Kia SOUL EV User manual

Emergency Rescue Guide Manual

Introduction
Soul Identification
Identifying a Kia Soul . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Soul Main Electronic Systems
Power Electronics Specification . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Airbag system (S S: Supplemental estraint System). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Emergency Procedures
Initial esponse: Identify, Immobilize and Disable. . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Extraction Operations. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Vehicle Fire .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Submerged or Partially Submerged Vehicles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
High Voltage Battery Damage and Fluid Leaks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Roadside Assistance
Towing
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Emergency Starting. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .. . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Document Purpose
The purpose of this document is to familiarize first responders and the towing/roadside
assistance industry with the proper methods to handle the Soul EV in an emergency
situation. This guide gives a basic overview of key vehicle systems and instructions for
dealing with the different types of emergencies encountered by first responders. The
emergency response procedures for this vehicle will provide how to deal with the high
voltage electrical system.
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Introduction
Within this Emergency esponse Guide you will find Cautions , Warnings
and Dangers which provide critical information and help you do your job safely and
efficiently. Below are the definitions of these terms. When you see a Caution ,
Warning or Danger , be certain you understand the message before you attempt to
perform any part of an emergency response procedure.
A Caution alerts you to a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or
moderate injury.
A Warning alerts you to a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death
or serious injury.
A Danger alerts you to a hazardous situation which, if not avoided will
result in death or serious injury.

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Introduction
Vehicle Description
The Kia Soul EV
uses a high voltage battery and a electric motor to power the vehicle
without any fuel unlike a conventional vehicle that uses a standard combustion engine.
The Soul EV is an eco friendly vehicle which does not produce any exhaust emissions.
Identifying a Kia Soul
The Kia Soul EV
can be easily identified by the “Eco electric” logo attached on the tail gate.
“Eco
electric logo on tail gate
The eco electric logo may be missing or hidden after a crash due to damage to the vehicle.
Always be sure to utilize additional methods of identification before determining that the
vehicle is not an electric car.
Electrocution Risk

The VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) identifies
an electric car with a “G” or “H”
displayed in the 8th position, as shown in the below drawing.
The VIN can be found:
1) Underneath the front passenger seat (or driver seat).
2) On the vehicle certification label attached to the driver’s side (or passenger) center pillar.
3) O
n a plate attached to the top of the dashboard. The number on the plate can easily
be seen through the windshield from outside.
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Soul EV Identification
VIN Label
XXXXXXX1XXXXXXXXX
8th position (1 or 2)

The Soul EV Cluster Instrument Panel displays the
EV specific features such as high
voltage
battery SOC (State of Charge) as highlighted below.
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Soul EV Cluster Instrument Panel
Soul EV Identification
Charge Status Indicator
The
battery charge status indicator (3 separate lights), visible from outside on the center
of the dashboard is illuminated when the vehicle is charged with an AC or DC charger. The
number of lights illuminated indicates the charge level of the battery.

The charging port is located on the front
left bumper.
Note : The doors must be un-locked to open the charge port door.
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Charging Port
How to open the charging port
1.
Press the unlock door button, depress
the brake pedal and apply the parking brake.
2.
Turn OFF all switches, move the shift lever
to P (Park) and turn off the vehicle.
3. Open the charging door by pressing it.
Unlock charging door in emergency
If the charging door does not open due to
battery discharge, open the hood and slightly
pull the emergency cable as shown left.
The charging door will then open.
Soul EV Identification

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Soul EV Main Electronic Systems
Motor
Type Permanent magnet synchronous motor
Max. Output HP(kW) 201 (150)
Max Torque lb-ft(Nm) 291 (395)
EPCU
Inverter Input Voltage(V) 245 ~ 421.4
LDC Max. Output HP(kW) 2.4 (1.8)
High Voltage
Battery
Type
Lithium-ion polymer
Extended type Economical type
Rated Voltage (V) 240 – 412 225 - 387
Capacity (Ah) /
Energy (kWh) 180 / 64.0 120 / 39.2
Quantity for Pack
(Cell / Module) 98Cells / 5Modules 90Cells / 3Modules
High-voltage battery
EPCU
Motor
High Voltage System

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Soul EV Main Electronic Systems
Vehicle
components
12V
auxiliary battery
The 12V auxiliary battery is located in the left side of the electric motor room, and powers
all of the vehicle’s standard electronics like radio, lights, door locks, power windows, etc.
Also, it powers the EPCU (Electric Power Control Unit) which controls the high voltage
current to main electronic systems like the motor and high voltage junction box.
12V Auxiliary Battery

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Soul EV Main Electronic Systems
Motor
The motor of the EV converts electrical energy into
motive force with a Max. power of 201Hp (150kW)
and Max. torque of 291lb
-ft (395Nm).
Electric Power Control Unit (EPCU)
The EPCU includes an Inverter and LDC (Low Power
DC
-DC Converter) in one housing. The inverter
converts DC to AC to supply electricity to the motor.
It also converts AC to DC to charge the high voltage
battery. The LDC converts high voltage electricity to 12
voltage to charge the 12V auxiliary battery.
High voltage battery
The HV Lithium ion polymer battery supplies and stores
electric energy, to the traction motor, and is
located under the Soul EV chassis.
The
OBC is the battery charging equipment that
converts external AC to DC to charge the high voltage
battery.
On
-Board Charger (OBC)