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Maintenance Tires and wheels
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
braking, it may be more uncom
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fortable to ride in and there is
more noise compare with normal
tires.
Because the sidewall of the low
aspect ratio tire is shorter than
the normal, the wheel and tire of
the low aspect ratio tire is easier
to be damaged. So, follow the
instructions below.
僅 When driving on a rough road
or off road, drive cautiously
because tires and wheels may
be damaged. And after driving,
inspect tires and wheels.
僅 When passing over a pothole,
speed bump, manhole, or curb
stone, drive slowly so that the
tires and wheels are not dam
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aged.
僅 If the tire is impacted, we rec
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ommend that you inspect the
tire condition or contact an
authorized Kia dealer.
僅 To prevent damage to the tire,
inspect the tire condition and
pressure every 1,900 miles
(3,000 km).
僅 It is not easy to recognize the
tire damage with your own
eyes. But if there is the slight
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est hint of tire damage, even
though you cannot see the tire
damage with your own eyes,
have the tire checked or
replaced because the tire dam
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age may cause air leakage
from the tire.
僅 If the tire is damaged by driv
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ing on a rough road, off road,
pothole, manhole, or curb
stone, it will not be covered by
the warranty.
僅 You can find out the tire infor
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mation on the tire sidewall.
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