Kia Soul EV Owner's Manual Quiz
Restraints

Seat Belt Buckle Switch (BS) Repair Procedures

In this manual: Restraints
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
9steps
~54min
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Removal

  1. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least three minutes before starting work.
  2. Remove the front seat assembly. (Refer to Body - "Front Seat")
  3. Remove the seat belt buckle switch. (Refer to Body - "Front Seat Belt Buckle")

Installation
Make sure to install the harness wires so they are not pinched and do not interfere with other parts.
  1. Remove the ignition key from the vehicle.
  2. Disconnect the negative battery cable and wait at least three minutes before starting work.
  3. Install the seat belt buckle switch. (Refer to Body - "Front Seat Belt Buckle")
  4. Install the front seat assembly. (Refer to Body - Front Seat.)
  5. Connect the negative battery cable.
  6. After installing the seat belt buckle switch, check that the system operates correctly:
    • Turn the ignition ON; the SRS indicator should illuminate for approximately six seconds, then turn off.

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