Low Aspect Ratio Tire - Kia Soul 2020 Owner's Manual

Maintenance
Longer wearing tires can be more
susceptible to irregular tread wear.
It is very important to follow the tire
rotation interval shown in this sec -
tion to achieve the tread life poten -
tial of these tires. Cuts and
punctures in radial-ply tires are
repairable only in the tread area,
because of sidewall flexing. Consult
your tire dealer for radial-ply tire
repairs.
Low aspect ratio tire (if equipped)
Low aspect ratio tires, whose aspect
ratio is lower than 50, are provided
for sporty looks.
Because the low aspect ratio tires
are optimized for handling and
braking, it may be more uncomfort -
able to ride in and there is more
noise compare with normal tires.
CAUTION
Because the sidewall of the low
aspect ratio tire is shorter than the
normal, the wheel and tire of the
low aspect ratio tire is easier to be
damaged. So, follow the instructions
below.
• When driving on a rough road or
off road, drive cautiously because
tires and wheels may be dam -
aged. And after driving, inspect
tires and wheels.
• When passing over a pothole,
speed bump, manhole, or curb
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stone, drive slowly so that the
tires and wheels are not dam -
aged.
• If the tire is impacted, we recom -
mend that you inspect the tire
condition or contact an authorized
Kia dealer.
• To prevent damage to the tire,
inspect the tire condition and
pressure every 1,900 miles (3,000
km).
• It is not easy to recognize the tire
damage with your own eyes. But
if there is the slightest hint of tire
damage, even though you cannot
see the tire damage with your
own eyes, have the tire checked
or replaced because the tire dam -
age may cause air leakage from
the tire.
• If the tire is damaged by driving
on a rough road, off road, pothole,
manhole, or curb stone, it will not
be covered by the warranty.
• You can find out the tire informa -
tion on the tire sidewall.
Tires and wheels