Get What to do in an emergency -> If you have a flat tire Guide for Kia Sorento SUV 2023

What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

external factors such as nails or road

debris.

If you have a flat tire (with

spare tire) (if equipped)

僅 If you feel any vehicle instability,

immediately take your foot off the

If you have a flat tire, you can change

the flat tire to a spare tire using tools.

accelerator, apply the brakes gradu

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WARNING

Driving on a flat tire will cause perma

ally and with light force, and slowly

move to a safe position off the road.

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nent damage to the tire. Re-inflating a

tire after it has been driven on while

severely underinflated or flat may cause

a blowout and a serious crash. Never

attempt to re-inflate a tire that has been

driven on while severely underinflated or

flat. In this case, repair or replace the flat

tire as soon as possible.

NOTICE

Protecting TPMS

Tampering with, modifying, or disabling

the Tire Pressure Monitoring System

(TPMS) components may interfere with

the system's ability to warn the driver of

low tire pressure conditions and/or

TPMS malfunctions. Tampering with,

modifying, or disabling the Tire Pressure

Monitoring System (TPMS) components

may void the warranty for that portion of

the vehicle.

WARNING

Changing a tire can be dangerous. Fol

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low the instructions in this section when

changing a tire to reduce the risk of seri

ous injury or death.

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This device complies with Indus

try Canada licence-exempt RSS

standard(s).

Operation is subject to the following

conditions:

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CAUTION

Be careful as you use the jack handle to

stay clear of the flat end. The flat end

has sharp edges that could cause cuts.

1. This device may not cause interfer

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ence, and

Jack and tools

2. This device must accept any interfer

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ence, including interference that may

cause undesired operation of the

device.

3. Changes or modifications not

expressly approved by the party

responsible for compliance could void

the user's authority to operate the

device.

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

The jack, jack handle, wheel lug nut

wrench are stored in the luggage com

partment.

and from the vehicle to be raised with

the jack.

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Pull up the luggage box cover to reach

this equipment.

1. Jack

WARNING

Tire jack

Do not place any portion of your body

under a vehicle that is only supported by

a jack since the vehicle can easily roll off

the jack. Use vehicle support stands.

2. Wheel lug nut wrench

Jacking instructions

The jack is provided for emergency tire

changing only.

僅 To prevent the jack from "rattling"

while the vehicle is in motion, store it

properly.

僅 Follow jacking instructions to reduce

the possibility of personal injury.

WARNING

Changing tires

Never attempt vehicle repairs in the traf

fic lanes of a public road or highway.

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WARNING

Running vehicle on jack

Changing tires

Do not start or run the engine of the

vehicle while the vehicle is on the jack as

this may cause the vehicle to fall off the

jack.

僅 Never attempt vehicle repairs in the

traffic lanes of a public road or high

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way.

僅 Always move the vehicle completely

off the road and onto the shoulder

before trying to change a tire. The

jack should be used on firm level

ground. If you cannot find a firm level

To prevent the jack from "rattling" while

the vehicle IS in motion, store it properly.

NOTICE

Retreaded tires

place off the road, call a towing ser

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vice company for assistance.

Substantial design variations and the

僅 Be sure to use the correct front and

rear jacking positions on the vehicle;

never use the bumpers or any other

part of the vehicle for jacking support.

age of the retreaded tire casing struc

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ture can limit service life and have nega

tive impact on road safety.

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僅 The vehicle can roll off the jack caus

ing serious injury or death.

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僅 Do not go under a vehicle that is sup

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ported by a jack.

僅 Do not start or run the engine while

the vehicle is on the jack.

僅 Do not allow anyone to remain in the

vehicle while it is on the jack.

僅 Make sure any children present are in

a secure place, away from the road

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

Turn the wrench counterclockwise

until the spare tire reaches the

ground.

Removing and storing the spare

tire

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Your spare tire is stored underneath

your vehicle, directly below the cargo

area.

To remove the spare tire:

1. Open the liftgate.

2. Find the spare tire fixing bolt cover

and remove the cover.

If necessary, separate the tool case

only after removing the clamp.

5. After the spare tire reaches the

ground, continue to turn the wrench

counterclockwise, and draw the spare

tire outside. Never rotate the wrench

excessively, otherwise the spare tire

carrier may be damaged.

6. Remove the retainer (1) from the cen

ter of the spare tire. During tire

removal & installation, try and keep

the retainer cable taunt, to prevent

backlashing/binding.

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3. Connect the socket and wheel lug nut

wrench.

