2014 KIA PICANTO inflation pressure

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Maintenance
3. Checking tyre life (TIN : TyreIdentification Number)
Any tyres that are over 6 years old,
based on the manufacturing date,(including the spare tyre) should be
replaced by new ones. You can find
the manufacturing date on the tyre
sidewall (possibly on the inside of the
wheel), displaying the DOT Code.
The DOT Code is a series of num-
bers on a tyre consisting of numbers
and English letters. The manufactur-
ing date is designated by the last four
digits (characters) of the DOT code. DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO
The front part of the DOT means a
plant code number, tyre size and
tread pattern and the last four num-
bers indicate week and year manu-
factured.
For example:
DOT XXXX XXXX 1614 represents
that the tyre was produced in the
16th week of 2014.
4. Tyre ply composition and material
The number of layers or plies of rub-
ber-coated fabric in the tyre. Tyre
manufacturers also must indicate the
materials in the tyre, which include
steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
The letter "R" means radial ply con-
struction; the letter "D" means diago-
nal or bias ply construction; and theletter "B" means belted-bias ply con-
struction.
5. Maximum permissible inflation
pressure
This number is the greatest amount of air pressure that should be put in
the tyre. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure. Refer
to the Tyre and Loading Information
label for recommended inflation
pressure.
S 180 km/h (112 mph)
T 190 km/h (118 mph)
H 210 km/h (130 mph)
V 240 km/h (149 mph) Z Above 240 km/h (149 mph)
Maximum Speed
Speed
Rating
Symbol
WARNING - Tyre age
Tyres degrade over time, even
when they are not being used.
Regardless of the remaining
tread, it is recommended that
tyres generally be replaced
after six (6) years of normal
service. Heat caused by hot cli-mates or frequent high loadingconditions can accelerate the
aging process. Failure to followthis warning can result in sud-
den tyre failure, which could
lead to a loss of control and an
accident involving serious
injury or death.

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Maintenance
Temperature - A, B & C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B, and C, representing the
tyre’s resistance to the generation ofheat and its ability to dissipate heatwhen tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratorytest wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tyre to
degenerate and reduce tyre life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tyre failure. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of perform-
ance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.Low aspect ratio tyre (if equipped)
low aspect ratio tyres, whose aspect
ratio is lower than 50, are provided
for sporty looks.
Because the low aspect ratio tyres
are optimized for handling and brak-
ing, it may be more uncomfortable to
ride in and there is more noise com-
pare with normal tyres.
WARNING
- Tyre
temperature
The temperature grade for this
tyre is established for a tyre that
is properly inflated and not over-
loaded. Excessive speed, under-
inflation, or excessive loading,
either separately or in combina-
tion, can cause heat build-up and
possible sudden tyre failure. This
can cause loss of vehicle control
and serious injury or death.
CAUTION
Because the sidewall of the low aspect ratio tyre is shorter thanthe normal, the wheel and tyreof the low aspect ratio tyre iseasier to be damaged. So, followthe instructions below.
- When driving on a rough road or off road, drive cautiouslybecause tyres and wheels maybe damaged. And after driving,inspect tyres and wheels.
- When passing over a pothole, speed bump, manhole, or curbstone, drive slowly so that thetyres and wheels are not dam-aged.
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CAUTION
It is not easy to recognize thetyre damage with your owneyes. But if there is the slight- est hint of tyre damage, eventhough you cannot see thetyre damage with your own eyes, have the tyre checked orreplaced because the tyredamage may cause air leakage from the tyre.
If the tyre is damaged by driv- ing on a rough road, off road,pothole, manhole, or curbstone, it will not be covered by the warranty.
You can find out the tyre infor- mation on the tyre sidewall.
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- If the tyre is impacted, we rec- ommend that you inspect thetyre condition or contact anauthorised Kia dealer.
- To prevent damage to the tyre, inspect the tyre condition andpressure every 3,000km.

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Specifications & Consumer information
TYRES AND WHEELSItem Tyre size Wheel size Inflation pressure / bar(psi,kPa)
Wheel lug nut torque /
kg.m(lb.ft, N.m)
Normal load Maximum load
Front Rear Front Rear
Full size tyre
155/70 R13 4.0B×13 2.3
(33, 230) 2.1
(31, 210) 2.5
(36, 250) 2.5
(36, 250) 9~11 (65~79, 88~107)
165/60 R14 5.0J×14
175/50 R15 5.5J×15
Compact
spare tyre
T105/70 D14 4T×14 4.2
(60, 420) 4.2
(60, 420) 4.2
(60, 420) 4.2
(60, 420)
Item Petrol 1.0 Petrol 1.25
M/T A/T M/T A/T
Gross vehicle weight kg (lbs.)
5 person1,340
(2,954) -
1,370
(3,020) 1,370
(3,020)
4 person1,300
(2,866) -1,330
(2,932) 1,330
(2,932)
Luggage volume l(cu ft)
200 (7) 200 (7)
WEIGHT/VOLUME

