicle. These items may catch fire and/or explode if the vehicle is exposed to hot temperatures for extended periods.

Center console storage, Glove box

Center console storage

These compartments can be used to store small items required by the driver or front passenger.

To open the center console storage pull up the lever.

Glove box

To open the glove box, pull the handle and the glove box will automatically open. Close the glove box after use.

WARNING

To reduce the risk of injury in an accident or sudden stop, always keep the glove box door closed while driving.

CAUTION

Do not keep food in the glove box for a long time.

Sunglass holder

To open the sunglass holder, press the cover and the holder will slowly open. Place your sunglasses with the lenses facing out. To close the sunglass holder, push it up.

WARNING

• Do not keep objects except sunglasses inside the sunglass holder. Such objects can be thrown from the holder in the event of a sudden stop or an accident, possibly injuring the passengers in the vehicle.
• Do not open the sunglass holder while the vehicle is moving. The rear view mirror of the vehicle can be blocked by an opened sunglass holder.
• Do not put the glasses forcibly into a sunglass holder to prevent breakage or deformation of the glasses. It may cause personal injury if you try to open it forcibly when the glasses are jammed in the holder.

Luggage net holder

To keep items from shifting in the cargo area, you can use the 4 holders located in the cargo area to attach the luggage net.

If necessary, Kia recommends to contact an authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

CAUTION

To prevent damage to the goods or the vehicle, care should be taken when carrying fragile or bulky objects in the luggage compartment.

WARNING

Avoid eye injury. DO NOT overstretch the luggage net, ALWAYS keep your face and body out of the luggage net’s recoil path. DO NOT use when the strap has visible signs of wear or damage.

Increase cargo space

If you want to increase cargo space,

1. Grasp the handle on the top of the cover and lift it

2. Fold the rear part of the luggage board frontward

3. Pull the luggage board hinge to the end of sliding slot and it will fall down lower to increase cargo space.

4. Slide it frontward (refer to the above pictures)