KIA Spectra (2009 year). Instruction — part 16
Maintenance
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2
3
4
1LDA5023
1LDA5024
1LDA5025
1. Raise the wiper arm and turn the
2. Compress the clip and slide the
3. Lift it off the arm.
wiper blade assembly to expose
blade assembly downward.
5
4. Install the blade assembly in the
the plastic locking clip.
reverse order of removal.
6
CAUTION
Do not allow the wiper arm to
7
fall against the windshield.
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Maintenance
BATTERY
(Continued)
(Continued)
WARNING - Battery
dangers
If any electrolyte gets
An inappropriately dis-
posed battery can be
Always read the follow-
into your eyes, flush your
1
eyes with clean water for
harmful to the environ-
ing instructions carefully
ment and human health.
when handling a battery.
at least 15 minutes and
get immediate medical
Dispose the battery
2
Keep lighted cigarettes
according to your local
attention. If possible,
and all other flames or
continue to apply water
law(s) or regulation.
sparks away from the
3
with a sponge or cloth
•
When lifting a plastic-cased
battery.
until medical attention is
battery, excessive pressure on
received.
the case may cause battery
Hydrogen, which is a
4
acid to leak, resulting in person-
highly combustible gas,
If electrolyte gets on
al injury. Lift with a battery car-
is always present in bat-
your skin, thoroughly
rier or with your hands on
5
tery cells and may
wash the contacted area.
opposite corners.
explode if ignited.
If you feel a pain or a
burning sensation, get
•
Never attempt to charge the
Keep batteries out of the
6
medical attention imme-
battery when the battery cables
reach
of
children
diately.
are connected.
because batteries con-
•
The electrical ignition system
7
tain highly corrosive
Wear eye protection
works with high voltage. Never
SULFURIC ACID. Do not
when charging or work-
touch these components with
allow battery acid to con-
ing near a battery.
the engine running or the igni-
8
tact your skin, eyes,
Always provide ventila-
tion switched on.
clothing or paint finish.
tion when working in an
enclosed space.
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(Continued)
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Maintenance
Battery recharging
Items to be reset after the battery
has been discharged or the bat-
Your vehicle has a maintenance-free,
tery has been disconnected.
calcium-based battery.
1
•
Clock (See section 3)
•
If the battery becomes discharged
in a short time (because, for exam-
•
Climate control system
(See section 4)
2
ple, the headlights or interior lights
were left on while the vehicle was
•
Audio (See section 3)
not in use), recharge it by slow
•
Sunroof (See section 3)
3
charging (trickle) for 10 hours.
•
If the battery gradually discharges
because of high electric load while
4
1LDE5028
the vehicle is being used, recharge
For best battery service :
it at 20-30A for two hours.
5
• Keep the battery securely mount-
ed.
• Keep the battery top clean and dry.
6
• Keep the terminals and connec-
tions clean, tight, and coated with
7
petroleum jelly or terminal grease.
• Rinse any spilled electrolyte from
the battery immediately with a
8
solution of water and baking soda.
• If the vehicle is not going to be
9
used for an extended time, discon-
nect the battery cables.
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Maintenance
(Continued)
WARNING - Recharging
CAUTION
battery
• Disconnect the battery charg-
•
Before performing mainte-
er in the following order.
nance or recharging the bat-
When recharging the battery,
1
1. Turn off the battery charger
tery, turn off all accessories
observe the following precau-
main switch.
and stop the engine.
tions:
2
2. Unhook the negative clamp
•
The negative battery cable
•
The battery must be removed
from the negative battery ter-
must be removed first and
from the vehicle and placed in
minal.
installed last when the battery
an area with good ventilation.
3
is disconnected.
•
Do not allow cigarettes,
3. Unhook the positive clamp
sparks, or flame near the bat-
from the positive battery ter-
minal.
4
tery.
•
Watch the battery during
charging, and stop or reduce
5
the charging rate if the battery
cells begin gassing (boiling)
6
violently or if the temperature
of the electrolyte of any cell
exceeds 49 °C (120 °F).
7
•
Wear eye protection when
checking the battery during
charging.
