In case of an emergency
Important - use of compact spare
tire (if equipped)
When using a compact spare tire,
observe the following precautions:
• Under no circumstances should
you exceed 80 km/h (50 mph); a
higher speed could damage the
tire.
CAUTION
This spare tire should be used
only for VERY short distances.
Compact spares should NEVER
be used for long drives or
extended distances.
your vehicle is equipped with a com-
pact spare tire. This compact spare
tire takes up less space than a regu-
lar-size tire.This tire is smaller than a
conventional tire and is designed for
temporary use only.
•
Ensure that you drive slowly
enough for the road conditions to
avoid all hazards. Any road hazard,
such as a pothole or debris, could
seriously damage the compact
spare.
The compact spare should be inflat-
ed to 420 kPa (60 psi).
CAUTION
•
•
You should drive carefully
when the compact spare is in
spare
should be replaced by the
proper conventional tire and
rim at the first opportunity.
The operation of this vehicle
is not recommended with
more than one compact spare
tire in use at the same time.
✽
NOTICE
•
•
•
Any continuous road use of this tire
could result in tire failure, loss of
vehicle control, and possible per-
sonal injury.
Do not exceed the vehicle’s maxi-
mum load rating or the load-carry-
ing capacity shown on the sidewall
of the compact spare tire.
Avoid driving over obstacles. The
compact spare tire diameter is
smaller than the diameter of a con-
ventional tire and reduces the
ground clearance approximately
use.
The
compact
Check the inflation pressure after
installing the spare tire. Adjust it to
the specified pressure, as necessary.
25
mm (1 inch), which could result
in damage to the vehicle.
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| Categories | Kia Manuals, Kia Sorento Manuals |
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| Model Year | 2009 |
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