If you have a flat tire (with Tire Mobility Kit)
The Tire Mobility Kit is a temporary fix to the tire and the tire should be inspected by an authorized Kia dealer as soon as possible.
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Compressor
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Sealant bottle
For safe operation, carefully read and follow the instructions in this manual before use.
When two or more tires are flat, do not use the tire mobility kit because the one supplied canister of sealant in the Tire Mobility Kit is only enough sealant for one flat tire.
Tire Wall
Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit to repair large punctures or damage to the tire sidewalls. In these situations, the tire cannot be sealed completely and air will leak from the tire. This can result in tire failure.
Have your tire repaired as soon as possible. The tire may loose air pressure at any time after inflating with the Tire Mobility Kit.
Speed with Temporary Fix
Do not exceed a speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) when driving with a tire sealed with the Tire Mobility Kit.
While driving, if you experience any unusual vibration, ride disturbance, or noise, reduce your speed and drive with caution until you can safely pull off to the side of the road.
Introduction
With the Tire Mobility Kit you stay mobile even after experiencing a tire puncture.
The system of compressor and sealing compound effectively seals most punctures in a passenger car tire caused by nails or similar objects and reinflates the tire.
After you ensure that the tire is properly sealed you can drive cautiously on the tire at a max. speed of 50 mph (80 km/h) in order to reach a service station or tire dealer to have the tire replaced as soon as possible.
It is possible that some tires, especially with larger punctures or damage to the sidewall, cannot be sealed completely.
Air pressure loss in the tire may adversely affect tire performance.
For this reason, you should avoid abrupt steering or other driving maneuvers, especially if the vehicle is heavily loaded or if a trailer is in use.
The Tire Mobility Kit is not designed or intended as a permanent tire repair method and is to be used for one tire only.
This instruction shows you the step by step procedure to temporarily seal the puncture.
Read the section "Notes on the safe use of the Tire Mobility Kit".
Notes on the safe use of the Tire Mobility Kit
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Park your car at the side of the road so that you can work with the Tire Mobility Kit away from moving traffic.
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To be sure your vehicle will not move, even when you're on fairly level ground, always set your parking brake.
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Only use inflating Tire Mobility Kit for sealing/inflation passenger car tires. Only punctured areas located within the tread region of the tire can be sealed using the Tire Mobility Kit.
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Do not use on motorcycles, bicycles or any other type of tires.
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When the tire and wheel are damaged, do not use Tire Mobility Kit for your safety.
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Use of the Tire Mobility Kit may not be effective for tire damage larger than approximately 0.16 inches (4 mm).
Please contact the nearest Kia dealership if the tire cannot be made roadworthy with the Tire Mobility Kit.
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Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit if a tire is severely damaged by driving with flat tires or with insufficient air pressure.
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Do not remove any foreign objects such as nails or screws that have penetrated the tire.
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Provided the car is outdoors, leave the vehicle ON (READY indicator ON). Otherwise operating the compressor may eventually drain the car battery.
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Never leave the Tire Mobility Kit unattended while it is being used.
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Do not leave the compressor running for more than 10 minutes at a time or it may overheat.
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Do not use the Tire Mobility Kit if the ambient temperature is below -22 °F (-30 °C).
When repairing a flat tire with the Tire Mobility Kit (TMK), quickly remove the sealant on the tire pressure sensor and wheel. When installing the repaired tire and wheel, tighten the wheel nut to a torque value of 79~94 lbf·ft (11~13 kgf·m).
Sealant
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Keep out of the reach of children.
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Avoid contact with eyes.
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Do not swallow.
Do not use the tire sealant after the sealant has expired (i.e. past the expiration date on the sealant container). This can increase the risk of tire failure.
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If the sealant gets on your skin, wash it with a large amount of water. If skin irritation continues, visit a doctor for examination.
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If the sealant gets into your eyes, raise your eyelid and wash for at least 15 minutes. If eye irritation continues, visit a doctor for examination.
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If you swallowed the sealant, wash the mouth and drink a large amount of water. However, do not give anything to an unconscious person and see the doctor immediately.
Exposure to the sealant for a long time may cause damage to the bodily tissues.
For 20 inch wheel, take out the remover tool in the Tire Mobility Kit. Insert the tool to the hole and pull out the wheel cover.