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(Continued)
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7 27
Maintenance
TIRES AND WHEELS
Tire care
CAUTION
For proper maintenance, safety, and
•
Underinflation also results in
maximum fuel economy, you must
excessive wear, poor handling
1
always maintain recommended tire
and reduced fuel economy.
inflation pressures and stay within
Wheel deformation also is
the load limits and weight distribution
2
possible. Keep your tire pres-
recommended for your vehicle.
sures at the proper levels. If a
tire frequently needs refilling,
3
Recommended cold tire infla-
have it checked by an
tion pressures
Authorized Kia Dealer.
1LDN6001
•
Overinflation produces a
4
All tire pressures
(including the
harsh ride, excessive wear at
spare) should be checked every day
All specifications
(sizes and pres-
the center of the tire tread, and
when the tires are cold. “Cold Tires”
sures) can be found on a label
5
a greater possibility of dam-
means the vehicle has not been driv-
attached to the vehicle.
age from road hazards.
en for at least three hours or driven
6
less than 1.6 km (one mile).
WARNING - Tire underin-
Recommended pressures must be
flation
maintained for the best ride, top vehi-
7
Severe underinflation
(70 kPa
cle handling, and minimum tire wear.
(10 psi) or more) can lead to
severe heat build-up, causing
8
blowouts, tread separation and
other tire failures that can result
in the loss of vehicle control
9
leading to severe injury or
death. This risk is much higher
on hot days and when driving
for protracted periods at high
speeds.
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Maintenance
Checking tire inflation pres-
CAUTION
CAUTION - Tire pressure
sure
Always observe the following:
•
Warm tires normally exceed
Check your tires once a month or
recommended cold tire pres-
•
Check tire pressure when the
1
more.
sures by 28 to 41 kPa (4 to 6
tires are cold.
(After vehicle
Also, check the tire pressure of the
psi). Do not release air from
has been parked for at least
spare tire.
warm tires to adjust the pres-
2
three hours or hasn't been
sure or the tires will be under-
driven more than 1.6 km (one
inflated.
mile) since startup.)
How to check
3
•
Be sure to reinstall the tire
•
Check the pressure of your
Use a good quality gage to check tire
inflation valve caps. Without
spare tire each time you check
pressure. You can not tell if your tires
the valve cap, dirt or moisture
the pressure of other tires.
are properly inflated simply by look-
4
could get into the valve core
•
Never overload your vehicle.
ing at them. Radial tires may look
and cause air leakage. If a
properly inflated even when they're
Be careful not to overload a
valve cap is missing, install a
5
vehicle luggage rack if your
underinflated.
new one as soon as possible.
vehicle is equipped with one.
Check the tire's inflation pressure
when the tires are cold.
- "Cold"
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•
Worn, old tires can cause acci-
means your vehicle has been sitting
dents. If your tread is badly
for at least three hours or driven no
WARNING - Tire Inflation
worn, or if your tires have
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more than 1.6 km (1 mile).
been damaged, replace them.
Overinflation or underinflation
Remove the valve cap from the tire
can reduce tire life, adversely
valve stem. Press the tire gage firm-
8
affect vehicle handling, and lead
ly onto the valve to get a pressure
to sudden tire failure. This could
measurement. If the cold tire inflation
result in loss of vehicle control
pressure matches the recommended
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and potential injury.
pressure on the tire and loading
information label, no further adjust-
ment is necessary. If the pressure is
low, add air until you reach the rec-
ommended amount.
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Maintenance
If you overfill the tire, release air by
Do not include compact spare tire in rotation.
pushing on the metal stem in the cen-
WARNING
ter of the tire valve. Recheck the tire
•
Do not use the temporary
1
pressure with the tire gage. Be sure
spare tire for tire rotation.
to put the valve caps back on the
•
Do not mix bias ply and radial
valve stems. They help prevent leaks
ply tires under any circum-
2
by keeping out dirt and moisture.
stances. This may cause
unusual handling characteris-
Tire rotation
tics that could result in death,
3
CBGQ0707
To equalize tread wear, it is recom-
Directional tires (if equipped)
severe injury,
or property
damage.
mended that the tires be rotated
4
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
5
During rotation, check the tires for
correct balance.
When rotating tires, check for uneven
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wear and damage. Abnormal wear is
usually caused by incorrect tire pres-
CBGQ0707A
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sure, improper wheel alignment, out-
Disc brake pads should be inspected
of-balance wheels, severe braking or
for wear whenever tires are rotated.
severe cornering. Look for bumps or
Rotate radial tires that have an
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bulges in the tread or side of tire.
asymmetric tread pattern only
Replace the tire if you find either of
from front to rear and not from
these conditions. Replace the tire if
right to left.
