Today, we’ll go into more detail about what the ECO Package for the Soul+ trim-level entails. It consists of the Low Rolling Resistance Tires and the Idle Stop and Go (ISG) System.
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ECO Package: Stop & GoISG
One of the most recent developments in enhancing fuel efficiency and lowering pollutants is ISG. The 2016 Kia Soul ISG system, also known as stop-go technology, seamlessly and instantly restarts the engine when the driver wants to move the car when it is stalled in traffic. This is an especially fantastic feature in regions with plenty of traffic lights or congestion.
Although traffic in Kansas City is rarely as congested as it is in Los Angeles, I can think of numerous occasions when having the ISG feature in my Kia would have allowed me to save a ton of money!
However, if certain requirements related to safety and comfort are not met, the engine is not turned off (for example, when the engine oil is still cold, when the battery is running low or when the outside temperature is below 3o C or 37F). By depressing the ISG OFF switch on the crash pad lower panel, it can be turned off.
ECO Package: Low Rolling Resistance Tires
The low rolling resistance tires use less fuel because there is less friction on the road. They reduce the amount of energy lost during tire rolling, increasing vehicle fuel efficiency. They collaborate with the ISG system to maximize the fuel efficiency of your Soul+.
ISG and Low Rolling Resistance Tires are both features that are frequently found in hybrid and electric cars, but the Soul + ECO Package increases your gas mileage while reducing your carbon impact without having to fork out the hefty cost of a hybrid or electric car.
How can I determine if my Kia Soul is an ISG?
- Find the ISG button as shown below (B). Depending on the Kia model, the ISG button can be found in one of two places. The button is located on the center console of the Telluride, Sorento, K5, and Stinger. The ISG button is situated on the driver’s panel to the left of the steering wheel in the Soul and Seltos.
- To disable the “stop and go feature,” press the ISG button.
What does ISG on a Kia mean?
To check the system, speak to the local Kia dealer. The ISG (Idle Stop and Go) technology automatically turns off the engine while the vehicle is at a halt to save fuel consumption.
Idle Stop and Go is there in a Kia Soul?
Multiple sensors in your car are connected to the Idle Stop and Go system, which can detect when you are genuinely stopped at a stop sign or surrounded by a sea of other vehicles. When it is absolutely certain that you are stopped, it turns off your engine and enters a kind of monitoring mode. Your vehicle then waits for one of the following circumstances to be met before restarting from idle stop mode, which includes you:
- Pulling the brake pedal back
- putting the brake pedal all the way down and putting the car in reverse or sport
- Putting the car in drive after shifting it from neutral
If you decide not to use idle stop and go, you must turn it off every time you start your Kia because it is activated by default. Simply pressing the button or restarting your ignition will turn it on again. The Telluride, Sorento, K5, or Stinger’s center console is where you’ll find the button. On the Soul and Seltos, it is located in the driver’s panel to the left of the steering wheel.
Saves gas, does ISG?
Generally speaking, this decreases heat, power loss, fuel consumption, and wear; but, Miller’s newest triple ester nano-technology, known as Nanodrive, goes farther. Under high pressure, tiny nanoparticles that resemble minuscule ball bearings exfoliate, leaving behind polymer “flakes” that adhere to the engine surfaces.
The technology is currently only present in Miller’s top-tier racing lubricants, but in terms of stop-start, it might help lessen wear during each restart, which is when the most wear occurs.
The potential harm posed by stop-start systems to engine longevity should theoretically be eliminated with the implementation of low-friction bearing and lubrication technology. Although the technology is still quite new, only time will tell if every automaker has made the right choice.
Does stop-start help save fuel?
Yes, you will save the fuel that the engine would have consumed when the car is immobile in instances where you are stationary with the engine running, such as in heavy traffic or while waiting for the lights to change.
The amount of fuel saved is sometimes debated and mostly depends on the style of driving used when using the system. Naturally, longer periods of inactivity result in greater fuel savings. Additionally, there are times when stop-start does not function. For instance, if the engine is cold, the system is less likely to act in order to enable the engine to fully warm up. Additionally, it might not switch off the engine if the battery is low, if the driver doesn’t buckle their seatbelt, like with Volvo’s system, or if the air conditioning is turned on.
Do all 2021 cars feature auto start-stop functionality?