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OMQ4060040L

To store the spare tire:

1. Lay the tire on the ground with the

valve stem facing up.

4. Use the wheel lug nut wrench to

loosen the bolt enough to lower the

spare tire.

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2. Place the wheel under the vehicle and

install the retainer (1) through the

wheel center.

3. Turn the wrench clockwise until it

clicks.

僅 Do not start or run the engine while

the vehicle is on the jack.

僅 Do not allow anyone to remain in the

vehicle while it is on the jack.

僅 Keep children away from the road and

the vehicle.

WARNING

Touching surface of the luggage room

floor

1. Park on a level surface and apply the

parking brake firmly.

Do not touch the metal surface of the

luggage room floor while the engine is

operating or hot. Doing so could result in

serious bodily injury.

Turn the engine off and wait until it cools

down or wear gloves to remove the

spare tire from the luggage room.

Changing tires

WARNING

A vehicle can slip or roll off of a jack

causing serious injury or death to you or

those nearby. Take the following safety

precautions:

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2. Shift the gear to P (Park), apply the

parking brake, and turn the engine

OFF.

僅 Never place any portion of your body

under a vehicle that is supported by a

jack.

僅 NEVER attempt to change a tire in the

lane of traffic. ALWAYS move the

vehicle completely off the road on

level, firm ground away from traffic

before trying to change a tire. If you

cannot find a level, firm place off the

3. Activate the hazard warning flasher.

4. Remove the wheel lug nut wrench,

jack, jack handle, and spare tire from

the vehicle.

5. Block both the front and rear of wheel

that is diagonally opposite the jack

position.

road, call a towing service for assis

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tance.

僅 Be sure to use the jack provided with

the vehicle.

僅 ALWAYS place the jack on the desig

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nated jacking positions on the vehicle

and NEVER on the bumpers or any

other part of the vehicle for jacking

support.

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

tabs and a raised dot to index with the

jack.

WARNING

Jack location

To reduce the possibility of injury, be

sure to only use the jack provided with

the vehicle in the correct jack position;

never use any other part of the vehicle

for jack support.

WARNING

Changing a tire

僅 To prevent vehicle movement while

changing a tire, always set the park

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ing brake fully, and always block the

wheel diagonally, opposite the wheel

being changed.

僅 We recommend that the wheels of the

vehicle be blocked, and that no per

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son remain in a vehicle that is being

jacked.

6. Loosen the wheel lug nuts counter

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clockwise one turn each, but do not

remove any nut until the tire has been

raised off the ground.

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8. Insert the jack handle into the jack

and turn it clockwise, raising the vehi

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cle until the tire just clears the ground.

This measurement is approximately

1.2 inches (30 mm). Before removing

the wheel lug nuts, make sure the

vehicle is stable and that there is no

chance for movement or slippage.

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7. Place the jack at the front (1) or rear

(2) jacking position closest to the tire

you are changing. Place the jack at

the designated locations under the

frame. The jacking positions are

plates welded to the frame with two

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If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

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9. Loosen the wheel nuts and remove

them with your fingers. Slide the

wheel off the studs and lay it flat so it

cannot roll away. To put the wheel on

the hub, pick up the spare tire, line up

the holes with the studs and slide the

wheel onto them.

If this is difficult, tip the wheel slightly

and get the top hole in the wheel lined

up with the top stud. Then jiggle the

wheel back and forth until the wheel

can be slid over the other studs.

10.To reinstall the wheel, hold it on the

studs, put the wheel nuts on the studs

and tighten them finger tight. Jiggle

the tire to be sure it is completely

seated, then tighten the nuts as much

as possible with your fingers again.

Then position the wrench as shown in

the drawing and tighten the wheel

nuts. Be sure the socket is seated

completely over the nut. Do not stand

on the wrench handle or use an

extension pipe over the wrench han

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dle. Go around the wheel tightening

every other nut until they are all tight.

Then double-check each nut for tight

ness. After changing wheels, have the

system checked by a professional

workshop. Kia recommends to visit an

authorized Kia dealer.

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WARNING

Installing a wheel

僅 When you install a wheel, always

remove any corrosion, dirt or foreign

materials present on the mounting

surfaces of the wheel or the surface of

the wheel hub, brake drum or brake

disc that contacts the wheel. Make

sure to secure any fasteners that

attach the rotor to the hub so they do

11.Lower the vehicle to the ground by

turning the wheel nut wrench coun

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terclockwise.

not interfere with the mounting sur

faces of the wheel. Installing wheels

without correct metal-to-metal con

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tact at the wheel mounting surfaces

can cause the wheel nuts to loosen

and the wheel to come off while your

vehicle is in motion, resulting in loss of

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If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

vehicle control, personal injury or

death.