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fabric or cord is visible. After rotation,
be sure to bring the front and rear tire
pressures to specification and check
lug nut tightness.
Refer to Section 8, Specifications.
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Maintenance
Tread wear indicator
(Continued)
WARNING - Replacing
tires
•
The use of any other tire size
or type may seriously affect
•
Driving on worn-out tires is
1
ride, handling, ground clear-
very hazardous and will
ance, stopping distance, body
reduce braking effectiveness,
to tire clearance, snow tire
2
steering accuracy, and trac-
clearance, and speedometer
tion.
reliability.
•
Your vehicle is equipped with
3
•
It is best to replace all four
tires designed to provide for
tires at the same time. If that is
safe ride and handling capa-
not possible, or necessary,
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bility. Do not use a size and
4
then replace the two front or
Tire replacement
type of tire and wheel that is
two rear tires as a pair.
different from the one that is
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear
Replacing just one tire can
5
originally installed on your
indicator will appear as a solid band
seriously affect your vehicle’s
vehicle. It can affect the safety
across the tread. This shows there is
handling.
and performance of your vehi-
6
less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of tread
cle, which could lead to han-
•
The ABS works by comparing
left on the tire. Replace the tire when
the speed of the wheels. Tire
dling failure or rollover and
this happens.
serious injury. When replacing
size can affect wheel speed.
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Do not wait for the band to appear
When replacing tires, all 4 tires
the tires, be sure to equip all
across the entire tread before replac-
four tires with the tire and
must use the same size origi-
ing the tire.
nally supplied with the vehicle.
8
wheel of the same size, type,
tread, brand and load-carrying
Using tires of a different size
can cause the ABS (Antilock
capacity.
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Brake System) and ESC
(Continued)
(Electronic Stability Control) (If
equipped) to work irregularly.
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Maintenance
Compact spare tire replace-
Wheel alignment and tire
Wheel replacement
ment (if equipped)
balance
When replacing the metal wheels for
A compact spare tire has a shorter
The wheels on your vehicle were
any reason, make sure the new
1
tread life than a regular size tire.
aligned and balanced carefully at the
wheels are equivalent to the original
Replace it when you can see the
factory to give you the longest tire life
factory units in diameter, rim width
tread wear indicator bars on the tire.
and best overall performance.
and offset.
2
The replacement compact spare tire
In most cases, you will not need to
should be the same size and design
have your wheels aligned again.
WARNING
3
tire as the one provided with your
However, if you notice unusual tire
new Kia and should be mounted on
A wheel that is not the correct
wear or your vehicle pulling one way
the same compact spare tire wheel.
size may adversely affect wheel
or the other, the alignment may need
4
The compact spare tire is not
and bearing life, braking and
to be reset.
designed to be mounted on a regular
stopping abilities, handling char-
If you notice your vehicle vibrating
size wheel, and the compact spare
acteristics, ground clearance,
5
when driving on a smooth road, your
tire wheel is not designed for mount-
body-to-tire clearance, snow
wheels may need to be rebalanced.
ing a regular size tire.
chain clearance, speedometer
calibration, headlight aim and
6
bumper height.
CAUTION
Improper wheel weights can
7
damage your vehicle's alu-
minum wheels. Use only
8
approved wheel weights.
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Maintenance
Tire maintenance
1
2. Tire size designation
A tire’s sidewall is marked with a tire
In addition to proper inflation, correct
5,6
wheel alignment helps to decrease
size designation. You will need this
7
information when selecting replace-
1
tire wear. If you find a tire is worn
ment tires for your car. The following
unevenly, have your dealer check the
4
explains what the letters and num-
wheel alignement.
bers in the tire size designation
2
When you have new tires installed,
mean.
make sure they are balanced. This
2
3
Example tire size designation:
will increase vehicle ride comfort and
3
tire life. Additionally, a tire should
(These numbers are provided as an
always be rebalanced if it is removed
example only; your tire size designa-
1
I030B04JM
4
from the wheel.
tor could vary depending on your
Tire sidewall labeling
vehicle.)
