So I found out the USB port in my Soul doesn’t charge anything… it’s just for data. I do have two 12V cigarette lighter ports though. Has anyone tried using a 12V charger that has an actual plug outlet for power cords? I heard some people blew their fuses using certain ones, and I’d really like to avoid that. Any advice would help!
What year is your Soul? I’ve got a 2015, and it shows the power limit for each outlet. If the USB isn’t working, did you by any chance replace the stereo with an aftermarket one?
I use a USB adapter from Walmart, the Onn brand. It works great for charging my phone and other stuff. Mine is a 2019 Soul Plus.
I have the 2023 EX, and it came with a wireless charger. I just leave my phone on that little shelf and it charges while I drive.
Natashawilliams said:
I have the 2023 EX, and it came with a wireless charger. I just leave my phone on that little shelf and it charges while I drive.
How do I know if my Soul has the wireless charger? I’ve got a 2023 LX.
@Princeton
It’s a small shelf right above the USB and cigarette lighter ports. If you put your phone on it and see a little orange light, it means it’s charging. It seems to only work when the car is in drive though. Oh, and your phone needs to support wireless charging too!
My Soul’s USB port charges, and it also has wireless charging built in. But I stopped using the wireless charger because my phone overheats and the charging pauses.
Get yourself an inverter that plugs into the 12V port. It works just like a regular outlet at home. Just keep in mind, the car needs to be running or you’ll drain the battery.
I’ve got a 2013 Soul and my USB port won’t charge either. When I plug my phone in, it says the phone isn’t compatible. Maybe it missed some kind of update? No idea, lol.
Kashton said:
I’ve got a 2013 Soul and my USB port won’t charge either. When I plug my phone in, it says the phone isn’t compatible. Maybe it missed some kind of update? No idea, lol.
I think it only works with iPhones. I just use Bluetooth since I’ve got an Android.
@DolphGabbana
Funny thing is, I do have an iPhone! Still no luck, lol.
@DolphGabbana
My 2022 works fine with Android, no issues at all.
KiaRevolution said:
@DolphGabbana
My 2022 works fine with Android, no issues at all.
Yeah, I don’t think the older models like the 2013 supported Android properly.
The USB port in older Souls isn’t meant for charging, it’s just for playing MP3s from a flash drive. Your best bet is getting a USB charger that plugs into the cigarette lighter. Amazon has plenty of cheap options.
I’ve had better luck using a portable battery pack instead of charging through the car. I keep one in the car for long drives…works great. I’ve got a 2012 Soul, by the way.
I’ve got a 2013, and I run my red and white emergency lights for firefighting and charge my phone off the same 12V port without any issues.
I installed a 1000W pure sine wave inverter directly onto the stock battery of my 2021 Soul. It’s been running great for two years now without any problems.