Kia Sportage: Tires and wheels / Wheel replacement
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 adversely affect wheel and bearing life,
braking and stopping abilities, handling characteristics, ground clearance, body-to-tire
clearance, snow chain clearance, speedometer and odometer calibration, headlight
aim and bumper height.
CAUTION - Wheel
Wheels that do not meet Kia's specifications may fit poorly and result in
damage to the vehicle or unusual handling and poor vehicle control.
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 1/16 inch (1.6 mm) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tire ...
Tire traction
Tire traction can be reduced if you drive on worn tires, tires that are improperly
inflated or on slippery road surfaces. Tires should be replaced when tread wear
indicators appear. ...
Other information:
Description
CMF Battery
The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery is, as the name implies, totally maintenance
free and has no removable battery cell caps.
The CMF(Closed Maintenance Free) battery does not require water replenishment
for the repair.
The battery is ...
The indicator on the switch will illuminate when the Blind Spot Detection System
(BSD) switch is pressed with the Engine Start/Stop Button ON.
If vehicle speed exceeds 20 mph (32 km/h), the system will activate. If you press
the switch again, the switch indicator and system will be turned off ...