Kia Seltos 2019 Owner's Manual page 331

Driving your vehicle
Do not install studded tires without
first checking local, state and
municipal regulations for possible
restrictions against their use.
Tire chains
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Since the sidewalls of radial tires are
thinner, they can be damaged by
mounting some types of snow
chains on them. Therefore, the use
of snow tires is recommended
instead of snow chains. Do not
mount tire chains on vehicles
equipped with aluminum wheels;
snow chains may cause damage to
the wheels. If snow chains must be
used, use wire-type chains with a
thickness of less than 12 mm. Dam
age to your vehicle caused by
improper snow chain use is not cov
ered by your vehicle manufacturers
warranty.
Install tire chains only on the front
tires.
CAUTION
Make sure the snow chains are
the correct size and type for your
tires. Incorrect snow chains can
cause damage to the vehicle body
and suspension and may not be
covered by your vehicle manufac
turer warranty. Also, the snow
chain connecting hooks may be
damaged from contacting vehicle
components causing the snow
chains to come loose from the
tire. Make sure the snow chains
are SAE class "S" certified.
Always check chain installation for
proper mounting after driving
approximately 0.5 to 1 km to
ensure safe mounting. Retighten
or remount the chains if they are
loose.
Even with the appropriate chain
installed, do not make a full turn
(turn the steering wheel fully to
one side) when driving the vehicle.
(If you are making a full turn, drive
with the speed below 10 km/h.)
Winter driving
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