Kia Soul EV Owner's Manual Quiz
Restraints

Emergency Front Belt Fixing Device (EFD) Description and Operation

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General Information — 17Maintenance — 17Drive Shaft and Axle — 15Suspension System — 36Steering — 24Restraints — 48Brake System — 37Body (Interior and Exterior) — 207Body Electrical System — 203Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning — 80Electric Vehicle Battery System — 115
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Description

The Emergency Locking Device (EFD) deploys simultaneously with the belt pretensioner to tighten the seat belt firmly during a collision. It is located near the anchor for the driver and passenger seats to compensate for existing slack. The EFD is supplementary equipment that provides additional protection for the driver and passenger against being thrown forward and tilting toward the anchor during a collision, preventing the seat belts from loosening.
Never measure the EFD resistance directly, as current from the measuring device may cause unexpected airbag deployment.

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