2018 KIA STONIC Owners Manual

Introduction
With the Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) you
stay mobile even after experiencing a tire puncture.
The system of compressor and sealing
compound effectively and comfortably
seals most punctures in a passenger car tire caused by nails or similar ob‐
jects and reinflates the tire.
After you ensured that the tire is prop‐
erly sealed you can drive cautiously on the tire (up to 200 km (120 miles)) at a
max. speed of 80 km/h (50 mph) in or‐
der to reach a vehicle or tire dealer to have the tire replaced. It is possible that some tires, especially
with larger punctures or damage to the
sidewall, cannot be sealed completely.
Air pressure loss in the tire may ad‐ versely affect tire performance.
For this reason, you should avoid
abrupt steering or other driving ma‐
neuvers, especially if the vehicle is heavily loaded or if a trailer is in use.
The TMK is not designed or intended as
a permanent tire repair method and is
to be used for one tire only.This instruction shows you step by step
how to temporarily seal the puncture simply and reliably.
Read the section L

Components of the Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)1. Speed restriction label
2. Sealant bottle and label with speedrestriction
3. Filling hose from sealant bottle to wheel
4. Connectors and cable for the power outlet direct connection
5. Holder for the sealant bottle
6. Compressor
7. On/off switch
8. Pressure gauge for displaying the tire inflation pressure
9. Button for reducing tire inflation pressure
Connectors, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing.
WARNING
Before using the Tire Mobility Kit,follow the instructions on the seal‐ant bottle.Remove the label with the speed re‐striction from the sealant bottle andapply it to the steering wheel.
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Please note the expiry date on thesealant bottle.
Using the Tire Mobility Kit
1. Detach the speed restriction label(1) from the sealant bottle (2), and
place it in a highly visible place in‐
side the vehicle such as on the
steering wheel to remind the driver
not to drive too fast.
2. Filling the sealant Strictly follow the specified sequence, otherwise
the sealant may escape under high pressure.
3. Shake the sealant bottle.
4. Connect the filling hose (3) onto the connector of the sealant bottle (A).
5. Ensure that the button (9) on the compressor is not pressed.
6. Unscrew the valve cap from the valve of the defective wheel and
screw the filling hose (3) of the
sealant bottle onto the valve.
7. Insert the sealant bottle into the housing of the compressor so that
the bottle is upright (B).
8. Ensure that the compressor is switched off, position 0.
9. Connect between compressor and the vehicle power outlet using the
cable and connectors.
NOTICE
Only use the front passenger side
power outlet.
10. With the ignition switched on or en‐ gine start/stop button position on:
Switch on the compressor and let it
run for approximately 3 minutes to
fill the sealant. The inflation pres‐
sure of the tire after filling is unim‐
portant.
11. Switch off the compressor.

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12. Detach the hose from the sealantbottle connector and from the tire
valve.
Return the Tire Mobility Kit to its stor‐ age location in the vehicle.
WARNING
Carbon monoxide poisoning and suf‐focation is possible if the engine isleft running in a poorly ventilated orunventilated location (such as insidea building).
Distributing the sealant
13. Immediately drive approximately 7~10km (4~6miles or, about 10min)
to evenly distribute the sealant in
the tire.
CAUTION
Do not exceed a speed of 60 km/h(35 mph). If possible, do not fall be‐low a speed of 20 km/h (12 mph).
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While driving, if you experience anyunusual vibration, ride disturbanceor noise, reduce your speed anddrive with caution until you cansafely pull off of the side of theroad. Call for road side service ortowing.When you use the Tire Mobility Kit,the wheel may be stained by seal‐ant. Therefore, remove the wheelstained by sealant and have the ve‐hicle inspected at a professionalworkshop. Kia recommends to visitan authorized Kia dealer/servicepartner.
Checking the tire inflation
pressure
1. After driving approximately 7~10 km (4~6 miles or about
10 minutes), stop at a suitable lo‐
cation.
2. Connect the filling hose (3) of the compressor (clip mounted side) di‐
rectly and then connect the filling
hose (3) (opposite side) to the tire
valve. 3. Connect between compressor and
the vehicle battery using the cable
and connectors.
4. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to 200 kPa (29 psi). With the ignition
switched on, proceed as follows.
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To increase the inflation pressure:
Switch on the compressor, position I.
To check the current inflation pres‐
sure setting, briefly switch off the
compressor.
WARNING
Do not let the compressor run formore than 10 minutes, otherwisethe device will overheat and may bedamaged.
-To reduce the inflation pressure:
Press the button (9) on the compres‐
sor.
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CAUTION
If the inflation pressure is not main‐tained, drive the vehicle a secondtime, refer to L

