Preparing The Installation - frk2/opencaret GitHub Wiki

Overview

Before we need get to the modules installation, we will need to prepare the car. Preparation in this case means we need to take off the lower panel so we can have access to the MDPS, Acceleration pedal position sensor, and brake sensor.

Tools

  • Pry tools (Plastic) - Update Amazon link
  • Set of screwdrivers - Update Amazon link

Notice

  • Pry use a flat-tip screwdriver and use protective tape while prying
  • Plastic panel removal tool is your best friend
  • Don't bend or over stress the panel. Patience!

Crash Pad Lower Panel

Mainly, we are going to remove the whole crash pad lower pad. Follow the steps below to remove the 2015/2016 Soul EV Crash Pad Lower Panel.

Step 1 Remove Side Trim

  • Remove scuff Trim

  • Remove hood latch use the screwdriver (Use 6mm hex bit to press the center until the handle easily pulls off the post)

  • Remove the front door body side weatherstrip and remove the cowl side trim

Step 2 Remove Crash pad Side Cover

Step 3 Remove Crash pad Lower panel

Step 4 Take off the OBD Port

Close Up

If everything goes right and we follow the instruction, you should start see the MDPS, Access to the brake pedal, and accel pedal.

Congratulations, this is the end of Preparation step. Now we are ready to hook up the modules.