P195/60R15 87H
This information identifies and
5
Tire traction
describes the fundamental charac-
Tire traction can be reduced if you
teristics of the tire and also provides
P - Applicable vehicle type
(tires
drive on worn tires, tires that are
6
the tire identification number
(TIN)
marked with the prefix “P’’ are
improperly inflated or on slippery
for safety standard certification. The
intended for use on passenger
road surfaces. Tires should be
TIN can be used to identify the tire in
cars or light trucks; however, not
replaced when tread wear indicators
7
case of a recall.
all tires have this marking).
appear. To reduce the possiblity of
losing control, slow down whenever
195 - Tire width in millimeters.
8
there is rain, snow or ice on the road.
1. Manufacturer or brand name
60 - Aspect ratio. The tire’s section
Manufacturer or Brand name is
height as a percentage of its
shown.
width.
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R - Tire construction code (Radial).
15 - Rim diameter in inches.
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Maintenance
87 - Load Index, a numerical code
Tire speed ratings
3. Checking tire life (TIN : Tire
associated with the maximum
The chart below lists many of the dif-
Identification Number)
load the tire can carry.
ferent speed ratings currently being
Any tires that are over 6 years, based
1
H - Speed Rating Symbol. See the
used for passenger cars. The speed
on the manufacturing date, tire
speed rating chart in this section
rating is part of the tire size designa-
strength and performance, decline
for additional information.
tion on the sidewall of the tire. This
with age naturally
(even unused
2
symbol corresponds to that tire's
spare tires). Therefore, the tires
designed maximum safe operating
(including the spare tire) should be
Wheel size designation
speed.
replaced by new ones. You can find
3
Wheels are also marked with impor-
the manufacturing date on the tire
tant information that you need if you
Speed
sidewall (possibly on the inside of the
ever have to replace one. The follow-
4
Rating
Maximum Speed
wheel), displaying the DOT Code.
ing explains what the letters and
Symbol
The DOT Code is a series of num-
numbers in the wheel size designa-
bers on a tire consisting of numbers
S
180 km/h (112 mph)
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tion mean.
and English letters. The manufactur-
T
190 km/h (118 mph)
ing date is designated by the last four
H
210 km/h (130 mph)
digits (characters) of the DOT code.
6
Example wheel size designation:
V
240 km/h (149 mph)
6.0JX15
Z
Above 240 km/h (149 mph)
DOT : XXXX XXXX OOOO
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6.0 - Rim width in inches.
The front part of the DOT means a
plant code number, tire size and
J - Rim contour designation.
8
tread pattern and the last four num-
15 - Rim diameter in inches.
bers indicate week and year manu-
factured.
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For example:
DOT XXXX XXXX 1606 represents
that the tire was produced in the 16th
week of 2006.
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Maintenance
5. Maximum permissible inflation
Quality grades can be found where
WARNING
pressure
applicable on the tire sidewall
Tires degrade over time, even
between tread shoulder and maxi-
This number is the greatest amount
when they are not being used.
of air pressure that should be put in
mum section width.
1
Regardless of the remaining
the tire. Do not exceed the maximum
For example:
tread, it is recommended that
permissible inflation pressure. Refer
TREADWEAR 200
tires generally be replaced after
2
to the Tire and Loading Information
TRACTION AA
six (6) years of normal service.
label for recommended inflation
Heat caused by hot climates or
TEMPERATURE A
pressure.
3
frequent high loading conditions
Tread wear
can accelerate the aging
6. Maximum load rating
The tread wear grade is a compara-
process. Failure to follow this
4
tive rating based on the wear rate of
warning can result in sudden tire
This number indicates the maximum
the tire when tested under controlled
failure, which could lead to a
load in kilograms and pounds that
loss of control and an accident
can be carried by the tire. When
conditions on a specified govern-
5
ment test course. For example, a tire
involving serious injury or death.
replacing the tires on the vehicle,
graded 150 would wear one-and-a-
always use a tire that has the same
half times as well on the government
6
load rating as the factory installed
course as a tire graded 100.
4. Tire ply composition and mate-
tire.
rial
The relative performance of tires
7
depends upon the actual conditions
The number of layers or plies of rub-
7. Uniform tire quality grading
of their use. However, performance
ber-coated fabric in the tire. Tire
The following information relates to
may differ from the norm because of
8
manufacturers also must indicate the
the tire grading system developed by
variations in driving habits, service
materials in the tire, which include
the Canadian Motor Vehicle Safety
practices and differences in road
steel, nylon, polyester, and others.
Standard (CMVSS) for grading tires
9
characteristics and climate.