Note that most lug nuts do not have

metric threads. Be sure to use extreme

care in checking for thread style before

installing aftermarket lug nuts or wheels.

If in doubt, consult an authorized Kia

dealer.

僅 Make sure the wheel makes good

contact with the hub when installed. If

the contact of the mounting surface

between the wheel and hub is not

good, the wheel nuts could come

loose and cause the loss of a wheel.

Loss of a wheel may result in loss of

control of the vehicle.

WARNING

Wheel studs

If the studs are damaged, they may lose

their ability to retain the wheel. This

could lead to the loss of the wheel and a

collision resulting in serious injuries.

Wheel nut tightening torque:

Steel wheel & aluminum alloy wheel:

11 ~ 13 kgf·m (79 ~ 94 lbf·ft)

WARNING

If you have a tire gauge, remove the

valve cap and check the air pressure. If

Never use oil or grease on bolts or nuts

because the nuts might come loose. The

vehicle's wheel could fall off, causing a

crash.

the pressure is lower than recom

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mended, drive slowly to the nearest ser

vice station and inflate to the correct

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pressure. If it is too high, adjust it until it

is correct. Always reinstall the valve cap

after checking or adjusting tire pressure.

If the cap is not replaced, air may leak

from the tire. If you lose a valve cap, buy

another and install it as soon as possible.

After you have changed wheels, always

secure the flat tire in its place and return

the jack and tools to their proper storage

locations.

Important - use of compact spare

tire (if equipped)

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Your vehicle is equipped with a compact

spare tire. This compact spare tire takes

up less space than a regular-size tire.

This tire is smaller than a conventional

tire and is designed for temporary use

only.

僅 You should drive carefully when the

compact spare is in use. The compact

spare should be replaced by the

proper conventional tire and rim at

the first opportunity.

CAUTION

Reusing lug nuts

Make certain during wheel removal that

the same nuts that were removed are

reinstalled - or, if replaced, that nuts with

metric threads and the same chamfer

configuration are used. Your vehicle has

metric threads on the wheel studs and

nuts. Installation of a non-metric thread

nut on a metric stud will not secure the

僅 The operation of this vehicle is not

recommended with more than one

compact spare tire in use at the same

time.

WARNING

Spare tire

The compact spare tire is for emergency

use only. Do not operate your vehicle on

this compact spare at speeds over 80

wheel to the hub properly and will dam

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age the stud so that it must be replaced.

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with spare tire)

km/h (50 mph). The original tire should

僅 Avoid driving over obstacles. The

compact spare tire diameter is smaller

than the diameter of a conventional

tire and reduces the ground clearance

approximately 1 inch (25 mm), which

could result in damage to the vehicle.

僅 Do not take this vehicle through an

automatic vehicle wash while the

compact spare tire is installed.

僅 Do not use the compact spare tire on

any other vehicle because this tire has

been designed especially for your

vehicle.

僅 The compact spare tire's tread life is

shorter than a regular tire. Inspect

your compact spare tire regularly and

replace worn compact spare tires with

the same size and design, mounted

on the same wheel.

be repaired or replaced as soon as pos

sible to avoid failure of the spare, possi

bly leading to bodily injury or death.

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The compact spare tire should be

inflated to 420 kPa (60 psi).

NOTICE

Check the inflation pressure after install

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ing the spare tire. Adjust it to the speci

fied pressure, as necessary.

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When using a compact spare tire,

observe the following precautions:

僅 Under no circumstances should you

exceed 80 km/h (50 mph); a higher

speed could damage the tire.

僅 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.

僅 Any continuous road use of this tire

could result in tire failure, loss of vehi

cle control, and possible personal

injury.

僅 The compact spare tire should not be

used on any other wheels, nor should

standard tires, snow tires, wheel cov

ers or trim rings be used with the

compact spare wheel. If such use is

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attempted, damage to these items or

other vehicle components may occur.

僅 Do not use more than one compact

spare tire at a time.

僅 Do not tow a trailer while the compact

spare tire is installed.

僅 Do not exceed the vehicle's maximum

load rating or the load-carrying

capacity shown on the sidewall of the

compact spare tire.

Jack label

OHYK060001

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OHYK060005

OHYK064002

* The actual Jack label in the vehicle may differ from the illustration. For more

detailed specifications, refer to the label attached to the jack.

