Kia Carens: Tires and wheels / Wheel replacement

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual / Maintenance / 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.

WARNING

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.

Tire replacement

If the tire is worn evenly, a tread wear indicator will appear as a solid band across the tread. This shows there is less than 1.6 mm (1/16 in.) of tread left on the tire. Replace the tire when thi ...

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. To reduce the po ...

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Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Troubleshooting

Failure Diagnosis 1. In principle, ESP and TCS controls are prohibited in case of ABS failure. 2. When ESP or TCS fails, only the failed system control is prohibited. 3. However, when the solenoid va ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Service Manual: Special service tools

Special Service Tools Tool(Number and Name) Illustration Use 09581-11000 Piston expander Spreading the front and rear disc brake piston. 09580-0U000 Brake piston adjuster ...