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Tire Chains
Tire Chain Selection
Regulations regarding the use of tire chains vary
according to location or type of road, so always check
them before installing chains.
Use only SAE Class “S’’ tire chains. Chains must be
the proper size for the vehicle, as recommended by the
chain manufacturer.
Chain Installation
When installing chains on your tires, carefully follow
the instructions of the chain manufacturer.
The chain bands will scratch the wheel covers.
Remove the covers before installing the chains.
WARNING - Tire Chains
The use of chains may adversely affect
vehicle handling.
Do not exceed 50 km/h (30 mph) or the
chain manufacturer’s recommended speed
limit, whichever is lower.
Drive carefully and avoid bumps, holes,
sharp turns and other road hazards, which
may cause the vehicle to bounce.
Avoid sharp turns or locked-wheel braking.
Do not attempt to use a tire chain on the
temporary spare tire because it may impair
vehicle handling and result in damage to the
vehicle and the tire.
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Compact Spare Tire Replacement
A compact spare tire has a shorter tread life than a
regular size tire. Replace it when you can see the tread
wear indicator bars on the tire. The replacement
compact spare tire should be the same size and design
tire as the one provided with your new Kia and should
be mounted on the same compact spare tire wheel. The
compact spare tire is not designed to be mounted on
a regular size wheel, and the compact spare tire wheel
is not designed for mounting a regular size tire.
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Wheel Alignment and Tire Balance
In addition to proper tire inflation, correct wheel
alignment helps to minmize tire wear. Your vehicle’s
alignment sh
ould be checked every 12 months
or
24,000 km (15,000 miles).
Your tires were properly balanced at the factory, but
they may need to be rebalanced before they wear out.
If you notice a consistent vibration when driving, have
your Kia Dealer inspect your tires. A tire should
always be rebalanced if it has been removed from the
wheel.
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NOTICE
Improper wheel weights can damage your
vehicle’s aluminum wheels. Use only approved
wheel weights.
AS2B07024
Tread wear
indicator bar
Indicator
location mark
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