Kia Optima: Tires and wheels / Tire replacement
If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear Indicator (A) will appear as a solid
band across the tread. This shows there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 inch) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire when this happens.
Do not wait for the band to appear across the entire tread before replacing the
tire.
The ABS works by comparing the speed of the wheels. The tire size affects wheel
speed. When replacing tires, all 4 tires must use the same size originally supplied
with the vehicle. Using tires of a different size can cause the ABS (Anti-lock Brake
System) and ESC (Electronic Stability Control) to work irregularly.
✽ NOTICE
- In order to maintain optimal driving performance, we recommend replacing
tires with the same specification and type as originally installed in your vehicle.
If not, driving performance could be altered.
- When replacing tires (or wheels), it is recommended to replace the two
front or two rear tires (or wheels) as a pair. Replacing just one tire can seriously
affect your vehicle's handling.
The wheels on your vehicle were aligned and balanced carefully at the factory
to give you the longest tire life and best overall performance.
In most cases, you will not need to have your wheels al ...
When replacing the metal wheels for any reason, make sure the new wheels are
equivalent to the original factory units in diameter, rim width and offset.
A wheel that is not the correct size may adv ...
Other information:
If you have a flat tire, the Low Tire Pressure telltale will come on. Have the
flat tire repaired by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible or replace the
flat tire with the spare tire.
CAUTION - Repair Agents
Never use a puncture-repairing agent not approved by Kia to repair and/or
in ...
Components and components location
Component Location
1. Crash pad lower panel
Repair procedures
Replacement
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When removing with a flat-tip s ...