1. Model Name

2. Maximum allowable load

3. When using the jack, set your parking brake.

4. When using the jack, stop the engine.

5. Do not get under a vehicle that is supported by a jack.

6. The designated locations under the frame

7. When supporting the vehicle, the base plate of jack must be vertical under the lift

ing point.

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8. Move the shifter position to the P (Park) position on vehicles.

9. The jack should be used on firm level ground.

10.Jack manufacturer

11.Production date

12.Representative company and address

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit)

Introduction

With the Tire Mobility Kit you stay mobile

even after experiencing a tire puncture.

The system of compressor and sealing

compound effectively and comfortably

seals most punctures in a passenger car

tire caused by nails or similar objects

and reinflates the tire.

If you have a flat tire (with tire

mobility kit) (if equipped)

For safe operation, carefully read and

follow the instructions in this manual

before use.

After you ensured that the tire is prop

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erly sealed you can drive cautiously on

the tire (distance up to 200 km (120

miles)) at a max. speed of 80 km/h (50

mph) in order to reach a service station

or tire dealer to have the tire replaced.

It is possible that some tires, especially

with larger punctures or damage to the

sidewall, cannot be sealed completely.

Air pressure loss in the tire may

adversely affect tire performance.

For this reason, you should avoid abrupt

steering or other driving maneuvers,

especially if the vehicle is heavily loaded

or if a trailer is in use.

The Tire Mobility Kit is not designed or

intended as a permanent tire repair

method and is to be used for one tire

only. This instruction shows you step by

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1. Compressor

2. Sealant bottle

The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary fix to

the tire and We recommend that you

have your vehicle inspected by an

authorized Kia dealer/service partner.

CAUTION

One sealant for one tire

When two or more tires are flat, do not

use the tire mobility kit because the sup

ported one sealant of Tire Mobility Kit is

only used for one flat tire.

step how to temporarily seal the punc

ture simply and reliably.

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Read the section "Notes on the safe use

of the Tire Mobility Kit" on page 6-27.

WARNING

Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit to repair

punctures in the tire walls. This can

result in an accident due to tire failure.

Do not use the TMK if a tire is severely

damaged by driving run flat or with

insufficient air pressure.

Only punctured areas located within the

tread region of the tire can be sealed

using the TMK.

WARNING

Have your tire repaired as soon as possi

ble. The tire may loose air pressure at

any time after inflating with the Tire

Mobility Kit.

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit)

Components of the Tire Mobility Kit

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OMQ4060028

1. Speed-restriction label

2. Sealant bottle and label with speed restriction

3. Filling hose from sealant bottle to wheel

4. Connectors and cable for the power outlet direct connection

5. Holder for the sealant bottle

6. Compressor

7. ON/OFF switch

8. Pressure gauge for displaying the tire inflation pressure

9. Valve for reducing the tire inflation pressure

* Connectors, cable and connection hose are stored in the compressor housing.

* Strictly follow the specified sequence, otherwise the sealant may escape under high

pressure.

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What to do in an emergency

If you have a flat tire (with tire mobility kit)

1. Shake the sealant bottle.

WARNING

Expired sealant

Do not use the Tire sealant after the

sealant has expired (i.e. past the expira

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tion date on the sealant container). This

can increase the risk of tire failure.

WARNING

Sealant

僅 Keep out of reach of children.

僅 Avoid contact with eyes.

僅 Do not swallow.

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2. Remove the cap of the sealant bottle

and screw connection hose onto the

connector of the sealant bottle.

Using the Tire Mobility Kit

CAUTION

Detach the speed restriction label from

the sealant bottle, and place it in a highly

visible place inside the vehicle such as

on the steering wheel to remind the

driver not to drive too fast.

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3. Ensure that valve on the compressor

is locked.

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4. Unscrew the valve cap from the valve

8. Switch on the compressor and let it

run for approximately 5~7 minutes to

fill the sealant up to proper pressure.

(refer to "Tires and wheels" on page 7-

44). The inflation pressure of the tire

after filling is unimportant and will be

checked/corrected later. Be careful

not to overinflate the tire and stay

away from the tire when filling it.

of the defective tire and screw the fill

ing hose of the sealant bottle onto the

tire valve.

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When the tire and wheel are dam

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aged, do not use Tire Mobility Kit for

your safety.

WARNING

If the tire pressure is below

26psi(180kPa), do not drive the vehicle.

The tire may cause accident.

