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: Steering Column Shroud Panel Repair procedures

Replacement [Steering column shroud lower panel] • Put on gloves to protect your hands. ...

Kia Carens RP (2013-2018) Owners Manual: Walk-in seat (2nd row seat, if equipped)

To get in or out of the 3rd row seat: 1. Routing the seat belt webbing through the rear seat belt guide clip. After inserting the seat belt, tighten the belt webbing by pulling it up. 2. Pull up the walk-in lever (1) on the 2nd row seatback. 3. The 2nd row seatback will be folded and push the seat ...