TOWING
Towing service
If emergency towing is necessary, we
recommend having it done by an au‐ thorized Kia dealer or a commercial
tow-truck service. Proper lifting and
towing procedures are necessary to prevent damage to the vehicle. The use
of wheel dollies (1) or flatbed is recom‐
mended. It is acceptable to tow the vehicle with
the rear wheels on the ground (without
dollies) and the front wheels off the
ground.
If any of the loaded wheels or suspen‐ sion components are damaged or the
vehicle is being towed with the front
wheels on the ground, use a towing dolly under the front wheels.
When being towed by a commercial
tow truck and wheel dollies are not
used, the front of the vehicle should al‐ ways be lifted, not the rear.
CAUTION
•Do not tow the vehicle backwardswith the front wheels on theground as this may cause damageto the vehicle.
•Do not tow with sling-type equip‐ment. Use wheel lift or flatbedequipment.
When towing your vehicle in an emer‐
gency without wheel dollies: 1. Set the ignition switch in the ACC position.
2. Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
3. Release the parking brake.
CAUTION
Failure to place the transaxle shiftlever in N (Neutral) may cause inter‐nal damage to the transaxle.
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Removable towing hook (if
equipped)
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1. Open the tailgate, and remove thetowing hook from the tool case.
2. Remove the hole cover pressing the upper (front) part of the cover on
the bumper.
3. Install the towing hook by turning it clockwise into the hole until it is
fully secured.
4. Remove the towing hook and install the cover after use.
Emergency towing
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If towing is necessary, we recommendyou to have it done by an authorizedKia dealer or a commercial tow truckservice. If towing service is not available in an
emergency, your vehicle may be tem‐ porarily towed using a cable or chain
secured to the emergency towing hook
under the front (or rear) of the vehicle. Use extreme caution when towing the
vehicle. A driver must be in the vehicle
to steer it and operate the brakes.
Towing in this manner may be done on‐ ly on hard-surfaced roads for a short
distance and at low speed. Also, the
wheels, axles, power train, steering and brakes must all be in good condition. • Do not use the tow hooks to pull a vehicle out of mud, sand or other
conditions from which the vehicle
cannot be driven out under its own
power.
• Avoid towing a vehicle heavier than the vehicle doing the towing.
• The drivers of both vehicles should communicate with each other fre‐
quently.
CAUTION
•Attach a towing strap to the towhook.
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•Using a portion of the vehicle oth‐er than the tow hooks for towingmay damage the body of your ve‐hicle.
•Use only a cable or chain specifi‐cally intended for use in towingvehicles. Securely fasten the cableor chain to the towing hook provi‐ded.
• Before emergency towing, check ifthe hook is not broken or damaged.
• Fasten the towing cable or chain se‐ curely to the hook.
• Do not jerk the hook. Apply it steadily and with even force.
• To avoid damaging the hook, do not pull from the side or at a vertical an‐
gle. Always pull straight ahead.
WARNING
Use extreme caution when towingthe vehicle.
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•Avoid sudden starts or erratic driv‐ing maneuvers which would placeexcessive stress on the emergencytowing hook and towing cable orchain. The hook and towing cableor chain may break and cause seri‐ous injury or damage.
•If the disabled vehicle is unable tobe moved, do not forcibly continuethe towing. We recommend thatyou contact an authorized Kiadealer or a commercial tow truckservice for assistance.
•Tow the vehicle as straight aheadas possible.
•Keep away from the vehicle duringtowing.
• Use a towing strap less than 5 m (16 feet) long. Attach a white or red
cloth (about 30 cm (12 inches) wide) in the middle of the strap for easy
visibility.
• Drive carefully so that the towing strap is not loosened during towing.
Emergency towing precautions
• Turn the ignition switch to ACC so the
steering wheel isn’t locked.
• Place the transaxle shift lever in N (Neutral).
• Release the parking bake.
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