Kia Soul P0174: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

One of the most common trouble codes with the Kia Soul is P0174. It indicates that your Kia Soul is running lean on the bank two side of the engine.  P0174 and P0171 (fuel trim lean bank one) are the most frequently seen air/fuel mixture-related codes. If they appear together, it reduces the list of … Read more

Kia Soul P0175: Causes, Diagnosis, How to Fix

P0175 is a common trouble code that can appear in the Kia Soul. It’s generic, so it has the same meaning for your car as it would any other automobile. There are MANY issues that can cause P0175 in the Soul. If there are other codes present, use them to eliminate potential causes and save … Read more

Kia Soul P0021: OBDII Code Diagnosis

P0021 is a common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Kia Soul can have VVT, and is prone to developing this code.     P0021 is a generic OBDII code. This means that it has the same definition regardless of the make … Read more

Kia Soul P0010: Causes + Likely Fix

P0010 is a relatively common trouble code. It affects vehicles with variable valve timing (VVT). The list of VVT vehicles is growing, and the Kia Soul can have VVT and is prone to developing this code. P0010 is often by low or sludgy oil. Check your Soul’s oil as soon as possible. P0010 is a … Read more

Kia Soul P0172: Fuel System Rich – Bank 1

A common trouble code with the Kia Soul is P0172. This code number references a number given to you when you plug your car into an OBDII scanner. It’s not the most complicated OBDII trouble code to diagnose. It is also one of the most common. It means the motor is running rich. Kia Soul … Read more

Kia Soul P0446: Meaning, Causes, How to Fix

A prevalent issue with the Kia Soul is the P0446 code. This code corresponds to a specific number obtained when connecting your Soul to an OBDII scanner. A faulty vent control valve most commonly causes P0446. Definition P0446: EVAP System – Vent Control Circuit – Malfunction Symptoms Usually none Common Causes Bad EVAP Vent Control … Read more

Kia Soul P0304: Cylinder 4 Misfire – Diagnosis + Fix

If your Kia Soul has the P0304 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic OBD IIcode (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your car’s fourth cylinder is misfiring. P0304 is a drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more

Kia Soul P0449: Vent Valve Solenoid – Circuit Malfunction

A somewhat common issue with the Kia Soul is the P0449 code. This code references a number that is given to you when you plug it into a OBD2 scanner. P0449 deals with the evaporative emissions control (EVAP) system. It often appears with, or is related other codes, such as P0420, P0446, and very often … Read more

P0303 Kia Soul: Cylinder 3 Misfire Diagnosis

If your Kia Soul has the P0303 trouble code, you should know that it’s about as common of a code as there is. It’s a generic code (same meaning for all vehicles) that indicates that your car’s third cylinder is misfiring. P0303 is a real drivability concern and should be dealt with right away. If … Read more

Kia Soul P0113: IAT Sensor → High Input Problem

P0113 is an OBDII trouble code that occurs when the Kia Soul’s engine management computer detects that there is an issue with the Intake Air Temperature (IAT) Sensor, specifically that there is a High Input Problem with it. P0113: IAT Sensor – High Input Problem The IAT sensor is responsible for measuring the air temperature … Read more