The letter "R" means radial ply con-
by tread wear, traction and tempera-
struction; the letter "D" means diago-
These grades are molded on the
ture performance.
nal or bias ply construction; and the
side-walls of passenger vehicle tires.
letter "B" means belted-bias ply con-
The tires available as standard or
struction.
optional equipment on your vehicles
may vary with respect to grade.
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Maintenance
Traction - AA, A, B & C
Tire terminology and defini-
The traction grades, from highest to
WARNING - Tire
tions
temperature
lowest, are AA, A, B and C. The
Air Pressure: The amount of air
1
grades represent the tires ability to
The temperature grade for this
inside the tire pressing outward on
stop on wet pavement as measured
tire is established for a tire that
the tire. Air pressure is expressed in
under controlled conditions on spec-
is properly inflated and not
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
2
ified government test surfaces of
overloaded. Excessive speed,
pascal (kPa).
asphalt and concrete. A tire marked
underinflation, or excessive
Accessory Weight: This means the
C may have poor traction perform-
loading, either separately or in
3
combined weight of optional acces-
ance.
combination, can cause heat
sories. Some examples of optional
build-up and possible sudden
Temperature -A, B & C
accessories are, automatic transmis-
4
tire failure. This can cause loss
The temperature grades are A (the
sion, power seats, and air condition-
of vehicle control and serious
highest), B and C. The grades repre-
ing.
injury or death.
sent the tire’s resistance to the gen-
5
Aspect Ratio: The relationship of a
eration of heat and its ability to dissi-
tire's height to its width.
pate heat when tested under con-
Belt: A rubber coated layer of cords
6
trolled conditions on a specified
that is located between the plies and
indoor laboratory test wheel.
the tread. Cords may be made from
Sustained high temperature can
7
steel or other reinforcing materials.
cause the material of the tires to
Bead: The tire bead contains steel
degenerate and reduce tires life, and
wires wrapped by steel cords that
8
excessive temperature can lead to
hold the tire onto the rim.
sudden tires failure. Grades A and B
represent higher levels of perform-
Bias Ply Tire: A pneumatic tire in
9
ance on the laboratory test wheel than
which the plies are laid at alternate
the minimum required by the law.
angles less than 90 degrees to the
centerline of the tread.
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Maintenance
Cold Tire Pressure: The amount of
Intended Outboard Sidewall: The
Occupant Distribution: Designated
air pressure in a tire, measured in
side of an asymmetrical tire, that
seating positions.
pounds per square inch (psi) or kilo-
must always face outward when
Outward Facing Sidewall: The side
pascals (kPa) before a tire has built
mounted on a vehicle.
of a asymmetrical tire that has a par-
1
up heat from driving.
Kilopascal (kPa): The metric unit for
ticular side that faces outward when
Curb Weight: This means the weight
air pressure.
mounted on a vehicle. The outward
2
of a motor vehicle with standard and
facing sidewall bears white lettering
Load Index: An assigned number
optional equipment including the
or bears manufacturer, brand, and/or
ranging from 1 to 279 that corre-
maximum capacity of fuel, oil and
model name molding that is higher or
sponds to the load carrying capacity
3
coolant, but without passengers and
deeper than the same moldings on
of a tire.
cargo.
the inner facing sidewall.
Maximum Inflation Pressure: The
DOT Markings: The DOT code
Passenger (P-Metric) Tire: A tire
4
maximum air pressure to which a
includes the Tire Identification
used on passenger cars and some
cold tire may be inflated. The maxi-
Number (TIN), an alphanumeric des-
light duty trucks and multipurpose
mum air pressure is molded onto the
5
ignator which can also identify the
vehicles.
sidewall.
tire manufacturer, production plant,
Recommended Inflation Pressure:
Maximum Load Rating: The load
brand and date of production.
Vehicle manufacturer's recommend-
6
rating for a tire at the maximum per-
GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
ed tire inflation pressure and shown
missible inflation pressure for that
on the tire placard.
GAWR FRT: Gross Axle Weight
tire.
7
Rating for the front Axle.
Radial Ply tire: A pneumatic tire in
Maximum Loaded Vehicle Weight:
which the ply cords that extend to the
GAWR RR: Gross Axle Weight
The sum of curb weight; accessory
beads are laid at 90 degrees to the
8
Rating for the rear axle.
weight; vehicle capacity weight; and
centerline of the tread.
production options weight.
