It's important to have the correct hitch equipment. Crosswinds, large trucks, and rough roads are examples of why the corrects hitch is needed. Rules to follow:

• If you need to make any holes in the body of your vehicle when you install a trailer hitch, be sure to seal the holes when you remove the hitch.

  If you don't seal them, dirt and water can enter your vehicle.

• The bumpers are not intended for hitches. Do not attach rental hitches or other bumper-type hitches. Use only a frame-mounted hitch that does not attach to the bumper.

• Any part of the rear license plate or lighting devices of the vehicle must not be obscured by the mechanical coupling device.

• If the rear license plate or lighting devices is partially obscured by the mechanical coupling device, and the device that cannot be easily removed or repositioned without use of any tools, except an easily operated (i.e. an effort not exceeding 20 Nm) release key which is supplied by the manufacturer of the coupling device, are not permitted for use.

• Please note that the coupling device that is not in use must always be removed or repositioned if the rear license plate or rear lighting devices are obscured.

• Kia trailer hitch accessories are available at an authorized Kia dealer.