Due to the widespread semiconductor shortage, several vehicles from the 2021 model year no longer have the Automatic Stop/Start feature (Fig. 5). Models from the years 2021 Silverado 1500, Tahoe, Suburban, Sierra 1500, Yukon, and Escalade that come with 5.3L and 6.2L V8 (RPO L84 and RPO L87) engines coupled to the 10L80 10-speed automatic transmission are among those that are vulnerable (RPO MQB, MQC). On June 7, 2021, the modification that eliminated the Automatic Stop/Start feature went into effect.
Vehicles affected by this regulation must have the RPO NSS (Not Equipped with Automatic Stop/Start) until June 7, 2021. To identify vehicles constructed without Automatic Stop/Start, RPO NSS will be utilized. Additionally, the switch bank will no longer contain the Auto Stop button (Fig. 6) on the instrument panel. Fuel efficiency estimates for these vehicles will be updated and approved by the EPA.
Even if a vehicle additionally has RPO KL9 (Engine ControlStop/Start System), which is retained based on other components still in place on the vehicle, it does not have Automatic Stop/Start technology.
It is currently anticipated that these manufacturing modifications will apply to Automatic Stop/Start availability for the duration of the 2021 model year.
How is an ISG put to use?
At Volvo Cars, cutting emissions and fuel usage are two of the company’s major environmental priorities.
The Integrated Starter Generator (ISG), created by Volvo Cars and displayed at the 2001 Frankfurt Motor Show, is one of the most promising innovations in this area.
ISG can reduce pollutants and fuel consumption by up to 20% in urban driving, which is characterized by frequent stops, starts, decelerations, and accelerations.
Installed between the engine and gearbox and connected directly to the crankshaft is this ISG unit. The alternator and starting motor are both replaced by ISG. Additionally, ISG provides power under some conditions of operation, saving gasoline since not all of the power is provided by the engine alone.
The spare wheel bay in the luggage compartment houses a separate battery for the ISG system, which uses 42-volt technology.
There is no requirement to create a new car model or substantially alter an old vehicle.
Most of the current Volvo automobile models can be combined with ISG. Compared to other environmentally friendly solutions, including full hybrid powertrains, it is a fairly affordable system.
A Volvo with ISG functions and appears nearly identical to a regular Volvo. The engine immediately shuts off when the automobile comes to a stop, and gas station trips are spaced farther between. These are the most visible distinctions.
Instead of using gasoline at idling speed, as might happen when waiting at a traffic signal, an engine with ISG totally shuts off when the vehicle comes to a stop.
The ISG car starts up instantaneously and virtually noiselessly as soon as the traffic light turns green and the driver releases the brake pedal to move the vehicle. When the car accelerates and when it would normally need an increased amount of fuel to be pumped into the engine, ISG gives the engine more power.
This is unequivocal proof of the ISG car’s environmental advantages for the user who commutes a lot in urban traffic. When the car is not moving, the engine is simply not used.
ISG continues to operate throughout the driving process, such as when overtaking or at other times when its strength is required or advantageous.
The ISG-equipped car feels even more attentive in some circumstances than a comparable car with conventional power. For instance, you can maintain reaction and driveability when driving in a high gear at low revs.
ISG’s fundamental tenet is that in order to lower fuel consumption and exhaust emissions, the combustion engine should operate as efficiently and minimally as feasible.
When you depress the accelerator pedal to slow down, the car’s forward motion powers the ISG unit, which then uses free energy to recharge the 42-volt battery.
The ISG is significantly more effective than a traditional alternator, which also helps to explain the low fuel usage.
Additionally, it means that features like power steering and air conditioning, which are now driven by combustion engines in cars, can now be powered by electricity.
As a result, even after the engine is turned off, the air conditioning system keeps running. Many of Volvo’s rivals are unable to provide this benefit in their own ISG programs.
The benefits of 42-volt technology go beyond only powering the ISG system. Because of the higher voltage, modern safety and information systems, for example, that are increasingly being employed in automobiles, have a more secure current supply.
Additionally, a lot more electrically driven comfort-improving features will be compatible. What about a cup holder that keeps your coffee hot or cools your soft drink? This is all made possible by 42-volt technology. Volvo and the FMC are already working on development.
When the car is stationary, the engine shuts off rather than idling, resulting in zero fuel use and emissions.
provides comfort and maneuverability even when operating in high gear and low rpm, saving fuel.
When needed, the ISG unit provides additional power without using more gasoline. This lowers emissions and consumption.
