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Mentor Mel
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เข้าร่วมเมื่อ 12 พ.ย. 2006
Who doesn't like to save money. Having a Kia in particularly a Soul does come with some challenges. I'm a passionate DIYer and refuses to spend money on car repairs if I'm able to do it myself. I will bring you along the journey of car projects that I work on. Think of it as I'm going through the storm so you can enjoy the rainbow. Don't worry it'll save you mental energy and time. I got you ;)
Kia Soul | Kia Theft Settlement | EASY - GET YO COINS!!
Explanation of Kia Theft Settlement Paperwork
If you were subject to attempted car theft or actual theft Kia is offering to compensate you. You will need your VIN number to fill out the form along with receipts. Good luck to those that got affected.
Disclaimer: I am not a professional by any means just a person that's on a journey of maintaining my car. Pro mechanics I welcome any advice. Learn from my mistakes or learn from me.
Video Compatible w/ Kia Soul 2015 - 2019.
2017 Kia Soul +
Support my other socials: linktr.ee/mentormel_
If you were subject to attempted car theft or actual theft Kia is offering to compensate you. You will need your VIN number to fill out the form along with receipts. Good luck to those that got affected.
Disclaimer: I am not a professional by any means just a person that's on a journey of maintaining my car. Pro mechanics I welcome any advice. Learn from my mistakes or learn from me.
Video Compatible w/ Kia Soul 2015 - 2019.
2017 Kia Soul +
Support my other socials: linktr.ee/mentormel_
มุมมอง: 203
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FREE Steering Wheel Lock | Kia Soul | How to Request
มุมมอง 1346 หลายเดือนก่อน
Request your FREE Steering Wheel Lock from Kia. ksupport.kiausa.com/consumeraffairs/swld Car Insurance Rate Hack www.drivesafeonline.org/south-carolina/defensive-driving-course/?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiAzJOtBhALEiwAtwj8tj2gesfKg0AJkxorX5jKq_V1WPjpiz7Kq_cSWQvs3FhwkfzQRsuefBoCMVUQAvD_BwE Disclaimer: I am not a professional by any means just a person that's on a journey of maintaining my car. Pr...
Kia Soul | Flat Tire Replacement | EASY and Time Saving
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EASY Emergency Fix - Don't wait hours for Roadside! Pull out your kit and tools and get that tire changed! Disclaimer: I am not a professional by any means just a person that's on a journey of maintaining my car. Pro mechanics I welcome any advice. Learn from my mistakes or learn from me. Video Compatible w/ Kia Soul 2015 - 2019. Spare Tire Kit amzn.to/3REH1uH 2017 Kia Soul Support my other soc...
Kia Soul | DIY Tag Lightbulb Replacement | EASY and Affordable
มุมมอง 1299 หลายเดือนก่อน
EASY Budget friendly repair to save some money Disclaimer: I am not a professional by any means just a person that's on a journey of maintaining my car. Pro mechanics I welcome any advice. Learn from my mistakes or learn from me. Video Compatible w/ Kia Soul 2015 - 2019. 2017 Kia Soul Tag Light Bulb - amzn.to/48K8Aum Support my other socials: linktr.ee/mentormel_
Kia Soul | Kill Switch Upgrade | MED Level Mod
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EASY Upgrade to protect your vehicle from theft. Disclaimer: I am not a professional by any means just a person that's on a journey of maintaining my car. Pro mechanics I welcome any advice. Video Compatible w/ Kia Soul 2015 - 2019. 2017 Kia Soul Kill Switch - amzn.to/44taYlI Support my other socials: linktr.ee/mentormel_
KIA SOUL | Oil Maintenance Routine | EASY Owner Maintenance
มุมมอง 892ปีที่แล้ว
EASY Owner Maintenance Tips to prolong your vehicle. Recommended cleaning every 20k to 30k Miles Process strongly recommended as a small maintenance upkeep. Video Compatible w/ Kia Soul 2015 - 2019 and any other car. 2017 Kia Soul Support my other socials: linktr.ee/mentormel_
Kia Soul | A Perfect Muse | Impromptu Video Shoot
มุมมอง 87ปีที่แล้ว
