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Kia Soul

Work in progress integration 🚧~

Kia Soul EV had two types of batteries:

  • E375 cell is a 37.5Ah cell. This is the cell used in the 27 kWh Kia Soul EV from June 2014 to June 2017. It is NMC622 LMO Free
  • E400 cell is a 40.0 Ah cell. This is the cell used in the 30 kWh Kia Soul EV from June 2017 to May 2019.

Pack consists of 4x10S and 4x14S modules = 96S in total (96S2P configuration)

There is an Android App available which may be used to further experiments: Soul EV Spy

Parts List~

Connectors: MG656922-5 KET (pins are included) can be ordered here alibaba

Connector pin: KET Female Terminal ST731438-3 C060

Main connector (out of stock?): KET Connector MG645649-5

HV Cable part no. 91876E 4000

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Wiring diagram~

Connect the following pins to 12V, GND and CAN;

Battery Pin Connected to
1 B+ To 12V feed
2 CAN-H To CAN-H port of Battery-Emulator
3 Crash Not used
4 Ainrsa1 Not used
5 F Speed1 Not used
6 CAN-L To CAN-L port of Battery-Emulator
7 GND To GND of 12V system
8 B2+ To 12V
9 CAN2-L To CAN-L port of Battery-Emulator
10 RCTL Not used
11 Wake up Not used
12 VF1 Not used
13 CAN2-H to CAN-H port of Battery-Emulator
14 GND To GND of 12V system
15 IGN+ To 12V
16 Main + RLY2 To GPIO for automatic contactor control, via SSR relay
17 Main - RLY2 To GPIO for automatic contactor control, via SSR relay
18 Empty Not used
19 GND To GND of 12V system
20 GND To GND of 12V system

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Pictures~

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CAUTION

Working with high voltage is dangerous. Always follow local laws and regulations regarding high voltage work. If you are unsure about the rules in your country, consult a licensed electrician for more information.