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Tire speed ratings
The chart below lists many of the dif-
ferent speed ratings currently being
used for passenger vehicle tires. The
speed rating is part of the tire size
designation on the sidewall of the
tire. This symbol corresponds to that
tire's designed maximum safe oper-
ating speed.3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire
Identification Number)
Any tires that are over 6 years old,
based on the manufacturing date,
(including the spare tire) should be
replaced by new ones. You can find
the manufacturing date on the tire
sidewall (possibly on the inside of the
wheel), displaying the DOT Code.
The DOT Code is a series of num-
bers on a tire 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, tire size and
tread pattern and the last four num-
bers indicate week and year manu-
factured.
For example:
DOT XXXX XXXX 1618 represents
that the tire was produced in the 16th
week of 2018.
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- Tire age
Replace tires within the recom-
mended time frame. Failure to
replace tires as recommended
can result in sudden tire failure,
which could lead to a loss of
control and an accident.
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4. Tire ply composition and mate-rial
The number of layers or plies of rub-
ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire
manufacturers also must indicate the
materials in the tire, 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 the
letter "B" means belted-bias ply con-
struction.
5. Maximum permissible inflationpressure
This number is the greatest amount
of air pressure that should be put in
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
permissible inflation pressure. Refer
to the Tire and Loading Information
label for recommended inflation
pressure.
6. Maximum load rating
This number indicates the maximum
load in kilograms and pounds that
can be carried by the tire. When
replacing the tires on the vehicle,
always use a tire that has the same
load rating as the factory installed
tire.
7. Uniform tire quality grading
Quality grades can be found where
applicable on the tire sidewall
between tread shoulder and maxi-
mum section width.
For example:
TREADWEAR 200
TRACTION AA
TEMPERATURE A
Tires degrade over time, even when
they are not being used. Regardless
of the remaining tread, we recom-
mend that tires be replaced after
approximately six (6) years of normal
service. Heat caused by hot climates
or frequent high loading conditions
can accelerate the aging process. Tread wear
The tread wear grade is a compara-
tive rating based on the wear rate of
the tire when tested under controlled
conditions on a specified govern-
ment test course. For example, a tire
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
half times (1½) as well on the gov-
ernment course as a tire graded 100.
The relative performance of tires
depends upon the actual conditions
of their use, however, and may
depart significantly from the norm
due to variations in driving habits,
service practices and differences in
road characteristics and climate.
These grades are molded on the
side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.
The tires available as standard or
optional equipment on your vehicle
may vary with respect to grade.
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Traction - AA, A, B & C
The traction grades, from highest to
lowest, are AA, A, B and C. Those
grades represent the tire’s ability to
stop on wet pavement as measured
under controlled conditions on spec-
ified government test surfaces of
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
C may have poor traction perform-
ance.
The traction grade assigned to this
tire is based on straight-ahead brak-
ing traction tests, and does not
include acceleration, cornering,
hydroplaning, or peak traction char-
acteristics. Temperature -A, B & C
The temperature grades are A (the
highest), B and C representing the
tire’s resistance to the generation of
heat and its ability to dissipate heat
when tested under controlled condi-
tions on a specified indoor laboratory
test wheel.
Sustained high temperature can
cause the material of the tire to
degenerate and reduce tire life, and
excessive temperature can lead to
sudden tire failure. Grades B and A
represent higher levels of perform-
ance on the laboratory test wheel
than the minimum required by law.
Tire terminology and definitions
Air Pressure:
The amount of air
inside the tire pressing outward on
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
pascal (kPa).
Accessory Weight: This means the
combined weight of optional acces-
sories. Some examples of optional
accessories are, automatic transmis-
sion, power seats, and air condition-
ing.
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a
tire's height to its width.
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords
that is located between the plies and
the tread. Cords may be made from
steel or other reinforcing materials.
Bead: The tire bead contains steel
wires wrapped by steel cords that
hold the tire onto the rim.
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in
which the plies are laid at alternate
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
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FUSES
A vehicle’s electrical system is pro-
tected from electrical overload dam-
age by fuses.
This vehicle has 2 fuse panels, one
located in the driver’s side panel bol-
ster, the other in the engine compart-
ment near the battery.
If any of your vehicle’s lights, acces-
sories, or controls do not work, check
the appropriate circuit fuse. If a fuse
has blown, the element inside the
fuse will melt.
If the electrical system does not
work, first check the driver’s side
fuse panel.
Always replace a blown fuse with
one of the same rating.
If the replacement fuse blows, this
indicates an electrical problem. Avoid
using the system involved and imme-
diately consult an authorized Kia
dealer.
Three kinds of fuses are used: bladetype for lower amperage rating, car-tridge type, and multi fuse for higheramperage ratings.
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Normal
■
Blade type
■ Cartridge type
■ Multi fuse Blown
N N
N N
o o
o o
r r
r r
m m
m m
a a
a a
l l
l l B B
B B
l l
l l
o o
o o
w w
w w
n n
n n
Normal Blo
wn
■
BFT N N
N N
o o
o o
r r
r r
m m
m m
a a
a a
l l
l l B B
B B
l l
l l
o o
o o
w w
w w
n n
n n
WARNING- Fuse replace-
ment
Never replace a fuse with any- thing but another fuse of the
same rating.
A higher capacity fuse could cause damage and possibly a
fire.
Never install a wire or alu- minum foil instead of the
proper fuse - even as a tempo-
rary repair. It may cause
extensive wiring damage and
a possible fire.
Do not arbitrarily modify or add-on electric wiring to the
vehicle.
CAUTION
Do not use a screwdriver or anyother metal object to removefuses because it may cause ashort circuit and damage thesystem.
