2017 KIA NIRO tires

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Maintenance
All season tires
Kia specifies all season tires on
some models to provide good per-
formance for use all year round,
including snowy and icy road condi-
tions. All season tires are identified
by ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mud
and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow
tires have better snow traction than
all season tires and may be more
appropriate in some areas.
Summer tires
Kia specifies summer tires on some
models to provide superior perform-
ance on dry roads. Summer tire per-
formance is substantially reduced in
snow and ice. Summer tires do not
have the tire traction rating M+S
(Mud and Snow) on the tire side wall.
If you plan to operate your vehicle in
snowy or icy conditions, Kia recom-
mends the use of snow tires or all
season tires on all four wheels.
Snow tires
If you equip your car with snow tires,
they should be the same size and
have the same load capacity as the
original tires. Snow tires should be
installed on all four wheels; other-
wise, poor handling may result.
Snow tires should carry 4 psi (28
kPa) more air pressure than the
pressure recommended for the stan-
dard tires on the tire label on the dri-
ver's side of the center pillar, or up to
the maximum pressure shown on the
tire sidewall, whichever is less.
Do not drive faster than 75 mph (120
km/h) when your vehicle is equipped
with snow tires.
Tire chains
Tire chains, if necessary, should be
installed on the front wheels.
Be sure that the chains are installed
in accordance with the manufactur-
er's instructions.
To minimize tire and chain wear, do
not continue to use tire chains when
they are no longer needed.
When driving on roads coveredwith snow or ice, drive at less than
20 mph (30 km/h).
Use the SAE “S” class or wire chains.
If you hear noise caused by chains contacting the body, retighten the
chain to avoid contact with the
vehicle body.
To prevent body damage, retighten the chains after driving 0.3~0.6
miles (0.5~1.0 km).
Do not use tire chains on vehicles equipped with aluminum wheels.
In unavoidable circumstances, use
a wire type chain.
Use wire chains less than 0.47 inches (12 mm) to prevent damage
to the chain’s connection.

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Radial-ply tires
Radial-ply tires provide improved
tread life, road hazard resistance and
smoother high speed ride. The radi-
al-ply tires used on this vehicle are
of belted construction and are select-
ed to complement the ride and han-
dling characteristics of your vehicle.
Radial-ply tires have the same load
carrying capacity as bias-ply or bias
belted tires of the same size and use
the same recommended inflation
pressure. Mixing of radial-ply tires
with bias-ply or bias belted tires is
not recommended. Any combina-
tions of radial-ply and bias-ply or bias
belted tires when used on the same
vehicle will seriously deteriorate
vehicle handling. The best rule to fol-
low is: identical radial-ply tires should
always be used as a set of four. Longer wearing tires can be more
susceptible to irregular tread wear. It
is very important to follow the tire
rotation interval shown in this section
to achieve the tread life potential of
these tires. Cuts and punctures in
radial-ply tires are repairable only in
the tread area, because of sidewall
flexing. Consult your tire dealer for
radial-ply tire repairs.
Low aspect ratio tire
(if equipped)
Low aspect ratio tires, whose aspect
ratio is lower than 50, are provided
for sporty looks.
Because the low aspect ratio tires
are optimized for handling and brak-
ing, it may be more uncomfortable to
ride in and there is more noise com-
pare with normal tires.

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Maintenance
It is not easy to recognize the tiredamage with your own eyes. But if
there is the slightest hint of tire
damage, even though you cannot
see it, have the tire checked or
replaced because the tire damage
may cause air leakage from the tire.
If the tire is damaged by driving on a rough road, off road, pothole,
manhole, or curb stone, it will not
be covered by the warranty.
You can find out the tire information on the tire sidewall.CAUTION
Because the sidewall of the lowaspect ratio tire is shorter thanthe normal, the wheel and tire ofthe low aspect ratio tire is easi-er to be damaged. So, follow theinstructions below.
- When driving on a rough road or off road, drive cautiouslybecause tires and wheels maybe damaged. And after driv-ing, inspect tires and wheels.
- When passing over a pothole, speed bump, manhole, or curbstone, drive slowly so that thetires and wheels are not dam-aged.
- If the tire is impacted, we rec- ommend that you inspect thetire condition or contact anauthorized Kia dealer.
- To prevent damage to the tire, inspect the tire condition andpressure every 1,900 miles(3,000 km).