2017 Kia Soul 123000 Support my other socials: linktr.ee/mentormel_
Kia Soul | MAP Light Upgrade | EASY QUICK MOD
มุมมอง 408ปีที่แล้ว
EASY Upgrade to your vehicle. Recommended for internal cabin visibility. Video Compatible w/ Kia Soul 2015 - 2019. 2017 Kia Soul Sylvania 6461: White LED Mini Bulb - amzn.to/3YbJJdQ Pry Tools - amzn.to/3F62DK4 Support my other socials: linktr.ee/mentormel_
Kia Soul | Throttle Body Cleaning | EASY Owner Maintenance
มุมมอง 10Kปีที่แล้ว
Kia Soul | Throttle Body Cleaning | EASY Owner Maintenance
Kia Soul | Intake Valve Cleaning | EASY Owner Maintenance
มุมมอง 20Kปีที่แล้ว
Kia Soul | Intake Valve Cleaning | EASY Owner Maintenance
Kia Soul | Cigarette Lighter Fuse | EASY Owner Maintenance
มุมมอง 2.9Kปีที่แล้ว
Kia Soul | Cigarette Lighter Fuse | EASY Owner Maintenance
Kia Soul | Wheel Locks | Owner Protection Tips
มุมมอง 3.2Kปีที่แล้ว
Kia Soul | Wheel Locks | Owner Protection Tips
Engine Bay Cleaning | Kia Soul | EASY Owner Maintenance
มุมมอง 2.6Kปีที่แล้ว
Engine Bay Cleaning | Kia Soul | EASY Owner Maintenance
Kia Soul | PCV Valve | EASY Owner Maintenance
มุมมอง 13K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Kia Soul | PCV Valve | EASY Owner Maintenance
EASY Headlight LED Upgrade | Kia Soul | Travel
มุมมอง 3.8K2 ปีที่แล้ว
EASY Headlight LED Upgrade | Kia Soul | Travel
Air Filter | EASY Owner Maintenance |Kia Soul
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Air Filter | EASY Owner Maintenance |Kia Soul
Equipment Haul | Kia Soul | Cargo Space
มุมมอง 7512 ปีที่แล้ว
Equipment Haul | Kia Soul | Cargo Space
Tailgating (Year-round) Storage Setup | Kia Soul | Camping
มุมมอง 1.5K2 ปีที่แล้ว
Tailgating (Year-round) Storage Setup | Kia Soul | Camping
Finding my Soul (BANG) | Kia Soul | Car Purchase
มุมมอง 1943 ปีที่แล้ว
Finding my Soul (BANG) | Kia Soul | Car Purchase
A family friend who has a kia soul will benefit from this video and at the same time help me learn on the tire changing aspects on a kia. As for the nail(s) im kinda on the fence on that debate, 1 makes sense, but 2? I had a blow out going into June last month ran off the road, plowed through a barbwire fence you know. Why i say this is because when people seen the (insurance) photo of the cars damage .. most particularly the damaged tire. The dabate is 50/50 tire blow out or knife poke. Good to hear your safe, you have a good weekend.
love it! ty!
Thank you for this!!! I did it and feel so much more confident!!!
Great job! You are very welcome!!
Nice job! I think I need to change my PCV Valve as well. Thanks for the reminder and tip!
I fall in love the most honest woman in TH-cam 😂😂maybe in the world
i followed what you did but i wasnt expecting 6 error code popping up after it was done... 0301,0302,0303,0304,0700 and 0430..i drive a 2012 kia soul 4u
Try a cataclean after
@@MentorMel ok thank you..i seem to have a lot more issue since i did that cleaning...engine was very noisy and sluggish.
@@MentorMel i will try that cataclean and see that helps..thanks
Great video Mel. I have a 2014 Soul + with 94k miles. Unfortunately I was one of the unlucky ones replacing the PCV valve on my Kia Soul for the first time. The old valve came out okay without any problem. Installing the new one that I got at a local auto parts store was not so kind however. I tightened it by hand as much as I could, then a little tighter with a deep socket and ratchet, but not too tight. Apparently that was still too tight. The new valve busted in half behind the rubber grommet. The threaded part was still in the hole. Luckily I had a large screwdriver and i was able to twist and pry the threaded section out of the hole and put my old valve back in, which still seemed functional. This time I put my ratchet aside and used only the deep socket to tighten it by hand as much as I could. Hopefully it is enough.
My 2015 Kia Forte LX 1.8 made in Korea proudly displays 429,000 on the odometer. I use the Sea Foam valve cleaner every 2 oil changes (synthetic only). God bless us all!
