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Maintenance Tires and wheels
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 uncomfortable to ride in
and there is more noise compared with
normal tires.
CAUTION
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 damaged.
僅 If the tire is impacted, we recommend
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
3,000 km (1,900 miles).
僅 It is not easy to recognize the tire
damage with your own eyes. But if
there is the slightest hint of tire dam
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age, even though you cannot see the
tire damage with your own eyes, have
the tire checked or replaced because
the tire damage may cause air leak -
age from the tire.
僅 If the tire is damaged by driving on a
rough road, off road, pothole, man
-
hole, or curb stone, it will not be cov
-
ered by the warranty.
僅 You can find out the tire information
on the tire sidewall.