Specifications, Consumer information and Reporting safety defects
Engine . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
9-2
Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-2
Bulb wattage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-3
Tires and wheels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-4
Gross vehicle weight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Luggage volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Air conditioning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-5
Recommended lubricants and capacities . . . . . . . . 9-6
• Recommended SAE viscosity number. . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-7
Vehicle identification number (VIN) . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Vehicle certification label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-8
Tire specification and pressure label . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Engine number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Air conditioner compressor label . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-9
Refrigerant label. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10 Consumer assistance (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
•
Toll free consumer assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
• Emergency roadside assistance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-11
• Trip interruption . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-12
• Registering your vehicle in a foreign country . . . . . 9-13
Electrical Equipment (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-14
• Installation of a mobile two-way radio system . . . . . 9-14
Reporting Safety Defects (U.S. only) . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
Online factory authorized manuals (U.S. only) . . 9-15
• Service manual: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
• Electrical troubleshooting manual: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-15
• Owner's manual: . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-
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TIRES AND WHEELS
*1: Load Index
*2: Speed Symbol
*3: Normal load : Up to 3 persons
CAUTION
When replacing tires, use the same size originally supplied with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size can damage the related parts or make them work irregularly.
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✽ NOTICE
• It is permissible to add 3psi to the standard tire pressure specification if colder temperatures are expected soon.
Tires typically loose 1psi for every 12°F temperature drop. If extreme temperature variations are expected, re-
check your tire pressure as necessary to keep them properly inflated.
• We recommend that when replacing tires, use the same originally supplied with the vehicles. If not, that aff\
ects driving performance.
• When driving in high altitude grades, it is natural for the atmospheric pressure to decrease. Therefore, please check the tire pressure and add more air when necessary.
Additionally required tire air pressure per km above sea level: 1.5psi/km
ItemTire sizeWheel size
Load
CapacitySpeed
capacityInflation pressure [bar(psi, kPa)]Wheel lug
nut torque [Kgf·m
(lbf·ft, N·m)]
Normal loadMaximum load
LI *1KgSS *2Km/hFront RearFront Rear
Full size tire
205/60 R16 6.5J X 1692630H2102.5 (36, 250)2.5 (36, 250)
11~13
(79~94,
107~127)
225/45 R187.5J X 1891615V2402.5 (36, 250)2.5 (36, 250)
Compact
Spare tireT125/80 D164T X 1697730M1304.2 (60, 420)4.2 (60, 420)

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Specifications, Consumer information, Reporting safety defects
The tires supplied on your new vehi-
cle are chosen to provide the best
performance for normal driving.
The tire label located on the driver's
side center pillar gives the tire pres-
sures recommended for your vehicle.The engine number is stamped on the
engine block as shown in the drawing.
A compressor label informs you the
type of compressor your vehicle is
equipped with such as model, suppli-
er part number, production number,
refrigerant (1) and refrigerant oil (2).
ENGINE NUMBER
TIRE SPECIFICATION AND
PRESSURE LABEL
ODE086006L
ODE086003
AIR CONDITIONER
COMPRESSOR LABEL
ODE086005L

Index
6I
Drive shafts and boots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Dual clutch transmission fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
Engine oil and filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
Exhaust pipe and muffler . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Fuel filter (for gasoline) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
Fuel lines, fuel hoses and connections . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
HSG (Hybrid starter & generator) belt . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
Parking brake . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Spark plugs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
Steering gear box, linkage & boots/lower arm ball joint . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Suspension mounting bolts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-24
Vacuum crankcase ventilation hoses . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-22
Vapor hose and fuel filler cap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-21
Exterior care . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-88
Exterior features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-149 Roof rack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-149
Exterior overview (Front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Exterior overview (Rear) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Flat tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 7-18 Changing tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Compact spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Jack and tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-18
Removing and storing the spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Flat tires, see tire mobility kit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-27 Floor mat anchor(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-146
Fluid
Brake fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-31
Engine clutch actuator fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-32
Washer fluid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-34
Fog lamp/DRL bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-80
Fog light (front) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-104
Folding key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
4 Battery replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Immobilizer system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Key operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Record your key number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-4
Transmitter precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6
Folding the outside rearview mirror . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-49
Folding the rear seat . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-16
"Front passenger andrear seat 3-point system withcombination locking retractor" . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-23
Front seat adjustment (manual) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-7
Front seat adjustment (power) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-8
Front seat belt warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-21
Front turn signal lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . 8-80
Fuel filler lid . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-34
Fuel Gauge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-55\
Fuel requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Fuses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. . . 8-58 Engine compartment fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . 8-61
Fuse/relay panel description. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-63
Inner panel fuse replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-59
F

Index
12I
Record your key number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Smart key function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-11
Smart key immobilizer system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-15
Smart key precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-14
Smooth cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-82
Snow tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-\
85
Spare tire Changing tires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-20
Compact spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-24
Removing the spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Storing the spare tire . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-19
Special driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-80 Driving at night . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-82
Driving in flooded areas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-83
Driving in the rain . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-83
Driving off-road . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-83
Hazardous driving conditions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-80
Highway driving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-84
Reducing the risk of a rollover. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-80
Rocking the vehicle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-81
Smooth cornering . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-82
Speedometer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-53
SRS Care. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
3-66
SRS components and functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-46
Starting difficulties, see engine will not start . . . . . . . . . 7-4
Starting the engine - With a smart key . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-9
Starting the hybrid system - With an ignition key . . . . . 6-7
Steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42 Electronic power steering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-42
Heated steering wheel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-44
Horn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
. 4-45
Tilt and telescopic steering. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-43
Stop and tail lamp (LED type) bulb replacement. . . . . 8-83
Stop and tail lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-81
Storage compartment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133 Center console storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
Glove box . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-133
Sunglass holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-134
Sunglass holder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-134
Sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
4-37 Resetting the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40
Sliding the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Sunroof open warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Sunshade. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-40\
Tilting the sunroof . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-39
Sunroof open warning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-38
Sunshade . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . \
4-40
Sunvisor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-\
139
Tail lamp (inside) bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-82
Tailgate room lamp bulb replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-87
Tether Anchor system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-38
Theft-alarm stage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-18
Theft-alarm system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-17
T