I'm going on almost a year with my 2019 SOUL. I also have the organizer, and the tri fold cover up top. the one thing im curious about is... did your spare come with your KIA, or a seperate purchase? mine came with a kit that consisted of a motorized pump and a can of goo. If not, could you point me in the direction you took to purchase it? not that im too lazy to do my own research... :P but what you have fits nicely, and works. thank you in advance.
Kia cars are disposable..😂
They really are! I'm just holding out till my Subaru
2018 kia soul 79,000 . I am changing today 5/22/24
You got it!!
As promised, here is the response from Auxito. I was instructed to set up a return thru Amazon for a refund. Long story short, their bulb, and other Chinese made 1:1 profile, where the fins are inline with the blade are NOT suitable OR legal in our Gen2 Souls. Due to the improper orientation in our housing you get a massive ball of light that only extends out 100ft as measured on an alignment wall. High beam creates a dark spot in front of the car and only extends out about 50ft. All the light goes off to the sides, like a wide beam instead of high beam, due to improper orientation. In states that still use alignment screens or the newer beam setting/testing machines you will fail your inspection using these lights. They are going to look into making a bulb suitable for Kia’s and probably the Ford’s that have the same issue. The recommendation is we need to use a bulb that has an adjustable collar or base to allow for proper orientation.
Thank you for sharing!!
I think you did a nice job on the video. I have a Honda Earthdreams GDi and use this method. Along with Redline Si-1 fuel system cleaner. I do this on Fridays prior to my scheduled oil change on Saturdays where I add 4 ounces of Gumout Multitune to crankcase and drive for 5 miles to dealership to have oil changed. Go up a grade too, the 0w20 and 5w20 unless using Amsoil or Redline will dilute too soon; if using a basic synthetic oil use 5w30 and kept changing every 4-6k miles.
Thank you for sharing! I too went up on oil as well.
Mel is the best
Awww thank you! You're the best! ❤️
Thank you so much. I’m a road tripper and have some things to move around. I have a folding table and chair. Had no idea I could put them under the seat. ❤❤❤ I also love that you put those nets on the back of the seats. So excited to go to the car in a few minutes. You’re the best!
We just love your shows so much. You go in great detail for some of us dummies and we love how you explain everything it took a woman to do literally a man's job in this case and we appreciate you keep it up girl we love you!
My Kia soul is a 2020 gt line. 2 owner. Changed the PVC valve for the first time at 103,000. Bought the car at 96,000.
I have a 2019 black Kia soul it looks just like yours. I love my Kia soul I didn’t get any paperwork….great video
Oh no, submit a claim if you want to pursue the settlement. Thank you so much! ❤️
2016 kia soul . 44,000 miles . All done .
Awesome!!
Thanks, Mel, for posting this video. I don't own an eligible vehicle, however I appreciate your effort in posting and sharing this info. You truly are a lovely soul. (No pun intended) 🙂
I appreciate that!
Thanks Mel. I received the paperwork, and now, I know what it's about. My 2016 Black Soul + thanks you also.
You both are very welcome ❤
Thank you so much for this clip!!!
You're welcome!!
Hey my engine light came on and got it check out at advance. You give me confidence to fix it myself to save some money lol
Also yr 2018
That's great! I'm too working more on my confidence with cars. I did realize it's a little easier than originally imagined. You just gotta have the right tools along with some muscles every once in a while. :)
This is perhaps one of the best videos on how to do this !! Bravo! I love working on my kia soul and kia sportage turbo. Guys she is legit don't forget to subscribe
Thanks. Great content. Beautiful smile.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you 😁
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Thank you for showing me how to change my tire. I appreciate you frfr saved me 2 maybe 3 hours of my time not having to waiting on aaa
You are very welcome!
Thank you.
You're welcome!
So did it solve your oil consumption issue in the 3 months shy of 2 years since you made this video?
No it's a forever problem. I'd recommend installing a catch can
@@MentorMel Hmm, I don't know how to do that. You're supposed to change the valve every 30k miles. A friend of mine has a 2014 Kia Soul that's burning a lot of oil and I put a new PCV valve on it to try and fix the issue.
Gotcha I have another video for the throttle body cleaning. Instead of using your hand use the gas pedal to open and close the throttle body.
That's the newest looking throttle body I've ever seen, lol.
