KIA Magentis 2006 User Manual

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IMPORTANT-USE OF
COMPACT SPARE TIRE

Your vehicle is equipped with a compact
spare tire.
This compact spare tire takes up less
space than a regular-size tire. This tire is
smaller than a conventional tire and is
designed for temporary use only.

The compact spare should be inflated to
420kPa ( 60 psi).

When using a compact spare tire,
observe the following precautions:

Under no circumstances should you
exceed 80 km/h (50 mph); a higher
speed could damage the tire.

Ensure that you drive slowly enough
for the road conditions to avoid all
hazards. Any road hazard, such as a
pothole or debris, could seriously
damage the compact spare.

Any continuous road use of this tire
could result in tire failure, loss of
vehicle control, and possible personal
injury.

Do not exceed the vehicle’s
maximum load rating or the load-
carrying capacity shown on the
sidewall of the compact spare tire.

Avoid driving over obstacles. The
compact spare tire diameter is
smaller than the diameter of a
conventional tire and reduces the
ground clearance approximately 25
mm (1in.), which could result in
damage to the vehicle.

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY

6-20

CAUTION

• You should drive carefully when

the compact spare is in use. The
compact spare should be
replaced by the proper
conventional tire and rim at the
first opportunity.

• The operation of this vehicle is

not recommended with more
than one compact spare tire in
use at the same time.

CAUTION

This spare tire should be used only
for VERY short distances.
Compact spares should NEVER be
used for long drives or extended
distances.

NOTICE

Check the inflation pressure after
installing the spare tire. Adjust to
the specified pressure, as necessary.

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