Kia Optima: 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 down whenever there is rain, snow or ice on the road, to reduce the possibility of losing control of the vehicle.
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 corr ...
Tire maintenance
In addition to proper inflation, correct
wheel alignment helps to decrease
tire wear. If you find a tire is worn
unevenly, have your dealer check the
wheel alignment.
When you have new tires ...
See also:
Door Ajar Warning
This warning light comes
on when a door is not closed securely with the ignition switch in any position. ...
Rear wheel alignment
When using a commercially available computerized wheel alignment equipment
to inspect the rear wheel alignment, always position the v ...
Seat belts - Front passenger and rear seat 3-point system with combination locking
retractor
To fasten your seat belt:
Combination retractor type seat belts are installed in the rear seat positions
to help accommodate the installation of child restraint systems. Although a combination
re ...