Haha well it's been there since I've had the car at 85k
Thank you informative down to earth and hope to resolve my rough idle cheap. Wish you will appreciate your video.
Hopefully it helps. I recently was having rough idle but did an oil change in quick succession. Changed within 1k and that seems to have helped. Good luck! I'd try cleaning the throttle body too.
Great Job! 2019 KIA Soul
Thanks for your video you helped me a lot. I changed my 1st tire today & saved $44.
That's awesome!!! I'm so glad it helped 🙏🏾
Hi Mentormel been bingeing your vids really informative. Wife soul got a p0420 engine light cat converter is going out. Going to try this.
Hey thanks for the support. I'd recommend cataclean as well. Unfortunately since the cars consume so much oil it's all going to the cat. Wishing you the best ❤️
Thank you for posting this informative video. It's probably the best one I've seen in regards to this procedure. The production work you put into the video is fantastic. Your demeanor, personality, smile and beautiful soul (no pun intended) make it easy to watch. Thanks again.
You are very welcome! Thank you for the kind words. I hope you stick around for more content
@MentorMel You're welcome and I definitely will. I have a Hyundai and wanted to mention and share this info: Top Tier fuel is recommended to use, as it's mentioned in the owner's manual. This will also help reduce carbon build up and help to keep the valves cleaner. With these GDi engines try and stay away from lower quality fuel.
I did in mine and NO SMOKE at all. I guess I'm taking care really good of my Soul. I bought 4 cans and lost a lot of money for nothing.
That's good! Keep on it. Your results are really what we all should be seeing but these are GDI engines
No smoke and 60 dollars is better than the alternative of having to pull manifold.
Please. Please. Kia soul 2012 here, automatic 2.0L never replaced, just cleaned every year and that's it.
Thank you! I just got a spare tire kit and didn't know how to use any of the parts. So thankful to see this video.
You are very welcome! Hopefully you never have to use it but definitely good that you have it! Wishing you the best!! ❤️
I have a 2013 Elantra 1.8L looks the same as your Soul. Awesome video.
Thanks! Under the hood manufacturers use similar parts so I hope these videos will be helpful for you. Welcome!! 🙋🏾♀️
You saved me. Thanks!!!!
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She's correct that this is a must for adding to your maintenance schedule. But this is PREVENTATIVE maintenance. If you're already experiencing rough running and dirty intake valve issues, this is not a silver bullet that will solve that. This has been proven by many other channels and videos. GDI engines suck.
Amen to that! GDI engines are definitely at the lower end of designs. I've definitely learned a bit on this engine since starting the page. I will say though I enjoy my car but once she goes, idk if I'd get another Soul. Unless it has a Honda engine 😅
sounds like a great idea, but I am curious, what does this device do to all the computer modules in the car when the power is continually turned off and on? Even simple things like you lose your stereo settings, but things the car learns are gone aren't they? I am in no way a mechanic, so please help me learn what it will or won't do to the computer of the car.
Hey! So it'll act as if you've changed your battery to your car. There won't be any power locks, the radio settings will reset same with mpg if you use that feature. In terms of maintenance things it shouldn't affect that. Again it's very similar to having a dead battery then jumping it or replacing it. Hope this helps!
Subbing up. Thank you . Alot.
Thank you for joining the fam!
2018 Kia Soul 93,500 miles
Make sure you are up to date on recalls
Great stuff. Will do pcv valve on 2012 Kia Soul. Has 300k on it. Hope it don’t die soon. Just bought it a week ago. Cheap car. Great on gas
Wow! 300k! That's amazing!!
Just had engine oil change and pcv valve change as you showed .Try to suck transmission oil from top. The hole was too narrow and it had a barrier layer. Maybe you can do a video teach us how to suck transmission oil from top. There is a sensor look like can take out but I didn’t find how to get loose.
Please. Please. Kia soul 2012 here, automatic 2.0L never replaced, just cleaned every year and that's it.
NICE! A Soul Sista 😂😂 Keep making these.
Haha absolutely ❤️
Learned a lot from your videos today. Thank you so much for taking the time to make these videos and post these. You did an amazing job on them. Much appreciated ❤
I'm loving your videos. Thank you. I'm good with other cars. My Kia has always intimidated me for some reason. You make it look easy and explain in a way I understand. Thank you for staying on point and not trying to promote stuff.❤ keep it up. I'll be following now. My son named mine Lightening McQueen 😊
Thank you
Most welcome!