What happens if you accidentally ride with your emergency brake on?
When you drive with the parking brake even partially on for several miles, it’s possible to warp a drum or disc. Or if the brakes get really overheated, you can even cause the lining’s adhesive to fail, and have the linings crack or even separate from the pads or the brake shoes. And that would need to be fixed.
How did the Kia Soul engine catch on fire?
The contact owned a 2020 Kia Soul. While driving at 70 mph, the vehicle stalled as the engine warning light illuminated and the vehicle was merged to the side of the road. When the contact attempted to restart the vehicle, the engine caught on fire. The fire department extinguished the fire. A police report was filed. No injuries were sustained.
Why did my Kia Soul die at a stoplight?
We were stopped at a stoplight that afternoon when the vehicle attempted to lurch forward, but was stopped by the brakes being applied. The vehicle made a screeching noise very briefly, and died. Vehicle was not able to be restarted, and had to be pushed to a parking lot.
Where can I get a Kia Soul repaired?
The contact and vehicle occupant struck the dashboard however, there were no reported injuries. The vehicle was towed to fuccillo Kia of greece (4321 w ridge rd, rochester, NY 14626, (585) 720-8000) to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that there was metal shavings inside of the transmission.
Is there a recall on the Kia Soul?
Machining errors during the engine manufacturing process may cause premature bearing wear within the engine. Bearing wear may result in the engine seizing, increasing the risk of a crash. Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine assembly, replacing it necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 25, 2017.
What does the warning light on the Kia Soul mean?
When the parking brake is applied. When the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low. If the warning light illuminates with the parking brake released, it indicates the brake fluid level in reservoir is low. If the brake fluid level in the reservoir is low: 1. Drive carefully to the nearest safe location and stop your vehicle. 2.
Are there any brake problems with the Kia Soul?
Other Common Service Brakes related problems of Kia Motor Soul Problem Category Number of Problems Service Brakes problems 75 Brakes Failed problems 7 Brake Light On problems 6 Brake Master Cylinder problems 5
What happens if you put Mil on Kia Soul?
In this case, have your vehicle inspected by an authorized Kia dealer. Driving with the Malfunction Indicator Lamp (MIL) on may cause damage to the emission control systems which could effect drivability and/or fuel economy.
What to do if your Kia warning light is not working?
Then check all brake components for fluid leaks. If any leaks in the brake system is still found, the warning light remains on, or the brakes do not operate properly, do not drive the vehicle. In this case, have your vehicle towed to an authorized Kia dealer and inspected. Your vehicle is equipped with dualdiagonal braking systems.