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✽ ✽NOTICE- Remodeling
Prohibited
Do not rewire your vehicle in any
way as doing so may affect the per-
formance of several safety features
in your vehicle. Rewiring your vehi-
cle may also void your warranty and
cause you to be responsible for any
subsequent vehicle damage which
may result.
✽ ✽ NOTICE- Window tinting pre-
caution
Window tint (especially metallic
film) might cause communication
errors or poor radio reception, and
malfunctioning automatic lighting
system due to reflections from the
mirror tint inside the vehicle. The
solution used might also leak into
the electronic components, causing
malfunctions or damage.
Inner panel fuse replacement
1. Turn the ignition switch and all other switches off.
2. Open the fuse panel cover.
If the switch is located in the “OFF”
position, a caution indicator will be
displayed in the cluster.
CAUTION
Visually inspect the battery cap to ensure it is securely closed.If the battery cap is not securelyclosed, moisture may enter thesystem and damage the electri-cal components.
WARNING
- Electrical wiring repairs
All electrical repairs should be
performed by authorized Kia
dealerships using approved Kia
parts. Using other wiring com-
ponents, especially when retro-
fitting AVN or theft alarm sys-
tem, remote engine control, car
phone or radio may cause vehi-
cle damage and increase the
risk of a vehicle fire.
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Maintenance
DescriptionFuse ratingProtected component
AIR BAG IND.10ACluster, A/C Control Module
A/CON 3 30ABlower Motor
A/CON 2 7.5AA/C Control Module (Auto)
START 7.5AE/R Junction Block (Start Relay), Transmission Range Switch
AIR BAG 15ASRS Control Module, Passenger Occupant Detection Sensor
MODULE 2 10A
Crash Pad Switch, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, 4WD ECM, Lane Departure Warning Module, Console
Switch, Rear Parking Assist Sensor LH/RH, Rear Parking Assist Buzzer, Rear Parking Assist Sensor LH/RH
(Center), Blind Spot Detection Radar LH/RH, Electronic Parking Brake Module, Front Parking Assist Sensor
LH/RH, Front Parking Assist Sensor LH/RH
ACC 10APower Outlet Relay, BCM, Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Surround View Monitoring Unit, Smart Key
Control Module, AMP, USB Charger, Phone Wireless Charger
MODULE 4 10AHead Lamp Leveling Device Actuator LH/RH, MUT
BRAKE SWITCH 7.5ASmart Key Control Module, Stop Lamp Switch
MODULE 3 10AA/C Control Module, A/V & Navigation Head Unit, Electro Chromic Mirror, Driver IMS Control Module, ATM
Shift Lever Indicator, Rear Seat Warmer LH, Front Air Ventilation Control Module, Front Seat Warmer
Control Module, Dynamic Bending Light Unit
MODULE 1 10ABCM, Stop Lamp Switch, Driver/Passenger Doormodule, Sport Mode Switch
MODULE 815ASmart Key Control Module, Immobilizer Module
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DescriptionFuse ratingProtected component
A/CON (RR) 15AICM Relay Box (Rear Blower Motor Relay)
SUNROOF 2 20ASunroof Control Module (Roller)
SUNROOF 1 20ASunroof Control Module (Glass)
CLUSTER 10AInstrument Cluster
GATEWAY10AGateway (MCU IG1)
IMMO.10ASmart Key Control Module, Immobilizer Module
IG1 15AE/R Junction Block (Fuse - MDPS 3, MODULE, TCU 1), PCB Block (Fuse - ABS 3, SENSOR 6, ECU 1)
MULTIMEDIA 15AUSB Charger, Audio, A/V & Navigation Head Unit
MEMORY 2 10AInstrument Cluster, A/C Control Module, Rear A/C Control Module, Electro Chromic Mirror,
Driver/Passenger Door Module, Passenger Power Window Switch, Driver IMS Control Module
DOOR LOCK 20ADoor Lock Relay, Door Unlock Relay, Tail Gate Relay, DRIVER/PASSENGER/RL/RR DOOR MODULE
MODULE 910AStart/Stop Button Switch, Smart Key Control Module
WASHER 15ABCM, Multifunction Switch
AEB10AFCA (Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist) Unit
MDPS 7.5AMDPS UNIT (COLUMN TYPE), Steering Angle Sensor
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DescriptionFuse ratingProtected component
HEATED
STEERING 15ABCM
WIPER (RR) 15ARear Wiper Relay, Rear Wiper Motor
A/CON 1 7.5AA/C Control Module, E/R Junction Block (Blower Relay), ICM Relay Box (Rear Blower Motor Relay)
HEATED MIRROR 10AA/C Control Module, Driver/Passenger Power Outside Mirror
MODULE 5 10ABCM, Smart Key Control Module
MODULE 6 7.5ASurround View Monitoring Unit, Rear A/C Control Module, Rear Seat Warmer LH, Front Air Ventilation
Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Module, AC Inverter Module, Crash Pad Switch
S/HEATER (RR) 15ARear Seat Warmer LH
S/HEATER (FRT) 20AFront Air Ventilation Control Module, Front Seat Warmer Control Module
P/WINDOW (RH) 25ARear Safety Power Window RH, Rear Power Window Switch RH, Passenger Safety Power Window Module,
Passenger Door Module, Passenger Power Window Switch
AMP 1 25AAMP
MODULE 7 7.5AGateway (MCU B+), Key Solenoid, Tire Pressure Monitoring Module, MUT
INTERIOR LAMP 10AGlove Box Lamp, Ignition Key Ill. & Door Warning Switch, Driver Foot Lamp, Vanity Lamp LH/RH Switch,
Cargo Lamp, Center Room Lamp, Overhead Console Lamp, Rear Personal Lamp LH/RH
FUEL LID 10AFuel Filler & Tail Gate Switch