Kia Sportage: Tires and wheels / Wheel alignment and tire balance
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 aligned again. However,
if you notice unusual tire wear or your vehicle pulling one way or the other, the
alignment may need to be reset.
If you notice your vehicle vibrating when driving on a smooth road, your wheels
may need to be rebalanced.
CAUTION - Wheel weight
Improper wheel weights can damage your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use only
approved wheel weights.
To equalize tread wear, it is recommended that the tires be rotated every 7,500
miles (12,000 km) or sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for correct balance.
When r ...
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 ...
Other information:
This warning message illuminates if there is a malfunction (burned-out bulb except
LED lamp or circuit malfunction) with the headlamp. In this case, have your vehicle
inspected by an authorized Kia dealer.
✽ NOTICE
When replacing the bulb, use the same wattage bulb. For more information ...
1. Press the CRUISE button on the steering wheel to turn the system on. The CRUISE
indicator light in the instrument cluster will illuminate.
2. Accelerate to the desired speed, which must be more than 20 mph (30 km/h).
3. Move the lever down (to SET-), and release it at the desired speed. T ...