Kia Optima: 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 inch) of tread
left on the tire. Replace the tir ...
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. Slow dow ...
See also:
Climate Control Air Filter. Repair procedures
Replacement
1.
Disconnect the damper (B) from
the glove box (A).Remove the glove box lift (C).
2.
Remove the filter cover with
pushing the knob.
...
Windshield Wiper Blade Maintenance
Contamination of either the windshield and wiper blades with foreign matter such
as insects, tree sap, and hot wax treatments used by some commercial car washes
can reduce wiper effectiveness. If ...
Driver's and passenger's front air bag
Driver’s front air bag
Passenger’s front air bag
Your vehicle is equipped with an Advanced Supplemental Restraint (Air Bag) System
and lap/shoulder belts at both the driver and passenger seati ...