In Case Of An Emergency6-22
Once the lug nuts have been tightened, lower the
vehicle fully to the ground and continue to tighten the
lug nuts until they are completely secured.
If you are unsure of the tightness of the wheel lug nuts,
have them checked at the nearest service station. The
specified tightening torque is 103 N.
m (76 ft. lb.).
CAUTION
Your vehicle has metric threads on the wheel studs
and nuts. During wheel removal, make certain
that the same nuts removed are reinstalled - or, if
replaced, that nuts with metric threads and the
same configuration are used. Installation of a non-
metric thread nut on a metric stud or vice-versa
will not secure the wheel to the hub properly and
will damage the stud so that it must be replaced.
Be sure to use extreme care in checking for thread
style before installing aftermarket lug nuts or
wheels. If in doubt, consult an Authorized Kia
Dealer. Damaged studs may result in wheel loss
and personal injury.
10. Remove the lug nuts by turning them
counterclockwise, then remove the wheel.
11. Mount the spare tire into position and tighten the
nuts by hand. Install the lug nuts with the beveled
edge inward.
12. Turn the jack handle counterclockwise and lower
the vehicle until it touches the ground. Tighten the
lug nuts firmly in an “X’’ pattern.
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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.
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NOTICE
Rotate radial tires that have an asymmetric tread
pattern from front to rear only and not from right
to left.
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Tread wear indicator
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