Compared to a typical alternator, the ISG is more efficient at producing electricity. The 42-volt battery is used to store “free” energy that is recovered during slow-down.
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Can the Start-Stop system be disabled?
Although you can turn off this feature, no automaker lets you do so indefinitely. To temporarily disable Autostop, press the “A Off” button adjacent to the gear shifter on your car. However, keep in mind that you won’t be able to permanently cure this issue, as Start-Stop will reactivate itself the next time you turn on your ignition switch.
Why doesn’t my stop/start function?
Here’s a fact that not everyone is aware of. When reverse gear is selected or a parking aid is activated, stop-start won’t work. It won’t operate if the wheel is twisted at an acute angle. The engine going off every few seconds is more than a little annoying to the system because it knows there’s a good possibility you’re maneuvering. Additionally, when you are on a steep incline, the automobile is intelligent enough to turn off stop-start. It also won’t function if the engine management system has any issues. A warning light will turn on on the dashboard to let you know this.
Could you disable the auto stop?
Can Auto Start-Stop Be Disabled Permanently? All manufacturers provide you the option to temporarily turn off auto start-stop, but none let you do so indefinitely. Thankfully, there are aftermarket autostop eliminators that will permanently disable this feature.
How is idle stop/start implemented?
Idle stop-start technology stops the engine when the car is idling and decelerating at moderate speeds, which lowers fuel consumption and exhaust pollution.
Is your battery drained by auto start-stop?
Q. I recently bought a Mercedes E-Class, which I really like. One aspect of the vehicle is that the engine shuts off when it comes to a momentary stop, like at a stop sign. When I step on the gas, it restarts immediately, but I’m not sure how much gas this is saving. I imagine that the engine would eventually suffer from all of the frequent starting and stopping. What do you believe?
A. Your car’s start/stop feature is intended to reduce fuel consumption and emissions. The engineering division of AAA conducted certain tests and discovered that fuel savings have reached 5%. Tests thus far have not revealed any appreciable alteration in battery or starter motor life due to additional wear and tear. More vehicles equipped with this fuel-saving technology are now on the road, but some manufacturers’ awkward designs make me grab for the “defeat” button
Q. I was looking for on the internet “I came across your essay while researching power drain on 2016 Subaru Foresters. On January 22, 2016, I drove my brand-new automobile home. On March 22, when it lost electricity, I had to have it hauled away from my house. All windows and the sunroof were closed. The dealership diagnosed a damaged battery in my car and fixed it after I had airtightened the dog and new car smells. I had it towed back to the dealership last week. Both the back cargo door and the driver’s window were up. Battery life was expired. The car’s battery was charged, but it wasn’t able to maintain the charge, and neither the power cargo door nor the window would operate. My automobile is still at the dealership. They made the call now and will keep it tomorrow. There was discussion around the potential necessity for a trickle charger and closing any open windows or doors. I don’t believe this, and I think it to be reprehensible. Another customer was picking up her Outback when I picked up my loaner car, and she had the same problems. I reside in Alaska’s Anchorage. Although I am aware that you are far away, this is a global problem.
A. You are the first email from Alaska among the many from across the nation that I have received. The body control computer and, in certain cases, the power seat motor have reportedly been changed, according to several owners of troublesome vehicles. In order to rule out any obvious or typical issues at this point, a particular test for parasitic battery drain should be carried out.
A. He opened the spare tire wheel well on my 2003 Cadillac Seville, which I had some body work done on, and it was totally filled with water.
Has this been an issue this year or in previous years? Do you have any ideas on how to locate the leak’s source or where to bring it for repairs?
A. It appears like a panel may not have been entirely sealed after a repair by the body shop. There are cutting-edge leak detection methods as well as more traditional methods. The old-fashioned way is to place someone in the trunk with a flashlight while someone else sprays water on the car around the rear window, trunk, and any previous repair locations. The high-tech method involves using an ultrasonic tester.
A 2011 CRV EX with all the bells and whistles caught my eye, but it has 127,000 miles on the highway. The car was having a safety check after being just delivered to the dealer. Would you be willing to pay the $12,000 the dealer is asking for this Honda with its high mileage?
A. Given that modern automobiles typically run 200,000 miles or more, the 127,000-mile Honda CR-V still has plenty of life left in it. Additionally, it appears to be a decent deal at $12,000. As with any used car, have it thoroughly inspected by a trained technician who is experienced with the vehicle before making a purchase.