Kia Optima: 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
Improper wheel weights can damage your vehicle's aluminum wheels. Use only approved wheel weights.
Tire rotation
To equalize tread wear, it is recommended
that the tires be rotated
every 12,000 km (7,500 miles) or
sooner if irregular wear develops.
During rotation, check the tires for
correct balance.
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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 inch) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tir ...
See also:
Reprogramming a Single HomeLink Button
To program a device to HomeLink using a HomeLink button previously trained, follow
these steps:
1. Press and hold the desired HomeLink button. Do not release until step 4 has
been completed.
2. ...
Installation
1.
Install the wiper switch.
2.
Install the steering column upper
and lower shrouds.
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Automatic climate control system
To defog inside windshield
1. Select desired fan speed. 2. Select desired temperature. 3. Press the
defroster button (). 4. The outside
(fresh) air position will be selected automatically.
If ...