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7-35
Tire Rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recommended that the tires
be rotated every 12,000 km (7,500 miles), or sooner if
irregular wear develops.
✻ ✻
NOTICE
Warm tires normally exceed recommended
cold tire pressures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6 psi).
Do not release air from warm tires to adjust the
pressure. The tires will become underinflated
when cold.
Underinflation results in excessive wear, poor
handling, reduced fuel economy, and the
possibility of blowouts from overheated tires.
Also, low tire pressure can cause poor sealing
of the tire bead. If the tire pressure is
excessively low, wheel deformation and/or tire
separation are possible. Keep tire pressures at
the proper levels. If a tire frequently needs
refilling, have it checked by an authorized Kia
dealer or a tire shop.
Overinflation produces a harsh ride, handling
problems, excessive wear at the center of the
tire tread, and a greater possibility of damage
from road hazards.
WARNING -Tire Inflation
Overinflation or underinflation can reduce tire
life, adversely affect vehicle handling, and lead
to sudden tire failure. This could result in loss
of vehicle control.
AS2B07022A
Do not include compact spare tire in rotationFront
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During tire rotation, check the tires for correct balance.
Check for uneven wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by incorrect tire pressure, improper
wheel alignment, an out-of-balance condition, severe
braking or severe cornering. Look for bumps or bulges
in the tread or side of tire. Replace the tire if you find
either of these conditions. Also, replace the tire if you
can see fabric or cord. After rotation, be sure to bring
the front and rear tire pressures to specification and
check lug nut tightness.
Disc brake pads should be inspected for wear
whenever tires are rotated. Maintenance7-36
Tire Replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator will
appear as a solid band, 12.7 mm wide (1/2 inch) acrossthe tread. This shows there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch)of tread remaining on the tire. Replace the tire when
this happens.
Do not wait for this band to appear across the entire
tread before replacing the tire.
✻ ✻
NOTICE
Rotate radial tires that have an asymmetric tread
pattern from front to rear only and not from right
to left.
AS2B07023
Tread wear indicator
New tread Worn tread
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8-3
LIGHT BULBS
Light Bulb Wattage
Front Headlights 60/55
Turn signal lights 28/8
Rear Fog light (if equipped) 27
Stop and tail lights 28/8
Turn signal lights4 Door 27
5 Door 21
Backup lights 27
Side marker lights 5
License plate lights 5
Interior Interior lights 10
High mounted stop 4 Door 21
lights (if equipped) 5 Door 5
Map lights(if equipped) 5
TIRES
SizeInflation Pressure
Front Rear
TypeP175/65R 14 81T 29 psi (200 kPa) 29 psi (200 kPa)
T105/70D 14
60 psi (415 kPa)
T105/70R 14
Spare tire
(Temporary
spare)
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1 GAS STATION INFORMATION
Gasoline:UNLEADED gasoline
Pump octane number of 87 or higherFuel Tank Capacity:50 liters (13.2 gal.)Recommended Engine Oil:API SG or SH “Energy Conserving II (ECII)”Engine Oil Capacity with Filter:3.8 liters (4.0 qts.)Engine Coolant:6.0 liters (6.3 qts.)Tire Pressure (measured cold):185/65R 14: 200 kPa (29 psi)
Compact Spare Tire Pressure:420 kPA (60 psi)Manual Transaxle Oil:API GL 4 or GL 5, SAE 80W 90
Capacity: 3.4 liters (3.6 qts.)Automatic Transaxle Fluid:Dexron III or M-III
Capacity: 5.4 liters (5.7 qts.)Brake Fluid:DOT 3 or DOT 4 (SAE J1703)Power Steering Fluid:Dexron IIE or M-III
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