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CAUTION

9. Switch off the compressor.

Securely install the sealant filling hose to

the valve. If not, sealant may flow back

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10.Detach the sealant feeling hoses from

the sealant bottle connector and from

the tire valve. After using, leave the

sealant bottle and the compressor

attached together.

ward, possibly clogging the filling hose.

5. Ensure that the compressor is

switched off, position 0.

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6. Connect between compressor and the

vehicle power outlet using the cable

and connectors.

Return the TMK to its storage location in

the vehicle.

WARNING

Carbon monoxide

Do not leave your vehicle running in a

poorly ventilated area for extended peri

ods of time. Carbon monoxide poisoning

and suffocation can occur.

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7. Make the ENGINE START/STOP but

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ton position on or ignition switch posi

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tion on.

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Distributing the sealant

Checking the tire inflation pres

sure

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1. After driving approximately 7~10 km

(4~6 miles or about 10 min), stop at a

safety location.

2. Connect the filling hose of the com

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pressor directly to the tire valve.

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僅 Immediately drive approximately

7~10 km (4~6 miles or, about 10min)

to evenly distribute the sealant in the

tire.

CAUTION

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Do not exceed a speed of 80 km/h (50

mph). If possible, do not fall below a

speed of 20 km/h (12 mph).

3. Connect between compressor and the

vehicle power outlet using the cable

and connectors.

While driving, if you experience any

unusual vibration, ride disturbance or

noise, reduce your speed and drive with

caution until you can safely pull off of

the side of the road. Call for road side

service or towing.

4. Adjust the tire inflation pressure to the

recommended tire inflation.

With the ignition switched on, proceed

as follows.

僅 To increase the inflation pressure:

Switch on the compressor. To

check the current inflation pressure

When you use the Tire Mobility Kit, the

wheel may be stained by sealant. There

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setting, briefly switch off the com

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fore, remove the wheel stained by seal

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pressor.

ant and have the vehicle inspected at a

professional workshop. Kia recommends

to visit an authorized Kia dealer/service

partner.

僅 To reduce the inflation pressure:

Turn the valve on the compressor.

WARNING

Do not let the compressor run for more

than 10 minutes, otherwise the device

will overheat and may be damaged.

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motorcycles, bicycles or any other

type of tires.

僅 Do not remove any foreign objects-

such as nails or screws -that have

penetrated the tire.

CAUTION

If the inflation pressure is not main

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tained, drive the vehicle a second time,

refer to "Distributing the sealant" on

page 6-26. Then repeat steps 1 to 4.

Use of the TMK may be ineffectual for

tire damage larger than approximately 4

mm (0.16 of an inch).

僅 Before using the TMK, read the pre

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cautionary advice printed on the seal

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ant bottle!

僅 Provided the car is outdoors, leave the

engine running. Otherwise operating

the compressor may eventually drain

the car battery.

僅 Never leave the TMK unattended

while it is being used.

僅 Do not leave the compressor running

for more than 10 min. at a time or it

may overheat.

僅 Do not use the TMK if the ambient

temperature is below -30°C (-22°F).

We recommend that you contact a pro

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fessional workshop if the tire cannot be

made roadworthy with the Tire Mobility

Kit.

WARNING

The tire inflation pressure must be at

least 180 kPa (26 psi). If it is not, do not

continue driving. Call for road side ser

vice or towing.

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僅 When the tire and wheel are dam

aged, do not use Tire Mobility Kit for

your safety.

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NOTICE

When reinstalling the repaired or

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replaced tire and wheel on the vehicle,

tighten the wheel lug nut to 11~13 kgf·m

(79~94 lbf·ft).

Technical Data

僅 System voltage: DC 12 V

僅 Working voltage: DC 12 V

僅 Amperage rating: max. 15 A

Notes on the safe use of the Tire

Mobility Kit

僅 Suitable for use at temperatures: -30

to 70 °C (-22 to 158 °F)

僅 Max. working pressure: 7 bar (101 psi)

僅 Size

- Compressor: 150 x 130 x 60 mm

(5.9 x 5.1 x 2.4 in.)

- Sealant bottle: 115.3 x 87.3 ø mm

(4.5 x 3.4 ø in.)

僅 Park your car at the side of the road

so that you can work with the TMK

away from moving traffic. Place your

warning triangle in a prominent place

to make passing vehicles aware of

your location.

僅 To be sure your vehicle will not move,

even when you're on fairly level

ground, always set your parking

brake.

- Compressor weight: 620 g (1.36 lbs)

- Sealant volume: 400 ml (24.4 cu.

in.)

僅 Only use the TMK for sealing/inflation

passenger car tires. Do not use on

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