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Index
Cargo weight ..................................................................5-55
Central door lock switch ................................................4-16
Changing tyres ..................................................................6-9Chains
Tyre chains ................................................................5-44
Checking tyre inflation pressure ....................................7-41
Child restraint system ....................................................3-28 Lap belt......................................................................3-31
Lap/shoulder belt ......................................................3-30
Child-protector rear door lock ........................................4-17
Climate control system (Automatic) ..............................4-90 Air conditioning ........................................................4-95
Automatic heating and air conditioning....................4-91
Manual heating and air conditioning ........................4-92
Climate control system (Manual) ..................................4-81 Air conditioning ........................................................4-86
Climate control air filter............................................4-88
Heating and air conditioning ....................................4-82
Cigarette lighter ............................................................4-101
Climate control air filter ........................................4-88, 7-32
Clock (Digital) ..............................................................4-104
Clothes hanger ..............................................................4-105
Combined instrument, see instrument cluster ................4-41
Coolant ............................................................................7-23
Cooling fluid, see engine coolant ..................................7-23
Crankcase emission control system ................................7-75
Cup holder ....................................................................4-102
Curtain air bag ................................................................3-52 Dashboard, see instrument cluster ..................................4-41
Daytime running light ....................................................4-67
Declaration of conformity ................................................8-7
Defogging (Windscreen) ................................................4-97
Defogging logic (Windscreen)........................................4-99
Defroster (Rear window) ................................................4-80
Defrosting (Windscreen) ................................................4-97
Digital clock..................................................................4-104
Dimensions ......................................................................8-2
Displays, see instrument cluster ....................................4-41
Door locks ......................................................................4-14
Central door lock switch ..........................................4-16
Child-protector rear door lock ..................................4-17
Drink holders, see cup holders ....................................4-102
Driver's air bag ................................................................3-46
Driving at night ..............................................................5-40
Driving in flooded areas ................................................5-42
Driving in the rain ..........................................................5-41D

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Index
Parking brake inspect ......................................................7-29
Parking brake ..................................................................5-26
Passenger's front air bag ................................................3-46
Power brakes ..................................................................5-25
Power outlet ..................................................................4-104
Power steering (Electric) ................................................4-34
Power window lock button ............................................4-23
Pre-tensioner seat belt ....................................................3-22
Push starting......................................................................6-6
Rear seat............................................................................3-9
Rear parking assist system ..............................................4-63
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ..................7-40
Recommended lubricants and capacities ..........................8-4
Recommended SAE viscosity number........................8-5
Remote keyless entry ........................................................4-6
Road warning ....................................................................6-2
Rocking the vehicle ........................................................5-39 Scheduled maintenance service ........................................7-6
Maintenance under severe usage conditions ............7-16Normal maintenance schedule ....................................7-7
Seat belts ........................................................................3-15 Pre-tensioner seat belt ..............................................3-22
Lap belt......................................................................3-20
Lap/shoulder belt ......................................................3-18
Seat belt warning ......................................................3-16
Seatback pocket ................................................................3-8
Seats ..................................................................................3-2 Headrest ..............................................................3-5, 3-9
Folding the rear seat ..................................................3-10
Front seat adjustment - manual ..................................3-4
Rear seat ......................................................................3-9
Seatback pocket ..........................................................3-8
Shift lock system ............................................................5-22
Side air bag ....................................................................3-51
Smart key ..........................................................................4-9
Smooth cornering............................................................5-40
Snow tyres ......................................................................5-43Spare tyre Removing and storing the spare tyre ..........................6-9
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Special driving conditions ..............................................5-39
Driving at night ........................................................5-40
Driving in flooded areas............................................5-42
Driving in the rain ....................................................5-41
Hazardous driving conditions ..................................5-39
Highway driving ........................................................5-42
Rocking the vehicle ..................................................5-39
Smooth cornering ......................................................5-40
Speedometer....................................................................4-42
Starting difficulties, see engine will not start ..................6-4
Starting the engine ............................................................5-9
Steering wheel ................................................................4-34 Electric power steering..............................................4-34
Heated steering wheel ..............................................4-35
Horn ..........................................................................4-36
Tilt steering ..............................................................4-34
Steering wheel audio control ........................................4-108
Storage compartment ......................................................4-99 Glove box ................................................................4-100
Sunglass holder ......................................................4-100
Sunglass holder ............................................................4-100
Sunroof............................................................................4-30
Sunvisor ........................................................................4-103 Tachometer ......................................................................4-42
Tailgate ............................................................................4-18
Tilt steering ....................................................................4-34
Towing ............................................................................6-21
Emergency towing ....................................................6-22
Transaxle Automatic transaxle ..................................................5-19
Manual transaxle ......................................................5-16
Tripmeter ........................................................................4-44
Trip computer..................................................................4-43
Tyre specification and pressure label................................8-7
Tyres and wheels ....................................................7-40, 8-2 Checking tyre inflation pressure ..............................7-41
Recommended cold tyre inflation pressures ............7-40
Tyre care ....................................................................7-40
Tyre maintenance ......................................................7-45
Tyre replacement ......................................................7-44
Tyre rotation ..............................................................7-42
Tyre sidewall labeling ..............................................7-46
Tyre traction ..............................................................7-45
Wheel alignment and tyre balance ............................7-43
Wheel replacement ....................................................7-45T