Rim: A metal support for a tire and
Normal Occupant Weight: The
9
upon which the tire beads are seat-
number of occupants a vehicle is
ed.
designed to seat multiplied by 68 kg
(150 pounds).
Sidewall: The portion of a tire
between the tread and the bead.
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Maintenance
Speed Rating: An alphanumeric
Vehicle Maximum Load on the
All season tires
code assigned to a tire indicating the
Tire: Load on an individual tire due to
Kia specifies all season tires on
maximum speed at which a tire can
curb and accessory weight plus
some models to provide good per-
operate.
maximum occupant and cargo
1
formance for use all year round,
weight.
Traction: The friction between the
including snowy and icy road condi-
tire and the road surface. The
Vehicle Normal Load on the Tire:
tions. All season tires are identified
2
amount of grip provided.
That load on an individual tire that is
by ALL SEASON and/or M+S (Mud
Tread: The portion of a tire that
determined by distributing to each
and Snow) on the tire sidewall. Snow
axle its share of the curb weight,
tires have better snow traction than
3
comes into contact with the road.
accessory weight, and normal occu-
all season tires and may be more
Treadwear Indicators: Narrow
pant weight and driving by 2.
appropriate in some areas.
bands, sometimes called "wear
4
Vehicle Placard: A label permanent-
bars," that show across the tread of a
ly attached to a vehicle showing the
tire when only
2/32 inch of tread
original equipment tire size and rec-
remains.
5
ommended inflation pressure.
UTQGS: Uniform Tire Quality
Grading Standards, a tire information
6
system that provides consumers with
ratings for a tire's traction, tempera-
ture and treadwear. Ratings are
7
determined by tire manufacturers
using government testing proce-
8
dures. The ratings are molded into
the sidewall of the tire.
Vehicle Capacity Weight: The num-
9
ber of designated seating positions
multiplied by 68 kg (150 lbs.) plus the
rated cargo and luggage load.
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Maintenance
Summer tires
Snow tires
Kia specifies summer tires on some
If you equip your car with snow tires,
models to provide superior perform-
they should be the same size and
ance on dry roads. Summer tire per-
have the same load capacity as the
1
formance is substantially reduced in
original tires. Snow tires should be
snow and ice. Summer tires do not
installed on all four wheels; other-
2
have the tire traction rating M+S
wise, poor handling may result.
(Mud and Snow) on the tire side wall.
Snow tires should carry 28 kPa (4
if you plan to operate your vehicle in
psi) more air pressure than the pres-
3
snowy or icy conditions. Kia recom-
sure recommended for the standard
mends the use of snow tires or all
tires on the tire label on the driver's
season tires on all four wheels.
4
side of the center pillar, or up to the
maximum pressure shown on the tire
sidewall, whichever is less.
5
Do not drive faster than 120 km/h (75
mph) when your car is equipped with
6
snow tires.
7
8
9
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Maintenance
EXTERIOR CARE
Exterior general caution
Insects, tar, tree sap, bird droppings,
industrial pollution and similar
It is very important to follow the label
deposits can damage your vehicle’s
directions when using any chemical
finish if not removed immediately.
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cleaner or polish. Read all warning
and caution statements that appear
Even prompt washing with plain
on the label.
water may not completely remove all
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these deposits. A mild soap, safe for
use on painted surfaces, may be
Finish maintenance
used.
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Washing
After washing, rinse the vehicle thor-
To help protect your vehicle’s finish
oughly with lukewarm or cold water.
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Do not allow soap to dry on the fin-
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from rust and deterioration, wash it
thoroughly and frequently at least
ish.
once a month with lukewarm or cold
CAUTION
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water.
•
Water washing in the engine
✽ NOTICE
If you use your vehicle for off-road
compartment including high
Do not use strong soap, chemical
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driving, you should wash it after each
pressure water washing may
detergents or hot water, and do not
off-road trip. Pay special attention to
cause the failure of electrical
wash the vehicle in direct sunlight or
the removal of any accumulation of
circuits located in the engine
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when the body of the vehicle is
salt, dirt, mud, and other foreign
compartment.
warm.
materials. Make sure the drain holes
•
Never allow water or other liq-
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in the lower edges of the doors and
uids come in contact with
rocker panels are kept clear and
electrical/electronic compo-
clean.
nents inside the vehicle as
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this may damage them and
cause a short which can lead
to a fire.
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